Original post by Lauren Feld on Spoon University.
First dates are inherently awkward. As if worrying about the conversation and how you look weren't enough, there's also the added pressure of deciding what to order. As you mull over the menu choices, be sure to avoid these 11 foods that will pretty much ensure you don't make it to date number two.
1. Tacos and burritos
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More food will end up on the plate than in your mouth. Don't make your date watch that, it's just mean.
2. Lobster
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Anything that requires you to wear a bib is a no-go.
3. Corn on the cob
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Because it is impossible to eat without getting at least three kernels stuck between your teeth.
4. Soup
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Better to avoid slurps, lip-smacking and spills.
5. Leafy greens
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These vibrant vegetables love to steal the stage from your pearly whites. Don't let them be the star of your show.
6. Carbonated drinks
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Bubbles usually resurface as a burp, which will certainly make for an awkward break in the conversation.
There are still 5 more foods you should definitely avoid. See which ones made the list here.
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