On our first date, we went to a classy restaurant. As soon as we sat down, she smiled at the waiter and asked, “What’s the most expensive dish on your menu?” My heart sank.

I was ready to pay for dinner, but I hadn’t planned for a meal that would leave me broke.

• On our first date, we went to a classy restaurant. As soon as we sat down, she smiled at the waiter and asked, “What’s the most expensive dish on your menu?” My heart sank. I was ready to pay for dinner, but I hadn’t planned for a meal that would leave me broke.
  The waiter froze, glanced at me, and then said, “I’m sorry, but that’s unavailable tonight.” She looked annoyed and tried asking about another expensive item, but again, it was “out of stock.” I gave him a very generous tip.
• I went on a first date with a guy who claimed he was a foodie. He insisted on picking the restaurant and ordering for both of us, saying, “Trust me, you’re going to love this place.” I was a bit skeptical, but I decided to go along with it. When the food arrived, I took one bite and started to feel my throat tighten.
  Panicked, I told him I was allergic to shellfish. He just stared at me and said, “Oh, I didn’t think you were serious about that.” I had to leave immediately to get treatment, and instead of being concerned, he stayed behind to finish his meal.

The waiter froze, glanced at me, and then said, “I’m sorry, but that’s unavailable tonight.”