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TABLE D'HOTE, n. A caterer's thrifty concession to the…

“TABLE D'HOTE, n. A caterer's thrifty concession to the universal passion for irresponsibility.” quote by Ambrose Bierce
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“TABLE D'HOTE, n. A caterer's thrifty concession to the universal passion for irresponsibility.”

Ambrose Bierce

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A humorous definition of a caterer’s cheap concession to universal irresponsibility.

In simple terms: A witty take on cheap catering and irresponsibility.

Key Takeaway

Question indulgence.

Themes

humor satire food culture

Mood

witty critical

Type

satirical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • restaurant management
  • event planning
  • budgeting

Key Concepts

social critique economics culinary arts

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do people accept cheap concessions?
  • What are the hidden costs?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify complex economic factors.

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