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  "publishedAt": "2026-02-10T13:30:02.000Z",
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  "textContent": "There’s such a charm to lively dining rooms. Metal utensils clink over ceramic plates, faces are lit by flickering candles, a subtle yet chaotic hustle seeps from the kitchen, and diners’ voices reinforce the general hum. It’s easy to get caught up in the magic of a bustling restaurant — and it’s equally easy to forget that those serving you are on the clock. Dining out requires a bit of a quid pro quo.\n\nThe article Ask a Somm: Is It Rude to Spend a Long Time Choosing a Bottle? appeared first on VinePair.",
  "title": "Ask a Somm: Is It Rude to Spend a Long Time Choosing a Bottle?"
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