'He hid the a la carte menu': Who should pay on the first date
This article explores the evolving social norms surrounding who should pay for a first date in the UK. It highlights how economic pressures and changing gender roles create tension between traditional expectations and modern equality.
Why it matters
It reflects broader cultural shifts in dating etiquette and the financial impact of inflation on social life for younger generations.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Yasmin Rufo BBC Few topics divide opinion quite like who should pay on a first date.
The article presents multiple viewpoints on dating etiquette without endorsing a specific side, focusing on personal anecdotes and social trends.
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