Originally posted by
Froody Blue Gem
Sometimes, I eat in the car or on the go. When it is a public vehicle, it a a whole different situation I admit. I wouldn't normally do it on public transportation but sometimes, I do bring water or soda with me.
I like to be seated in a regular, non-moving place to eat -- I just don't like to be rushed, and I won't perish if I don't have a bite of whatever food.
Beverages can be good on the go, though.
I think it's acceptable to have a beer, a glass of wine while on public transportation.
Hot liquids, I think are better consumed at a table, but a simple refreshment -- sip of water, glass of wine, so forth.
I find those to be acceptable.
I do understand that the US, unlike many Western democracies, has a Muslim-Evangelical-inspired ban on consuming ordinary beverages, in most states.
But that's not to be observed, since it is a rule for children, Protestants, and "alternative" people.
Civilized people who cleave to the standards of Western traditions should ignore such barbaric proscriptions.