Room service, for many years, was known as slow, expensive, and limited. But the pandemic has changed hotel room service standards. Menus have been expanded, time guarantees are offered, and in some cases, prices are the same as "dine in" options. Why? For one, the dining room may be closed, and room service is the only option. Two, they have expanded the options to include cocktails, to go along with their beer and wine. And third, and most importantly, their menus have been adapted to fit the room service option. By this, I mean more appetizers, finger foods, and "plates", meaning things like cheese platters, fruit platters, charcuterie, and Asian pot stickers. But there are a few hidden tricks to this whole process. The first is to know when to order. By all means, avoid the
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