Eating outside too often

El fresco dining is not all it's cracked up to be, despite what your friends may say. When the weather gets warm, many people in my life always opt for dining outside. If there is a patio, deck, or sidewalk at a restaurant they will take their flatware out there. This often begins in April and doesn't end until October. There is no need for this! Some days are not suited to outdoor eating, especially if it is rainy, too cold, too hot, too windy, or too sunny. The worst offender is cold weather. Just because you can dine outside and you have spring fever doesn't mean you should brave the cold or subject others to the cold temperature. I am all for enjoying the weather, but the elements can disrupt and distract from the meal. I implore you, when dining out seriously consider grazing indoors and then taking a walk afterward.