"WardNA" wrote in message
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(I am
especially annoyed when guests bring wine, expecting me to serve it with
the
meal),

I absolutely agree with that, and I do not expect or want my hosts to open a
bottle I bring them on that occasion. It's good for the wine to rest, it's
likely not at the right temperature, and the host for any invitation I'd
accept has already chosen the drink to go with what is being served.
Chocolates, on the other hand..........................