Thumbnail Image

Why Tipping is An American Custom

Zach McLaughlin

The topic of tipping often comes up in my Welcome to Canada lesson and also when I discuss the topic of "Culture Shock" in my conversation lessons. It is a custom that surprises (and sometimes upsets!) many visitors to North America, where tipping may feel like an obligation. In fact, "tipping culture" has even grown during the pandemic, with many restaurants looking for any extra money they can get to help them survive the lockdowns. However, some people believe that it's a custom that needs to end.

Earlier this year, CNBC produced an interesting video that explains the history of tipping. I've recommended it to several people, but I'd like to share it with everyone else out there who may be curious. Here it is: Why Tipping is An American Custom

Added to Saved

This column was published by the author in their personal capacity.
The opinions expressed in this column are the author's own and do not reflect the view of Cafetalk.

Comments (0)

Login to Comment Log in »
Premium ribbon

from:

in:

Unterrichtet

Language Fluency

Englisch   Native
Japanisch   Just a few words

Zach McLaughlin's beliebteste Kolumneneinträge

  • Surprise!

    Photo: DH News TorontoOne of the most surprising things in Canada is the spring weather! Having liv...

    Zach McLaughlin

    Zach McLaughlin

    0
    8296
    May 31, 2021
  • My Bucket List

    Photo by Heather McKean on Unsplash   My bucket list is a fairly short and affordable one! Short-t...

    Zach McLaughlin

    Zach McLaughlin

    0
    8250
    Jul 20, 2021
  • A new phase of life for students and teachers

    Photo: Gabriel Benois on UnsplashFor many people, it feels like life is on pause because of the cor...

    Zach McLaughlin

    Zach McLaughlin

    0
    8168
    Mar 22, 2021
  • Cheers!

    Without a doubt, beer is my favourite alcoholic beverage! It wasn’t always that way, though… My mo...

    Zach McLaughlin

    Zach McLaughlin

    0
    7710
    Jun 7, 2021
« Back to List of Tutor's Column
Got a question? Click to Chat