Re: Desi Miss Manners.
Wow Mirch, again another ‘stole my heart’ thread! Indeed such valid frustrations u’ve pointed out. My humble two anays worth is, dude they invited u to enjoy the few moments at their house, so ask away for salt… Just say,“Hai I’m so superstitious, so I need to sprinkle some over my shoulders to cast the evil spirits away that tagged along with me on my way to this wonderful dinner” Suggest them the same 
I don’t think its rude, but I think its rather doped, that they don’t have shakers/pepper mils on hand esp’ on table. Next time gift them 
(bought off from clearance stock a’course, wrapped in recycled wrapping paper)
And yes, I hate my kitchen area being invaded by guessts, or my gadgets, appliances and other mechanic touched. I’m so possessive on my henckle’s spat face and Yes, after their departure its a total ‘scrub down, disinfect all’ rampage over the house. Call it freakish vat evaaa…. shrugs like omg, some kids stick boogers in the most bizare places (k, didn’t happened at my place but at a friend’s, I mostly stay clear of kids gala saf karing)
On a side note: Stick to ppl that u truly enjoy being around with. Unless its some mathlab related dinner, its best to rid oneself of such pur-takalof-mizaj friends. In this busy life, such company just adds more stress to one’s already full plate 