Goomba > wrote:

>Steve Pope wrote:

>> It's acceptable to bring something shelf-stable, such as
>> a box of chocolates, under these circumstances -- the host
>> can set it aside somewhere. Or of course wine or spirits.
>> Beer is a bit of a nuisance, it needs to go into the
>> refrigerator and someone might drink it.

>> But bringing perishable food, say a salad, is wrong if one
>> is asked not to bring food. Should be obvious.

>Your first example is okay because you've gifted the host or hostess
>with something they're not expected to serve, and it is intended for
>their enjoyment in the days to come. It is a hostess gift, not something
>intended for the current meal everyone has assembled for.

Yep.

The example given upthread, of bringing freshly baked rolls,
seems like the opposite -- something that is of little value
unless served on the spot. But I'm sure it was well-intended.

Steve