One should not, for example, compliment a host on any specific item in his home, as he will then feel obliged to offer it as a gift.

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Like Tabla, North End Grill is a Danny Meyer production, which becomes obvious on entry, when the host reflexively compliments an item of your clothing while leading you to your table.

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The last item hints that the iPod photo may in fact have some sort of USB Host capability.

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