Advanced Tipping Techniques

Because your server's been doing just fine, but you want to impress your friends, here are some advanced tricks to take your tipping game to the next level.

1. The Double-Tap of Death (aka The Insistent Insistent)

Tap, tap, tap. No, seriously, tap again. And again. And one more time. For emphasis. Your server will be the life of the party.

• Tap your spoon against the table 3 times.
• Maintain eye contact with the waiter.
• Repeat step 1.

Repeat as necessary. Or until your server has mercy.

2. The Sudden, Uncontrollable Outburst of Joy

A loud, unbridled "WOOHOO!" upon receiving the check. It's like a party in a teacup, but without the teacup.

• Clear your throat, clear your lungs, clear your schedule.
• Let the world know you're happy to pay.
• Don't worry about disturbing anyone; they're already disturbed by the bill.

Side effects may include:

• Excessive smiling
• Spontaneous applause
• Sudden, unexplained wealth