Cooking for the family can be stressful but imagine your significant other rating your food in front of them. This is exactly what happened to one woman who posted on AITA . Her boyfriend, a culinary professional, gave her dishes a less-than-favorable score in front of her family. She confronts him but he says it was only constructive criticism. Is she overreacting or is he being insensitive? Read more to find out.
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️When constructive criticism goes too far
Cooking for loved ones is an act of love but what happens when it’s not appreciated? A 25-year-old woman seeks advice from the internet after her boyfriend, a professional chef, took his criticism too far. He started rating the meals she cooked for her family and giving her advice on how to improve her “score” in front of her family. The woman felt humiliated and embarrassed. She confronted her boyfriend, but he defended his actions, stating that he was only trying to help her improve. The woman is now wondering if she reacted too harshly. What would you do if you were in her shoes? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
Constructive criticism turned belittling, Gordon Ramsey approves

Boyfriend’s rude behavior and red flags, NTA better off without.

Don’t put up with it, show him the door!

Commenter suggests rating boyfriend during sex, others join in

Partner’s food rating system causing relationship issues

Boyfriend’s food rating system earns him a**hat status ♀️

Suggesting to rate the sex back, with a touch of sarcasm
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Dump him. He’s manipulative and played the victim.

Rating food isn’t criticism. Boyfriend needs to cook himself

Boyfriend rates food at restaurants too. NTA. Tell him to cook.

Boyfriend’s culinary school flex humiliates girlfriend in front of family

Communication breakdown: ignored cooking rating request leads to humiliation.

NTA commenter suggests rating boyfriend’s actions including sex performance

Commenter sympathizes with OP’s situation, offers support to fellow victim.

Boyfriend’s inappropriate food rating system leaves girlfriend feeling humiliated

Don’t let him taste your food, he’s just an obnoxious a**hole

Commenter rates cruel boyfriend 3/10 on the boyfriend scale

❤️ Don’t let anyone humiliate you in front of family

You’re definitely not the a-hole in this situation.
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Don’t let him ruin your appetite Communicate and set boundaries

NTA stands up to belittling boyfriend with clever clapback.

Don’t ignore the red flags, prioritize your self-respect!

Food rating system? Boyfriend is definitely TA.

Stand up for yourself! ♀️ Don’t cook for him anymore.

Don’t let anyone make you feel small for being yourself

Spice up your relationship with star ratings ⭐

Controlling boyfriend humiliates girlfriend with food rating system ️

Respectful behavior is key even for a food critic.

Commenter calls out boyfriend’s rude behavior with strong language

Commenter defends OP, calls out arrogant boyfriend.

Stand up for yourself! Shut down unsolicited criticism.

Cooking criticism turned cruel. NTA for drawing the line

Don’t let him rate you like a dish NTA

Spice up your sex life with a food rating system ️

Dump him! Stand up for yourself and your cooking skills.

Stand up for yourself and set boundaries. You deserve respect

Communication is key! Have an honest conversation with him

Reconsider your relationship with an ego-boosting partner

Food and love don’t mix, BF gets a 3/10. ❤️

Standing up for yourself shouldn’t result in punishment.

Food rating system or relationship sabotage? NTA

Cooking should be fun, not stressful. Don’t let anyone rate your food without permission. NTA.

Defending Gordon Ramsay and calling out rude boyfriend.

Supportive comment gets no replies.

Don’t let anyone put you down while trying to help ♀️

Dump his a**. Humiliation is not constructive ♀️

Give him a taste of his own medicine with *spicy* feedback

Cooking for your partner shouldn’t come with a grading system ️

Sassy comeback shuts down rude comment about food rating system

No constructive criticism, just Gordon Ramsay-like judgement. #NotCool ♀️

Turn the tables on him with his own rating system
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Rating your partner back with emojis might teach him humility

Savage breakup response with food rating system. NTA confirmed.

Petty revenge suggestion sparks in NTA comment section

Petty revenge ideas for food critic boyfriend

Boyfriend’s food rating system is a 0/10 for being rude

Dump him! Short and to the point.

Supportive comment calls out toxic behavior with shock

Boyfriend’s food rating system makes him an arrogant d***wad. NTA.
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Former chef calls out condescending boyfriend’s food rating system

Your boyfriend’s food rating system is not only rude but humiliating

Boyfriend’s food rating system is rude. Commenter is NTA.

Food rating system is a no-go, NTA for setting boundaries
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Curious why she’s still with him, any guesses?
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Boyfriend’s food rating system is not constructive, he’s just an a**hole

Retroactive boyfriend ratings? Not the a**hole indeed!

Boyfriend rates girlfriend’s cooking like a student. NTA.
