"Former BBC newsreader Jan Leeming sparked a lively debate after complaining about a toddler ruining her dining experience, but should kids be allowed in most restaurants? Arlene Harris asks parents, servers and a Michelin-starred chef for their views"
"A fierce debate erupted on social media last week after former BBC newsreader Jan Leeming took to the airwaves to complain about an unruly toddler ruining her dinner in a smart hotel restaurant."
"The 84-year-old said that the parents were "oblivious" to the screaming emanating from their table and urged people to leave children at home if they can't behave properly."
Former BBC newsreader Jan Leeming complained about a toddler ruining her dining experience in a smart hotel restaurant. The complaint described the parents as oblivious to the screaming at their table. She urged people to leave children at home if they cannot behave properly. The broadcast prompted a fierce debate on social media. The core question became whether children should be allowed in most restaurants. Parents offered perspectives defending family dining and explaining childcare challenges. Servers described operational and customer-service impacts of noisy children. A Michelin-starred chef weighed in on dining environments and standards. Opinions ranged across etiquette, practical considerations and restaurant policy.
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