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20.12.2022 - 22:45 / dailyrecord.co.uk
The last minute countdown to Christmas is officially on with many of us spending the next few days ensuring everything is ready to go for the big day on Sunday. One man, who throws an annual Christmas party, has found himself in a sticky situation after being branded 'selfish' by his friends for introducing a new rule that would help save him and his partner some cash.
The man took to Reddit to explain that he and his wife throw an annual Christmas party at their home for all of their family and close friends, the Mirror reports. They usually provide all the food for the event which in previous years came to around $500 (£410) for around 20-25 guests - but this year the couple are a little more strapped for cash and cannot afford to fork out on the occasion.
Although they are still happy to host the party, the man has asked all of the guests to bring one dish with them to contribute to the costs - but the request has left some fuming. The man posted: "Quick post, just trying to get opinions as my wife and I have gotten a lot of backlash over our annual holiday party.
"Every year, we hold a little soiree-type gathering at our house - there are usually 20-25 people who come. Nothing crazy. It's a mix of coworkers, family, and friends.
"Normally, we do all the cooking for 25 people, and it sets us back about $500-$600 (£410-£490) at the grocery store. This year, with money being a bit tighter, we've added some 'stipulations' to attending the party.
"On the invites that we mailed out, we added that guests need to bring a dish with them to the party if they'd like to attend. We listed some potential dishes that they can bring, or they can bring their own creation.
"If not bringing a dish, the alternative would be paying $20
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