My MIL Switched My Food to an Extra-Spicy Option ‘To Teach Me Not to Be Picky’ – I Had a Lesson for Her Too

At a family outing, my mother-in-law switched my mild chicken for an extra-spicy option, humiliating me in a crowded restaurant. As my mouth burned and Linda smirked, I vowed to plan a dinner that would teach her a lesson she’d never forget.

Jake, my husband, loves spicy food, and unfortunately, so does his mother, Linda. I, on the other hand, can barely handle black pepper. As we sat down at the restaurant, the smell of fried chicken and spices hung heavy in the air. I ordered mild chicken tenders, trying to sound confident.

Linda smirked and ordered the spiciest option on the menu. When our food arrived, I took a bite and felt fire in my mouth. Through tears, I realized Linda had switched my order.

A few days later, for Linda’s birthday, I served traditional Central American dishes, including a delicacy: superworms. Linda’s shock was palpable. She reluctantly tried a bite, and the experience made her reconsider her actions, leading to a newfound mutual respect between us.

 

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