My partner recently spent a lot of time making a big meal and was really excited for me to try it. He asked me what I thought while we were eating, and I tried to be honest without being rude. I told my partner that, personally, I didn’t think it tasted great and that the flavors weren’t really my style. I figured honesty would be better than pretending to like it, and I thought it might help them improve for next time. However, after I said it, my partner immediately looked hurt and quiet. He didn’t say much for the rest of the meal, and then, he's not talking that much. I feel awful because I didn’t intend to hurt their feelings, but I also feel like I should be able to give my honest opinion. Should i have been more gentler? or lie to spare my partner's feelings? I was just being honest, especially if my partner asked for my opinion. I get that he were proud of the meal, but I didn’t think honesty should be a problem in a relationship. Did i do right thing? I really value honesty in our relationship, but I also don’t want to upset my partner or create tension over something like a meal. AITA for telling my partner I didn’t like his cooking?