[He does reach for the proffered roll, and turns it over in his hands.]

You're being very kind. Spirit of the day made real.

[But if you think he'd let food go to waste you have another thing coming, mmhmm. He gestures to the other end of the table.]

You should sit. Enjoy the fruits of your labour before you play hostess to the masses.

[Should she take him up on that offer, he'll stand to get her her own bowl.]