Jacek Konopka Aug 15, 2014:

Dear Marcin,
I certainly meant You while awarding the points. Please forgive me my absent- mindedness. Too much work...

Jacek Konopka Aug 15, 2014:

I think both answers; this one given by Joanna as well this one given by geopiet are the correct ones. It is not a difficult term; I think, it will be not a misuse to award ProZ plus- points t both members. :)

geopiet Aug 13, 2014:

Some establishments that sell alcoholic beverages for on-site consumption, such as bars or restaurants, may also allow patrons to bring their own alcohol purchased from elsewhere. That alcohol is usually subject to an opening fee. Often the rule is limited to bottles of wine, where the fee is known as corkage or a corking fee. - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BYOB#Corkage

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If you are wondering exactly what a cork fee is, or why it is charged, you are not alone. Most respectable restaurants that have a liquor license and a chef, usually serve wine. Often times, the chef may pick specific wines that complement the dishes on the menu and to bring in your own bottle may insult the establishment. You should call ahead to obtain the restaurant’s policy. Often times a couple may be celebrating and want a specific wine that the restaurant does not offer, such as an exotic or something that is sentimental. - http://www.stjamescatering.biz/what-is-a-cork-fee/

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Cork fee $20.00 - Cake service fee $2.00 per person - http://lacuisineocala.com/images/menus/MENUoct2013.pdf