New Yorkers Not That Cold-Hearted, Tipped Well During Polar Vortex

The frigid weather that the polar vortex brought warmed of the hearts of New Yorkers, who tipped much better during the unbearable cold.

According to the New Yorker, food-ordering company GrubHubSeamless reported that customers were more generous with tips during the polar vortex, in addition to:

You'd have to be a real asshole (or receive the worst service imaginable) to give someone a disrespectful tip after they've braved the cold to bring you whatever. Some people will (because they're assholes), but it's good to know that others are willing to show their gratitude in the form of currency. 

Check out the New Yorker'sinteractive map which shows how tipping varied during the polar vortex.

[via The New Yorker]