If there's a cook, I'm all for it. But will there be one? That's the question.

You're asking the wrong question. If a cook is needed, there will be one. The real question is: is one needed?

I agree with Peterius and Stinger. I know from experience: if I have a couple of shots before dinner, I usually wash the dishes in the morning. We won't let things get messy. And we won't use disposable tableware either; are we students on a camping trip?!

If I can convince my friend, he'll take on the whole process: from preparing the food to washing the dishes, so there's nothing to worry about. He's a good cook: he has over 10 years of experience, he enjoys it, and I've eaten his cooking several times – it's hard to find fault with it. He's a reliable person, and he'll cook as if it were for himself.

If it doesn't work out with him, we'll find someone else; it's not a problem.

We'll also give those who want to show off their culinary talents a chance. Just tell us what ingredients you need and in what quantity, we'll make the purchases, and we'll give you time near the stove or grill. And there will be someone to clean up/wash up afterwards.

Let's focus on the menu itself; we have 3 days left!

train 41 to [location] on January 2nd (arrives at 04:33)

Should we meet it? What's the carriage number?