Ep 11. Pour Judgment

In The King of Queens season 7 episode 11, titled "Pour Judgment," Doug and Carrie feel like they don't fit in with the other couples in their neighborhood after they make a bad impression at a fancy wine-tasting event. The episode begins with Doug and Carrie being invited by their neighbors, Tom and Suzy, to a wine-tasting charity event. They are thrilled to be included in the invitation as they feel they are often excluded from neighborhood events.

As the day of the event approaches, Doug and Carrie realize they know nothing about wine and decide to do some research. They even visit a wine store to buy some bottles to practice tasting before the event. However, when they arrive at the event, things quickly get out of hand. Doug accidentally spills wine all over himself and a woman’s white coat, causing a scene. Carrie tries to recover the situation by buying the woman a new coat, but things only get worse. They don't seem to be fitting in with the high society turnout and cause trouble throughout the night.

After the event, Doug and Carrie go home, feeling embarrassed and ashamed of their behavior. They realize that they don't fit in with the uptight neighborhood crowd and decide to do their own thing. They realize that they shouldn't try to be something they're not and should just be themselves. This episode is a lighthearted comedy that explores the issue of fitting in and not trying to be something you’re not.

One of the central themes of The King of Queens is the relationship between Doug and Carrie, and this episode is no exception. Throughout the episode, we see how they support each other through their embarrassment and discomfort. They try to make the best of the situation and even when things don’t work out they stick together.

The supporting characters in the episode are also well-developed. Doug's best friend, Deacon, and his wife, Kelly, provide comic relief with their playful banter. Arthur, Carrie's father, always has a punchline to throw in and is also shown in this episode as a wise confidant.

The show is set in Queens, New York, which is a central character itself. We see Doug and Carrie traveling throughout the borough for work and leisure. The show also explores the neighborhood they live in and the other families that inhabit it. Pour Judgment is a great episode that showcases the dynamic between Doug and Carrie and the comedic hijinks they find themselves in. It also explores the theme of fitting in and being comfortable with who you are. In the end, Doug and Carrie learn to embrace their quirks and not worry about fitting in with their neighbors.