I was at a condolence gathering and food was served. Is it permissible for me to eat from it, since not eating would cause embarrassment for the deceased's family?

Question:
He says: If you are at a condolence gathering and food is served in that gathering, is it permissible for you to eat from it, since your leaving might cause embarrassment and pain for the deceased's family?

Answer:
First, sitting in a condolence gathering has no basis. There is no specific gathering for condolences, no fixed days, and no specific place. All of this was introduced by people. As for eating the food, the food is permissible, praise be to Allah. The food is permissible. If it is served, you eat; you eat from it, except if the ones who prepared the food are the deceased's family. This is contrary to the Sunnah. This is contrary to the Sunnah. Yes.