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Category Archives: Dining Etiquette
Someone Is Using Your Bread Plate – Dining Etiquette
The rules of etiquette are there to make others feel comfortable in social and business settings. If you are in the presence of someone who breaks an etiquette rule, do not embarrass them by pointing out their mistake. Instead, use … Continue reading
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Dinner Is Ruined
It can happen very easily. You might read the recipe incorrectly, become distracted while cooking, or forget to set the timer to remind you to take something out of the oven. No matter how it happened, ruining a meal when … Continue reading
Do Not Snap Your Fingers at a Server
If you need to get the attention of your server in a restaurant, try to make eye contact with them to get them to return to your table. If they are busy, and you’re unable to get eye contact, ask … Continue reading
Eavesdropping
As tempting as it may be to eavesdrop in the office, a restaurant, or a public space, it’s important to try to tune out the conversations of others. Sometimes it is absolutely impossible to not overhear a conversation, but if … Continue reading
How To Use A Wedge Of Lemon
If you are served a wedge of lemon to flavor tea, iced tea, fish, or other foods, you may want to squeeze the lemon in the drink or on the food. Gently squeeze the juice of the lemon on the … Continue reading
Do Not Wander When Dining Out
While on a date or dining with a group, do not leave your table to wander around the restaurant and visit with others. It’s acceptable to excuse yourself from the table to visit the restroom, but make it a direct … Continue reading
Don’t Know Which Wine To Order With Dinner?
If you are hosting a dinner and are unfamiliar with the many different types of wine and how to pair them with food, ask the sommelier, if there is one available, for recommendations. If there is not a sommelier available, … Continue reading
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What Does “A`la carte” Mean?
A`la carte means each item on the menu is priced separately. For example, if you order a steak and want a salad and twice baked potato as well, you will be charged a separate price for each item ordered.
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