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Category Archives: Dining Etiquette
Business Etiquette – Keep Your Car Clean
Visual Perceptions can make or break you. One visual perception frequently overlooked is your car. I’m not suggesting you run out and purchase a BMW or Mercedes, but wouldn’t we all love to. What I am suggesting is you maintain … Continue reading
Lipstick on a Drinking Glass
If you wear lipstick, blot your lips with a tissue before drinking from a glass to avoid leaving your lip markings on the edge of the glass. Sometimes it is impossible to avoid leaving a lip mark on a glass … Continue reading
Dining Etiquette – No Finger Licking!
A famous fast food restaurant uses the slogan, “It’s finger licking good!” Yes, their food is that good, but no matter how good it is, please do not lick your fingers at the dinner table. Last night, I was dining … Continue reading
Dining Etiquette – Entertaining Guests at a Restaurant
When entertaining guests at a restaurant, it is the responsibility of the host or hostess to make his or her guests feel comfortable. This is especially important when the guests are visiting a restaurant for the first time. A few … Continue reading
Do Not Ask – Cost is a Forbidden Topic
A neighbor of mine is notorious for asking the price of everything I, and all my other neighbors, buy or do. After awhile, it has become quite annoying. Despite my comments avoiding the answer to the question and my direct … Continue reading
How To Use Ketchup Properly
When dining in a restaurant, do not apply ketchup directly to your sandwich or fries. Instead, pour a small amount on the edge of your plate and use a knife to spread it on your sandwich. The same rule applies … Continue reading
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Applying Lipstick in Public
Applying lipstick falls under the category of personal grooming. Personal grooming is not appropriate in public places. I am frequently asked if a lady should apply lipstick at the table after a meal. This is probably the most violated or … Continue reading
Business Dining – The Doggy Bag
Asking for a doggy bag or any other container to take the uneaten portion of your meal home is inappropriate in a business setting. If you’re having lunch with a good friend during the workday and paying separately, you may … Continue reading
Give Thanks to Your Host and Hostess
Before leaving a social event, be sure to thank your host and hostess in person. They put a great deal of time and effort in the preparation of the event you attended and would appreciate hearing how much you enjoyed … Continue reading
Dining Etiquette – How to Excuse Yourself From the Table
Three little words, “Please excuse me”, are all you have to say when you need to leave the table. I don’t need to know you’re visiting the restroom, taking medication, getting a nicotine fix, blowing your nose or making a … Continue reading
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