Table Settings
Table Manners
Food Manners
Dating Etiquette
Misc.
100
Which side of the plate does the napkin go on?
Left
100
Instead of reaching for food that is not close by, you should ________________.
Identify the person closest to it, then ask them to please pass the item.
100
True or False: If there are bones in your food, it's ok to spit them out on your plate.
False. If you find a bone while chewing, carefully and discretely remove it with either a fork or a napkin.
100
True or False: If I ask someone on a date, I should pay for their meal.
True
100
True or False: If something is wrong with my food or my order, I alert everyone right away.
False. If there is a mistake with your food or order, quietly let the server know or try to resolve the problem yourself. Don't draw attention to yourself. If you don't like a certain food on your plate, simply leave it there without drawing attention to it.
200
The drink should be at the top _______ (right/left) of the plate
Right
200
True or False: It's ok to blow your nose into your napkin during a meal, as long as you do it quietly.
False. Excuse yourself from the table if you need to blow your nose, pick food out of your teeth, etc
200
True or False: It's ok to just pass the salt and not the pepper with it if someone doesn't want pepper
False. Always keep the salt and pepper together as a pair.
200
True or False: When on a group date, I don't need to worry about conversations with anyone but my own date.
False. It's polite to engage with everyone at the table, especially those who may feel left out. But make sure to sit by your date and engage in conversation with them throughout the meal.
200
- In formal settings, use the continental style of eating: hold the fork in your _______hand and the knife in your ________, cutting your food as needed and eating with the fork in your ________ hand.
left, right, left
300
True or False: The sharp part of the knife should be tucked under the plate
True
300
How do you know it's ok to start eating when in a group setting?
Wait until everyone has their food served and/or the hostess says you can start (they begin eating)
300
True or False: It's ok to chew with your mouth open as long as it's not too loud for the other guests.
False. Always chew with your mouth closed and make sure to wait until you have swallowed to talk.
300
Where should I put my phone during a meal with a date?
Place it on silent mode and put it in our pocket or purse. This is true for any meal. It is also impolite to be on your phone anytime during a date. Rather, give your attention to your date and the others in the group. If you need to use your phone, explain to your date why you are on your phone (to get directions, texting someone in the group to see where they are, etc)
300
Name 2 ways to have good manners when making conversation at a meal.
Make introductions, make eye contact with people, include everyone, ask questions, avoid taboo topics, don’t overshare or take over the conversation
400
True or False: If there are two forks at your place setting, you should use the one closest to the plate first.
False. Always start with the utensils that are furthest out first.
400
Where should you place your napkin if you need to leave but are planning on coming back?
On your chair. Otherwise, it should be on your lap throughout the meal. After the meal, place it to the left of your plate.
400
True or False: I should try and eat at the same speed as everyone else at the table.
True. Try to pace yourself to match the rest of the guests. This allows for good conversation and good manners.
400
True or False: It's ok to order the most expensive thing on the menu if I am on a date
False. Ask your date what they plan on ordering, then try and find something similar or less expensive in cost, unless they specifically direct or encourage you to.
400
True or False: It is ok to burp during a meal as long as you follow up with "excuse me"
False. If you need to burp, either hold it in or excuse yourself from the table to burp away from the guests.
500
CHALLENGE: set a proper table setting in 60 seconds or less
500
CHALLENGE: Show what a plate setting should look like when you are done with your meal
500
When eating soup, you should quietly sip from the _______ of the spoon
side
500
CHALLENGE: Show us how to enter a room and be seated at a table when on a formal date with a girl.
Open doors for girls, pull our chair for girls at the table, then help them push their chair in.
500
True or False: I should wait for everyone to finish before leaving the table, even if people are eating at different speeds.
True. Usually guests follow the lead of the host to know when to leave the table. If there is a pressing reason to leave earlier, politely excuse yourself. Always make sure to thank the host.