Table Manners
How should you sit at the dining table?
sit up straight
What do you do before you leave a party?
Always thank the host before leaving a social event.
In what culture do you take your food from a communal platter?
Chinese banquet
What is the first thing you do when you are seated at the table.
Put the napkin on your lap.
What if a piece of silverware falls on the floor?
Pick it up if you can reach it and ask for another one. If you can't reach it leave it.
How do you place your cutlery when you are finished?
4:20
What you do when you get an invitation?
RSVP
How to welcome someone from Japan?
Konnichi Wa! (with a bow)
Is it appropriate to talk with food in your mouth?
No
When leading a lady onto the dance floor where should the gentleman be?
Gentlemen will be on the left
Is it appropriate to put your arms on the table? TorF
False
What should you do with your cell phone at a dinner party?
Turn it off or put it on vibrate before you are seated
What is a good gift to bring to a holiday party?
Flowers, candy, dessert, wine... something to show your appreciation
What is the correct way to eat the bread and butter?
What is tear to a bite size, do not cut it. Butter only the piece you are eating
How do you spit out disgusting food?
Simply remove it carefully and place it on the side of your plate. If you can do this easily with your fork, this is the preferable manner. If not you use your napkin.
what is continental style of dining?
fork with the tines down & knife sharp side down
What is the appropriate time to arrive to a party?
5 minutes before or right on time
What is Indian food culture?
In this country food is sacred only take what you will eat. You must finish what is on your plate
You were just served your food and it is hot and ready to eat. Everyone has their food except for one person. What do you do?
You wait until Everyone has their food and then start to eat.
When a gentleman goes to sit down at the dining table?
He will unbutton his suit jacket
Should you spit out food if it is burning the skin off your tongue?
No you should drink water
What protocol do you follow a day or so after the dinner party?
A thank you phone call or a letter
How should you eat your pasta in Italian culture?
Twirling spaghetti with your fork. You should never cut it or use loads of cheese.
If you have a piece of spinach stuck in between your teeth how do you get it out?
With your tongue not your fingers or go to the restroom
What is the most important rule of etiquette?
What is to make others feel respected and comfortable.