"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Nowadays, certain etiquette conventions have fallen to the wayside. Emojis and brief iPhone e-mails have ...

Jody Boles will abide by at least one thing today that culinary experts say is proper dinner etiquette. Boles will insist that her gathering of four wait until everyone is seated before America’s ...

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Treat your dinner party guests to a properly set table by following these tips. A properly set formal dinner table shows thoughtfulness and respect for guests while elevating any dining experience.

How do mnemonics help decode table settings? Merriam-Webster’s online dictionary defines mnemonics as a technique of improving the memory. When I teach business dining etiquette, I am always ...

Table settings will vary depending on the type of event and the food being served. Set up silverware and glassware so guests can work from the outside in and top to bottom. A floral centerpiece is a ...

Does anyone sit at the dinner table any more? I mean, for a meal? It seems like, even with the best intentions, few families set the table with placemats and napkins and salad forks except for special ...