"How do I eat..." is one of the many common questions I received daily as an etiquette specialist. Here are those questions with my answers.
How
do I eat bread or rolls?
Place
butter on the rim of the bread plate if you have one, if not use your dinner
plate. Tear a small piece of bread or
roll over your plate and butter the bread eating one piece at a time.
When
eating soup, what do I do with the spoon when I am not holding it?
Place
the spoon in the bowl or on the bowl liner if provided. Never allow a utensil to touch the table once
it is used.
Which
bread plate is mine?
Yours
is on the left above the forks.
At
a family-style meal, which way do I pass the food?
All
dishes are passed from the left to the right.
During
a business meal, when should I begin to discuss business?
Usually,
you begin to discuss business after the first course, or appetizer. If the group is not having the first courses,
wait until after everyone has ordered.
How
do I use a finger bowl?
Finger
bowls are rarely used anymore. If used
at a formal meal, dip fingertips in the bowl and dry on your napkin.
When
should I enter the dining room for a formal meal?
Enter
when called to the table. Look for your
place card and stand behind your chair until everyone is ready to sit.
Which
side do I remove a plate?
Dishes
are typically removed from the right.
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