Top 10 Basic Manners to Remember at a Dinner Party
- November 3, 2020
- 10:06 pm
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The holidays are rolling around, and whether or not you are attending a Christmas party, Friendsgiving gathering, or Shabbat dinner, it’s always polite to remember your basic manners. Here’s my favorite top ten things to think about when attending a gathering this fall!
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Don’t be late! If no one is there yet, offer to help the host.
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Bring a small gift. A bottle of wine is the easiest answer, but I love making something special, like pickles or flavored vinegar with a recipe attached.
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Ask if you can help with anything. Setting the table, or just opening a bottle of wine can go a long way for a busy host.
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Keep your elbows in when you’re eating, especially if you’re sitting close to someone else.
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Speaking of elbows, keep them off the table too!
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Sit up straight. Shoulders back, chin up. It makes you look confident.
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Chew with your mouth close and definitely don’t talk with your mouth full of food!
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Ask people about them. Express interest in their jobs, family, or even their week. This is one way to keep friends- for more on this, read How to Win Friends and Influence People.
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Don’t get up from the table when you are finished until the host decides to get up .
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Offer to help clear the table and load the dishwasher. The host will appreciate it so much!
Formal or casual, these are just some simple suggestions to maintain a great first impression… or lasting one! Let me know in the comments what your favorite is!