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Mar 1, 2016 22:54:59 GMT -6
Post by chevypower on Mar 1, 2016 22:54:59 GMT -6
Build a bride and get over it. I've been a bride. I've never built one. I suppose I can just google that. Suppose Wikipedia can help? Baaahhhaaaaaaaaa, I just lost my coffee on that lol
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Mar 1, 2016 22:56:15 GMT -6
Post by chevypower on Mar 1, 2016 22:56:15 GMT -6
Bridge too far, an oldie but goody.
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Mar 2, 2016 13:34:12 GMT -6
Post by capncrunch on Mar 2, 2016 13:34:12 GMT -6
I am posting proper etiquette to a formal dinner. My youngest daughter went to one this week and did not know the proper etiquette. And about the only one that I can figure might know is Roman.
Knowing which utensils to use at a formal dinner is essential if you want to make a good impression. Whether you’re at an elegant dinner party or eating at a 5-star restaurant, you can show your knowledge of proper etiquette without being intimidated.
Remember that if you are ever in doubt about which fork to use, follow the lead of the host. Even if he or she uses the wrong fork, you’ll show your respect by doing the same thing as long as you don’t call attention to yourself or embarrass the host.
Utensil Placement
Generally, you can follow utensil placement in order from the one farthest from the plate and work your way inward. Forks go on the left, with the salad fork first, and then the dinner fork beside the plate. On the right side of the plate you will find the knife, appetizer or salad knife, spoon, soup spoon, and oyster fork. The knife blades should be positioned with the cutting sides closest to the plates. The fork and knife closest to the plate are for eating your main course.
The dessert fork or spoon in most cases will be placed parallel or diagonal to the edge of the table near the top of your plate. In some cases it may be set on the empty dessert plate. Not all formal place settings will have all the flatware mentioned; you will only find it if you will need it for one of the courses.
Proper Eating Techniques
Knowing how to eat with the utensils is important during a formal dinner. Place the fork in the hand you normally eat or write with. The American way to cut meat is to place the fork in the other hand to secure the meat in place and place the knife in your coordinated hand to cut the meat.
CONTINUE READING BELOW OUR VIDEO How To Use Eating Utensils At A Formal Dinner
0:47 / 2:20 Then put down the knife and switch the fork to your regular hand to lift the bite-sized pieces to your mouth.
The British way to cut and eat meat is to not switch the fork, but to lift the meat to your mouth with the fork in the hand you don’t normally use. This saves the step of switching hands each time you need to cut the meat.
When eating soup you should use the bowl-shaped or larger oval spoon.
Keep the soup bowl firmly on the table; never lift or tilt it. Scoop the soup away from you starting at the center of the bowl. Bring the spoon to your mouth and tilt it while sipping soup from the edge. You should never make a slurping noise when eating soup.
Additional Tips
When you are eating at a formal dinner, remember that the utensils are the tools. Each one has a purpose, and if you learn what that is, you shouldn’t have any problems. At some informal gatherings, it is OK to eat chicken or pork chops with your hands. However, that isn’t the case at formal dinners. You should always use your fork.
Don’t use your utensils to point or gesture.
When you drink water, tea, coffee, wine, or any other beverage, put down your utensils before picking up the glass or cup. After you use each piece, rest it on the edge of your plate; don’t put it back in the lineup.
Remember that if you make a mistake, most people probably won’t know if you don’t call it to their attention. In fact, if you look around the table and watch others, you may find that you know as much or more about formal dinner etiquette than most of them. Avoid calling others out on improper etiquette because that shows worse manners than using the wrong fork.
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Post by Anonymous on Mar 2, 2016 16:43:22 GMT -6
My youngest daughter went to one this week and did not know the proper etiquette. And about the only one that I can figure might know is Roman. I would guess more than Roman know proper etiquette. We were taught at an early age. Through my dad's job we were often invited to dinners and hosted them. We were all taught the proper way to set a table and which fork to use for which course. It's always good to prepare your children for such an occasion. There is a whole world out there for them to explore and knowing how to act in certain social situations is important. I'm sure your daughter did just fine though and now will be better prepared for the next dinner she may attend.
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Post by capncrunch on Mar 2, 2016 16:49:27 GMT -6
My youngest daughter went to one this week and did not know the proper etiquette. And about the only one that I can figure might know is Roman. I would guess more than Roman know proper etiquette. We were taught at an early age. Through my dad's job we were often invited to dinners and hosted them. We were all taught the proper way to set a table and which fork to use for which course. It's always good to prepare your children for such an occasion. There is a whole world out there for them to explore and knowing how to act in certain social situations is important. I'm sure your daughter did just fine though and now will be better prepared for the next dinner she may attend. If anything, my daughter learned something on her trip to Springfield any ways.
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Post by roman on Mar 2, 2016 17:50:35 GMT -6
My youngest daughter went to one this week and did not know the proper etiquette. And about the only one that I can figure might know is Roman. I would guess more than Roman know proper etiquette. We were taught at an early age. Through my dad's job we were often invited to dinners and hosted them. We were all taught the proper way to set a table and which fork to use for which course. It's always good to prepare your children for such an occasion. There is a whole world out there for them to explore and knowing how to act in certain social situations is important. I'm sure your daughter did just fine though and now will be better prepared for the next dinner she may attend. I know some of the more refined rules. For example, don't blow your nose on the napkin. Also, don't pick your teeth at the table.
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Mar 2, 2016 18:12:13 GMT -6
Post by helencrump on Mar 2, 2016 18:12:13 GMT -6
I would guess more than Roman know proper etiquette. We were taught at an early age. Through my dad's job we were often invited to dinners and hosted them. We were all taught the proper way to set a table and which fork to use for which course. It's always good to prepare your children for such an occasion. There is a whole world out there for them to explore and knowing how to act in certain social situations is important. I'm sure your daughter did just fine though and now will be better prepared for the next dinner she may attend. If anything, my daughter learned something on her trip to Springfield any ways. How unfortunate that she wasn't able to be prepared for this dinner. I hope she wasn't completely uncomfortable the entire meal. Hopefully she was able to enjoy herself. Lol. Rule of thumb...ask where you will be going when accompanying others, so you're dressed properly and prepared for uncharted waters!
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Post by helencrump on Mar 2, 2016 18:14:43 GMT -6
And yes, im sure theres at least SOMEONE under the SO rock that has a clue about formal dining etiquette. Besides roman and his knowledge not to wipe snot or pick teeth
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Mar 2, 2016 18:22:02 GMT -6
Post by capncrunch on Mar 2, 2016 18:22:02 GMT -6
If anything, my daughter learned something on her trip to Springfield any ways. How unfortunate that she wasn't able to be prepared for this dinner. I hope she wasn't completely uncomfortable the entire meal. Hopefully she was able to enjoy herself. Lol. Rule of thumb...ask where you will be going when accompanying others, so you're dressed properly and prepared for uncharted waters! This trip was a FFA trip. The group of kids had to wear black pants or dress, white button down shirt, the FFA jacket and tie was the dress attire. But the instructor did not state the place of where the students was going to eat at. If I would of know prior to this, I would of gone through the proper "eating style" with her. She actually thought it was weird to have different silverware for different entrees. But it was a learning experience though. And did enjoy herself. All I knew was that she was going to Springfield.
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Mar 2, 2016 18:22:53 GMT -6
Post by roman on Mar 2, 2016 18:22:53 GMT -6
And yes, im sure theres at least SOMEONE under the SO rock that has a clue about formal dining etiquette. Besides roman and his knowledge not to wipe snot or pick teeth When I was a young lawyer I worked for a guy with a varied practice. One of his clients we referred to as "border-line mafia." The guy was very rich and owned a company with a name that most people in Illinois would recognize. I once took him to a fairly nice restaurant; during the meal, he proceeded to blow his nose on his napkin. I can only remember a few times in my life where I attended a formal, swanky dinner. Because those meals were many years ago, I don't remember much about them. I guess I probably simply ate slowly and watched what others did.
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Mar 2, 2016 18:37:05 GMT -6
Post by capncrunch on Mar 2, 2016 18:37:05 GMT -6
The first time I ate at Fields at the Wilderness, I had to polite ask my boss the proper manner with the silverware. He told me start from the out and work the way in with the silverware. My daughters instructor told her the same thing.
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Mar 2, 2016 19:03:36 GMT -6
Post by roman on Mar 2, 2016 19:03:36 GMT -6
The first time I ate at Fields at the Wilderness, I had to polite ask my boss the proper manner with the silverware. He told me start from the out and work the way in with the silverware. My daughters instructor told her the same thing. Scenes from two movies come to mind. In Pretty Woman, there is a scene where the hooker, Julia Roberts, is eating in a swanky restaurant and doesn't know how to proceed. In the Black Shield of Falworth, the aspiring knights are given lessons on how to act at the table.
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Mar 2, 2016 19:13:16 GMT -6
Post by capncrunch on Mar 2, 2016 19:13:16 GMT -6
Here is something to think about. Earthworms are 82% protein, rich in Omega 3. Pair well with cumin and curry. It's been reported they taste like bacon.
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Mar 2, 2016 19:47:23 GMT -6
Post by roman on Mar 2, 2016 19:47:23 GMT -6
My youngest daughter went to one this week and did not know the proper etiquette. And about the only one that I can figure might know is Roman. I would guess more than Roman know proper etiquette. We were taught at an early age. Through my dad's job we were often invited to dinners and hosted them. We were all taught the proper way to set a table and which fork to use for which course. It's always good to prepare your children for such an occasion. There is a whole world out there for them to explore and knowing how to act in certain social situations is important. I'm sure your daughter did just fine though and now will be better prepared for the next dinner she may attend. The most important thing your father taught you about eating was where to get good pizza. I am referring to Home Run, his favorite.
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Post by Anonymous on Mar 3, 2016 12:44:08 GMT -6
When I was a preteen, my friend and I went around the neighborhood asking our neighbors for odd jobs. One kindly neighbor hired us to serve at a dinner party that she was throwing for her friends. We were to be in the kitchen, and then would present each course, then clear it, and present the next one and so on. That also taught us a lot. We were grateful to have the opportunity and the ladies present were so nice to us. They had a lovely evening without the host having to jump up between courses, and we learned a lot that night.
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