All articles tagged with #dining etiquette
Complaining at a restaurant is more effective when done in person and with politeness, building rapport with staff, being specific about the issue and desired resolution, and avoiding online venting or anger, which can hinder resolution and damage relationships.
The article explores the differences in dining etiquette between American and European styles, focusing on how silverware is used and held, and emphasizes the importance of being adaptable and courteous when dining abroad, regardless of the specific customs.
Cruise etiquette and good manners are essential for a pleasant experience at sea. Experts advise against being late, disorganized, or impatient during boarding and shore excursions. Chair hogging, where passengers reserve deck chairs for hours without using them, is a common complaint. Parents should supervise their children and remind them to be considerate of others. Elevator etiquette includes allowing people to exit before entering. Excessive drinking, obnoxious behavior, and inappropriate balcony activities should be avoided. Dressing appropriately, being kind to staff, and following cruise line rules are also important. Cultural differences may affect etiquette expectations, but basic good manners and respect for others are always key.
Former royal chef Darren McGrady reveals that Prince Louis, Princess Charlotte, and Prince George are not allowed to eat with their parents, Prince William and Kate Middleton, during official dinners or holidays. The rule is in place to teach the children "polite conversation." Instead, the children eat with their nannies in the nursery until they are old enough to conduct themselves properly at the dining table. The chef also discusses the importance of the young royals' nannies in educating their palates and reveals some insights into Queen Elizabeth II's diet preferences.
Miss Manners provides advice on various etiquette dilemmas, including whether it is appropriate for a school's development office to make a donation appeal at a reunion, how to handle the purchase of an engagement ring from Russia amid political tensions, what to do after burping at a restaurant, how to address noise issues in a guest room, how to handle unwanted advances from a former romantic partner, and whether it is necessary to return cash when someone else pays for a meal.