The formalness of Thanksgiving lends nicely to the use of manners. In my family growing up as a child it was fun to practice our manners. Somehow it made the meal even more special to put the napkin in our lap, sit up straight, and remember to say thank you. Almost like playing 'tea party' only it was real. So for your Thanksgiving meal here are a few manner reminders:
(Photo by Craig Hurst)
- Hold a stemmed glass by the stem. The warmth of you hand on the glass can warm up a drink that is meant to be served cold.
- Once silverware is picked up for use it never touches the table again. Rest it half on and off the plate between bites. When done with the meal place the fork and knife together in the middle of the plate.
- Pass both the salt and pepper shaker together.
- Pass food from left to right.
- When using a spoon always 'scoop' the food away from you.
- Elbows ARE allowed on the table, but only between courses and once everyone is done eating.
- Wait until everyone is served before eating.
- Always say thank you when something is served to you.
- Look at others when they talk.
- Ask questions to show interest.
- Stick to the topic of the dinner conversation.
- Disagree politely.
- Say thank you to your host and make meaningful compliments about the food.
- And, the newest update to social etiquette, make sure that cell phone is turned off (or at least to vibrate.)
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