Short description
With the revival in good manners, etiquette, spelling, and grammar, this is a timely guide to table manners and dining etiquette to ensure grace at the table at all times. All aspects of eating etiquette are covered--from napkin folding, cutlery, glasses, bread rolls (never use a knife!), and silver service to how to eat soup, spaghetti, escargot, artichokes, and how to open a bottle of champagne. With diagrams for tricky table placements and eating actions and a range of tips and hints, this book is the last word on how to eat.
Long description
Who better to ensure the nation's table manners come up to scratch than an English butler of over 10 years experience? With the revival in good manners, etiquette, spelling and grammar, this is a timely book on table manners and dining etiquette to ensure grace at the table at all times. It covers all aspects of eating etiquette from napkin folding, cutlery, glasses, bread rolls (never use a knife!), silver service to how to eat soup, spaghetti, escargot and artichokes and open a bottle of champagne. With diagrams for those tricky table placements and eating actions and a range of tips and hints, the book is the last word on how to eat. It will ensure you and your family never let the side down whatever the company you keep while dining.