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Display Name: tinarina
Member Since: 10/7/11

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Don't agree with MissB on asking about food allergies or major dislikes. Host has an obligation to accomodate vegetarians and vegans if attending, but not everyone's food preferences.

If a guest has food allergies that are difficult to accomodate, he/she should let the host know privately.

And if you don't like some items being served, politely decline them as noted by others.


Which Table Manners Do You Think are "The Essentials"?
11/7/11 3:04 PM

Totally agree with Trixie about keeping your mouth closed and not talking with your mouth full; I'm shocked at how many people are oblivious to how unpleasant this is for others. And sit up straight, keep your elbows off the table, and put your napkin in your lap. Okay, I just channeled my mother....


Which Table Manners Do You Think are "The Essentials"?
11/7/11 2:31 PM