Knowing how to behave at meals isn't just about proper etiquette. Turns out, your table manners send coded messages about you ...

Table manners have definitely not gone out of style,” says Diane Gottsman, author of “Modern Etiquette for a Better Life,” ...

In a world where dining etiquette is evolving faster than you can say ‘pass the salt,’ some old-school table manners have taken a backseat. From waiting for everyone to be served to discreetly ...

I had the opportunity to speak by phone with writer and podcaster Jennifer L. Scott. The author of the Madame Chic books — ...

It’s important to be familiar with various table manners before traveling abroad. For instance, many cultures consider resting your elbows on the table impolite. Another example of table etiquette is ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Because of a chronic illness, I have to go to a clinic in an urban setting three to four times per week.

If you’re of the camp that all etiquette rules everywhere should be etched into stone, you might want to sit down. These are ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: For my 40th birthday, my sister planned a bowling party. She is very organized, and pre-entered the names ...

GENTLE READER: Your confidence that you are not required to reciprocate in your apartment, though technically correct, ...

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Do we have to invite them to join us at a restaurant at some point? If so, may we try to “dilute” them by inviting others?