Holiday Dinner Etiquette
Either way, you are feeling about this upcoming Holiday, there are a few rules of etiquette to remember. I've gathered many of these from the internet and others are from pure experience.
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We will start with a few things to do before the event happens.
First, remember to be on your best behavior. You can only control your own emotions, guard your own words, and keep your calm. Others will have to do their best, but we can't control them nor should we try to control them.
Second, R.S.V.P. (répondez s'il vous plaît) which means, in English, to Please Respond, is a very important part of the event planners organization. If you call, mail, email, or tell the host your response to the invite of the event, they can plan accordingly. It is not only proper etiquette but it is kind to respond promptly to the host.
Third, your attire may play a big part of the occasion. For instance, you are invited to dinner at noon, followed by a tag football game. You should dress appropriately for the dinner in a nice pair of jeans & a sweater and comfortable shoes. Are you going to be a spectator of the game or actually playing, you may have to bring a change of clothes (like old ones for the game, including sneakers) in order to be dressed correctly.
Fourth, be on time. This is important because it is a consideration that many feel they don't have to follow. This, dear, is very rude. Your host is counting on a smooth occasion and your being late can put a kink in the plans. Be on time, or even a few minutes early.
Fifth, offer to help your host, if you can, by setting the table, carrying platters or bowls to the table, filling glasses, or even pouring the wine. And if you can't and the host is family, then sit in an area where you could greet guests, take coats, or direct traffic. This would greatly free up your hosts time to get last minute arrangements done.
Sixth, don't eat like it is your last meal or like you've not eaten for days. Be polite. Take small portions and go back for seconds, if you feel the need to. Chew with your mouth closed. Take small bites, use your napkin, and keep your elbows off the table. These are manners you should already know, but just in case you have forgotten, they are expressed here.
Seventh, Thank your host, twice. When you come in or after the dinner, and before you leave the festivities. This is just good manners. Your host has worked hard to bring this event together, they have accounted for the smallest of details, and they are probably exhausted. It is just courteous to thank them. And in doing so, you show your gratitude for their hard work.
"The proper etiquette to being a good guest. There are a few simple rules: Tell your host whether you're attending, be on time, be a willing participant, offer to help when you can, don't overindulge, thank your host twice", according to Emily Post
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