Above: How to introduce yourself is simple, just
follow the sign. Below: Dr. Gabriel's tablescape of
fine china and sparkling crystal. Top right: "May I
have some sugar, please?"
have it on vibrate in your pocket or purse," she suggested.
Most fine dining restaurants have new policies that include only using cell phones outside. Though you probably
won't see this in practice at your neighborhood fast-food
joint, you just might at somewhere like Haymount's Hilltop House. "Everything has to do with the tone of the restaurant," noted Abbott. She added, "Obviously I can't go
to dinner and enjoy myself because I'm so busy noticing
things…doing what I do I just can't help it!"
When you're out and about in our city's restaurant scene
and you notice diners not putting their napkin in their laps,
being discourteous to servers, gabbing on their cell phones
or smacking on gum- don't reprimand them. The best thing
to do is to keep practicing your own good manners. CV
TIPS FOR DINING SUCCESS
Always show respect to who you are with.
Focus on them, not your phone.
Avoid electronics at all costs.
Remember, liquids on the right,
bread on the left
Photography by Byron Jones
Always place your napkin in your seat
if you leave the table. If you're absolutely done
with your meal, your napkin can then go
on the table.
Always show courtesy to servers.
Ask "May I?" instead of "Can I?"
Ask people to pass instead of reaching across
the table. Always pass to the right.
Never, ever chew gum at the table.
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