#etiquette

#etiquette

"There's a degree of education that's required. It's not about being the headmaster and reading out the rule book, it's about politely explaining. It's more about etiquette than it is about rules."

As a host, you cannot properly leave your own party, even though Miss Manners understands both that it has become a bore for you and that the guests are unlikely to notice your absence.

"My sister-in-law and her boyfriend came from the city to stay for a few days at our country house. He brought his machete with him to cut things down in the woods. After doing that, he muscled his way next to me at the kitchen sink while I was trying to prepare lunch to rinse off his machete, thereby getting dirt and sap all over the salad I was preparing." - sharpmagician5374

It's important to communicate with the hosts and clarify the intentions behind a 'couples only' invitation. It’s likely aimed at plus-ones rather than excluding singles.

Festivals are fantastic opportunities for creating memories, but remember to balance personal documentation with respect for fellow attendees who also wish to enjoy the experience.

"One can enforce a building rule rudely and one can enforce it politely, but you appear to be asking if the rule itself is rude."

"When I am calling a restaurant or anywhere, I say, 'Hi, my name is Bronte. I'm just wondering if you have a table for two tonight?'"

"This isn't a bad idea, but it should be organized by parents, not pressured by the school to contribute."

Etiquette is not in the business of making everything exactly fair. Unless things are overtly unfair, it is more polite not to notice.

During a new profile for Tatler, Annabel Elliot, Queen Camilla's sister, revealed she can't bring herself to curtsy to her sister, defying royal protocol.

Whether you're a newcomer or a connoisseur, whiskey tastings provide a unique opportunity to expand your knowledge, meet enthusiasts, and enjoy rare selections.

"When such talks exceeded the ceremonial part, the event was renamed a celebration of life... it is a lot more cheerful."

One way to think about which knife to use is to consider how you would carve a large piece of meat with a larger version of each knife.

The user posed on Reddit, "People who graze at supermarkets. Why do you do it?" sparking a debate on whether this behavior is acceptable.

It is rude to leave out a tip jar in a private home. It screams, as you indicated, that your employees are not satisfied with their pay.