An extensive dining etiquette lesson which takes place during a lunch, this course teaches all the skills needed for Western (British, Continental European and American) table etiquette. From which fork to use during an eight course meal to dining conversation, all major dining topics are covered during this session.

• Holding silverware and glasses correctly
• Posture at the dining table
• General dining manners – from casual to formal
• Tea, coffee etiquette
• Napkin etiquette
• Soup & bread etiquette
• Desserts
• Understanding, ordering and tasting wine
• Addressing common ethnic foods (from sushi to spaghetti)
• Restaurant specific etiquette vs dining at private homes
• Precedence: Who sits where? Who is served first?
• Communicating with service staff
• Gracious hosting and entertaining
• Tricky foods and how to eat them (shellfish, bones)
• Cell phone etiquette at the table
• Tipping / paying the bill
• Cocktail party etiquette
• Finger foods – when is it okay to not use cutlery?
• Making a toast

Perfect for the business executive, this course covers dining etiquette, client entertaining and practicing the best business strategy tactics over lunch. The lesson takes place during a meal where you will learn all the skills needed for Western (British, Continental / European and American) etiquette. This discerning and intimate setting will ensure you leave the session understanding the mastery of perfect business table manners, eating / drinking, wine 101, toasting and business conversation of dining etiquette.

Enjoy learning about the age-old British tradition of tea etiquette and social do’s and don’ts over a delicious setting of tea, sandwiches and cakes. Learn the history of tea, how to drink it and how to host a tea party. Become perfectly poised and polished and feel ready for your next invitation to tea for two!