Usually, parents explain to their children how to behave themselves at the table. But some points may be missed, not covered or forgotten over time. This knowledge is useful in any case, so try to remember it.
Instruction manual
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Sit straight, do not stretch your legs under the table, but put together near the chair. Press your elbows against your torso and do not place them on a countertop. Do not tilt your head to a plate, but raise a spoon or fork to the level of your mouth. If a knife is required for a dish, hold it in your right hand and the fork in your left.
2
When they start serving, take a napkin from a plate and place it on your knees. After the meal, put it to the left of the plate. Women with painted lips should be wiped with a paper towel, not linen.
3
Use cutlery correctly. They are usually placed as the meals are served, so start with those that are farthest from the plate. When a new dish is served, take the following appliances and so on. If you have any difficulties, look at the neighbors to orient yourself.
4
Do not use the knife when eating vermicelli, noodles, pasta, hodgepodge, scrambled eggs, jelly or vegetables. Use only a fork, in extreme cases, help yourself with a piece of bread. After the meal, do not lick the cutlery, put them on top of the plate parallel to each other, with the handles on the right side.
5
Do not bite off too large pieces and chew with your mouth closed. Do not talk while eating, do not slurp, do not smack or sip, do not blow on hot food. It is indecent to discuss treats or choose the most delicious piece on a plate. If you can’t get a dish, don’t reach across the table, but politely ask to pass it on.
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Respect your interlocutors. Do not smoke at the table, do not talk on the phone, or read. If you need to talk with someone, do not turn with your whole body, but only your head. During a conversation, do not interrupt the speaker, do not discuss those present, and do not speak too loudly. Avoid active gestures, especially with appliances in your hands.
