How to Serve Guests With Dietary Restrictions When you serve food this holiday season, the last thing you want your guests to say is, “What’s in that?” instead of “Yum!” And there are so many restrictions out there these … Read More
Let the nervous perspiration begin—you’ve just scheduled a dinner date with someone you really like. Of course you want to impress this special someone by breaking out your best etiquette skills and image: etiquette meaning graciousness and respectfulness, and image … Read More
What is it about a wedding buffet that turns well-mannered guests into slathering cavemen? Are they itching to unleash their primal instincts on the prime rib? Assert their alpha status by getting in line first? Whatever makes people get primitive … Read More
I am often asked, What is the worst mistake you can make when it comes to tipping? The answer is “not tipping.” Many people don’t tip because they do not have the proper change or bill. My dad always taught … Read More
How To Be a Great Host: This is the season for summer BBQ’s and Company Picnics. When I hosted a BBQ for July 4th, I realized there are a lot of pitfalls that can occur at these events – both … Read More
The most masculine month is upon us and some of you men have chosen to throw out your razors and partake in “No-Shave November”. Whether your motive is to demonstrate support to bring awareness to men’s health issues or to … Read More
Q: I was at a company BBQ last July 4th and was so embarrassed when I flipped a mushroom off the kabob I was trying to eat and it landed in our CEO’s lap! Is there an easy way to … Read More
A client and I had a meeting at a local Vietnamese restaurant. It’s a beautiful restaurant, mature atmosphere, not really family friendly, yet families enjoy it as well. As I waiting in our booth for my client to join me, … Read More