MAINTAINING SOME BASIC TABLE MANNERS.

MAINTAINING SOME BASIC TABLE MANNERS:

Eating Quietly:The essence of good table manners is a courtesy that includes eating quietly.Noise impedes conversation.

Something Caught in your teeth:When food is caught between the teeth,wait to remove it privately.Except in an emergency,don't use a napkin to blow your nose.Use a handkerchief instead and turn your head to the side.
  
Using Two Utensils:Food served on a plate is eaten with a fork,and food served in a bowl is taken with a spoon.When two eating utensils or two serving utensils are presented together,such as a fork and spoon,the fork is used to steady the portion,and the spoon to cut and convey the bite to the mouth.

Finger Food:When finger food is taken from a tray,place it on the plate.Don't lick your fingers;use a napkin.When in doubt about whether to use fingers or a utensil to eat particular food,follow common sense and use a utensil,usually a fork,which is the most versatile implement.