Eating in public might be one of the most common activities which should be followed by etiquette‘s. Usually we learn from a young age, how to behave while eating.
Now what are some basic principles of eating etiquette:
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Sit straight on your chair
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Do not chew with your mouth open
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Do not make munching noises
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Do not let gasses escape, this includes burping and farting
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Do not lean on the table with your elbows
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Taste your food before you use salt and/or pepper
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At a business dinner taking pictures of the food is not done
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Ladies first while taking orders and serving
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Eat at same pace as rest of the table
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The ‘host’ of the table receives the check for payment as quietly as possible
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Respect the wishes of the ‘host’ first
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Food is served from the left side of the guest(except soup)
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Empty plates are taken from the right side
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A napkin should be in your lap while eating
Many of these etiquette‘s will already be known by you and implemented at your business.
Personal note:
The principles of eating etiquette are quite simple. Of course having dinner with friends at home or a business lunch in a restaurant are 2 completely different things and require a different approach. You will know best what is proper behavior if you use common sense.
Sincerely,
Den The Man