Q: I need help. We are hosting our first dinner for my in-laws, but I’ve never really set a table properly. How do you do it?A: Don’t feel alone. Even though there’s much research out there ...

Basic Table Setting Etiquette Tips If you prefer, it is acceptable to set the napkin on top of the plate in a basic table setting, though some think this can create a more formal feeling.

Table Setting Etiquette If you’re hosting the dinner party, you want to make sure you’ve arranged and set your table correctly. 1.

Sitting down to dinner at a properly set table can be a little anxiety-inducing. What fork to use first? Is this the dessert spoon or is it for soup? Equally challenging can be the host or hostess ...

Emily Post's great-great-grandaughter Lizzie Post shares how to properly set a table for casual dinners, informal events and formal gatherings ...

Table manners and dining etiquette may go hand in hand, but they're not one in the same. What's the difference between these eating essentials?

Navigating social interactions in France can be challenging for those unfamiliar with local customs. Understanding French etiquette can help you avoid common faux pas and make a positive impression.

Sure, fork on left side and the knife on the right side is table-setting 101. But, how do you put out a spread that's actually memorable?

Betsey Cunningham with her children Mcraelynn, 4, and Coast, take an interest the Table Setting Showcase competition during the Sonoma County Fair, Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025, in Santa Rosa. (Kent Porter ...