It seems like Americans are becoming more casual with each generation that comes of age. We’ve found formal living and dining rooms to be unnecessary, wearing jeans at the office has become the norm, ...

It's that time of year. Office holiday parties are coming up, families get together for the holidays, and we slowly start to dread the fancy, formal parties that flood our calendars. Don't worry! As ...

Table settings will vary depending on the type of event and the food being served. Set up silverware and glassware so guests can work from the outside in and top to bottom. A floral centerpiece is a ...

Dr. Clinton Lee is an international wine and etiquette expert. During the appetizer, Dr. Lee says you should speak to the person on your right. He also says to keep elbows off the table, and never ...

When hosting formal events, which entail a multi-course meal, elegance is of the utmost importance. Supporting pieces, such as chargers, napkin rings, and place cards play a critical role in ensuring ...

What you should wear to a New Year’s Eve (NYE) dinner depends heavily on the venue and the dress code. NYE generally calls ...

The traditional formal dinner party is dying, according to a study comparing media portrayals of dining etiquette from the last 50 years. By Urmee Khan and Urmeekhan 27 October 2009 • 7:12am 'We made ...

That’s the idea behind “Director John Waters: A Formal Dinner at the Provincetown Dump,” one of the signature items in an annual auction to raise money for the ...