Table manners are important in Britain, even today. . The following are some basic table manners you need to know.
Wait for the host to invite you to the table. He or she may arrange a seat for you. You'd better not take your seat before the host sits. If the elderly are around, you can help them into their seats before you take your seat. . Then sit up straight, and keep your elbows off the table, too.
Chew and swallow all the food in your mouth before taking more or taking a drink. It is impolite to talk with food in your mouth.
Learn to pass items. When someone says, "Please pass me the butter, reach for it only if you are the close stone to it. Take the item and place it next to your neighbour. And remember: always pass to the right.
Never leave spoons in the bowl when you finish using them. Never leave them in the bowl or cups.
A. Your table manners may influence people's judgment on you.
B. Never talk with your mouth full of food.
C. After you sit down, take your napkin from the table immediately, and place it neatly on your lap.
D. Never make a sound when chewing.
E. When you finish eating, soup spoons, coffee spoons and dessert spoons should be placed on the side of the plate.
F. Consider every action before you do it.
G. Continue passing the item in this manner until it reaches the person who asks for it.
