Laughter is abundant during this class designed to enhance flourishing social skills and minimize social misdemeanors. This delightful experience will keep attendees engaged to successfully communicate and dine with grace and confidence. Class may be scheduled as a one-time workshop of series of classes. Topics include: proper introductions and social conversation; how do I eat what? utensils vs. hands, napkin usage, seating, poise & posture, body language, place settings & seating arrangements, unattractive/ unacceptable behaviors at the table, being a good dinner guest, passing food and asking for additional servings. Plus, table signals such as when to start eating, resting and done positions, eating new or unknown foods and handling food that does not please the palate. Optional topics are: social occasions & celebrations, invitations, thank you notes and social correspondence. Based on availabity, private class/workshop may be scheduled for your family or youthgroup...refer to schedule.
Dining Decorum Forum for Adults
As adults, gracious dining skills and decorum can involve much more than placing your napkin in your lap at the table or saying please and thank you! Bringing business associates or family and friends together often involves food and occurs to foster business relationships, conduct business, celebrate an occasion, or share memorable moments with those we care about. This workshop or class series can help prepare you with know-how and techniques to build confidence and enhance your experience for a positive lasting impression to ensure a fabulous time whether your site is a restaurant, the backyard or a ballroom. Topics include: Styles of Dining, Place Settings, Seating Arrangements, How to eat certain foods, Civility at the Table, Invitations & RSVP, Thank-You Notes and Formal vs. Informal. Based on availabity, private class/workshop may be scheduled for your family or social group..refer to schedule.
