Summer is a great time to grill out. Have you ever wondered if your manners are hot or cold? (ha ha!) Or good or bad? Here's a link to a story that will help you, and perhaps your neighbors, brush up on their manners at the community grill. Enjoy! https://www.apartmentguide.com/blog/community-grill-courtesy/ … [Read more...] about Manners Matter – Summer Grilling
Festive Teas with Essential Oils
By Debra Kirkham Spring is in every detail this season with the special pleasure of vibrant blossoms. Enliven your day with the delightful experience of Young Living Essential Oils infused Tea options. Black Tea with Young Living Peppermint Essential Oil Pour water into your teakettle. The running water is filled with oxygen and brings … [Read more...] about Festive Teas with Essential Oils
Elevenses
by Debra Kirkham Elevenses in the British culture, is a time for tea and a scone, a most tasty break for mid-morning and enjoyed every day. This short break usually begins at 11:00 a.m. for 10 - 15 minutes and is a much needed and appreciated time of day away from work or whatever you may be doing. When Elevenses arrive you may find yourself … [Read more...] about Elevenses
Too Late for a Thank You Note?
I consider every thank-you card I receive, especially those handwritten, as a gift. I have a few that I've had for years and one of those twas from the Hotel Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Naples. After I taught my Mimi's Manners class at the resort he placed a handwritten note on my desk the next morning letting me know that he thought my class was … [Read more...] about Too Late for a Thank You Note?
The Proper Way to Give a Handshake
I'm sure everyone has received a terrible handshake before: perhaps the limp fish (too soft), or the bonecrusher (too hard), or perhaps one where your hands didn't really touch the way they should. No need to worry, here are a few tips to make sure you're doing it right (and if ever you feel the handshake you gave wasn't "right", it's fine to … [Read more...] about The Proper Way to Give a Handshake
Devonshire’s Cream Tea and How to Eat a Scone Properly
by Debra Kirkham Cream tea, was invented in Devonshire England and is a shorter version of Afternoon Tea. Cream tea consists of a variety of teas, scones, clotted cream and jam. Afternoon tea is a traditional event with a variety of teas, tea sandwiches, an assortment of cakes and scones. The beauty of both is in joining with others for this … [Read more...] about Devonshire’s Cream Tea and How to Eat a Scone Properly
The Origin of the China Teacup
By Debra Kirkham There is a little history behind every cup of tea and this one begins without the handle in China, where the enjoyment of a bowl of tea began. The saucer was used to keep the tea warm, and was placed on top of the bowl. In the mid-seventeenth century when tea made its adventure and was imported into England, … [Read more...] about The Origin of the China Teacup
The Proper Way to Eat Dessert
By Debra Kirkham Have you ever wondered why we have a spoon and a fork above the dessert plate? Have you ever pondered why we have dessert at the end of the meal and where it came from other than the kitchen? Well, we have a story for you. The colonists came up with the name dessert as every one deserted the table after the main course. … [Read more...] about The Proper Way to Eat Dessert
How To Hold a Glass Properly
by Debra Kirkham There is the proper way to hold a glass and much of this revolves around the temperature of the drink, which effects the aroma and flavor. Enjoy the following tips of etiquette for your selections: Champagne - Hold by the stem of the flute as champagne is served chilled Red Wine - Hold by the stem or the base of the … [Read more...] about How To Hold a Glass Properly
How to Hold the Knife and Fork
Learning to hold the utensils is something that may seem a little difficult, especially if you were taught another way. This way shown is the easy for cutting food and for both Continental and American style forms of dining. (And please remember to keep your elbows by your side.) Step 1: Open your hands and have your palms facing up. Place … [Read more...] about How to Hold the Knife and Fork
