14th September, 2007: Tea Party Etiquette
With tea parties making a comeback, who couldn’t benefit from a little refresher course in the niceties of this social occasion? E-how.com, a source for “HOW TOs” on just about every subject, has outlined seven steps that’ll quickly bring you up-to-speed.
First and foremost, follow proper etiquette simply by being a gracious host and a polite guest. Beyond that, you’ll also need to understand a table setting. Similar to utensil placement at an informal diner, the “dinner plate is always in the middle, with two forks to the left of it and a knife and two spoons to the right.” Simply work from the outside in as each course is presented.
For the tea itself, return your the tea cup to the top right of the plate, and dispose of tea bags properly. “If the tea is not already brewed in a pot and you are using a tea bag, never discard it on the table.”
For more entertaining advice from the pros, visit the online Emily Post Institute.
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