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In the realm of pet ownership, there’s a universal truth that we can all acknowledge: every dog, at some point...

Mastering Dining Etiquette As we embark on this journey of refinement, one often-overlooked element deserves our attention: the placement of...

Table napkins allow plenty of creative freedom. According to the art de la table rules, cloth or linen napkins are...

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It was sometime during the 18th century when author Carlo Goldoni wrote that “a successful dinner is not so much...

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A host can easily become consumed by the art de la table, menu, and music, forgetting that their guests primarily...