Before I start with some of the obvious rules of the dining event, there is one rule that is obvious only when you hear it. “Eat before you go.” Why? You are not being invited out to an event because the host is concerned that you are not being fed enough; you are being invited because you are expected to add value to the evening. If you are busy wolfing down your food, unfortunately, the makers get left off the table. Here are 12 basic dining rules for you to ensure you are

You are at a banquet and there are multiple silverware utensils placed around you plate. Do not fret. Outside fork: for eating salad Biggest fork: save this for dinner Small spoon: for coffee Big spoon: for soup Outside knife: salad knife (occasionally absent) Inside knife: main course fork Fork and/or spoon above dinner plate – dessert utensils Very small fork and knife – designated for sea food when served If you do not memorize what each one is for and the various courses