Tip of the Month

Have you ever been stumped by which fork to use? Take a look at this simple chart and solve the mysteries of the formal table setting.

A general rule with utensils is to start from the outside of your place setting, and work your way toward the service plate (the main meal plate).

If you are seated at a very crowed table and are uncertain whether you are using the correct drinking glass or bread plate, try this little trick...Place your hands in your lap. Take your left hand and touch your index finger to your thumb. You should notice that you have created a shape similiar to the letter "b". Take your right hand and touch your index finger to your thumb. You should have created a shape that looks similar to the letter "d". Now, look on the table; your bread plate should be on the left - "b"is for bread. Your drinking glasses will be on your right - "d" is for drink. I guarantee that you'll never be confused about this again!