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Q: I’m a frazzled mess trying to come up with the seating arrangements for my wedding. My mother and stepmother haven’t spoken in ten years. At past functions, we’ve seated them far away from each other to avoid combat, but how do I do that at the church without slighting one? A: For starters, have [...]
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Q: What should I do if a bit of food gets stuck between my teeth when I’m eating-and what should I say to a dinner companion when it happens to him? A: When you’re the one with the tooth adornment, you can excuse yourself from the table and remove it in the rest room. What [...]
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Q: When I invited a friend to a cocktail party I was throwing, she made a fuss and said she wouldn’t come without her children. Although I really didn’t want them there, I caved. How can I prevent this from happening in the future? A: In the case of this specific friend, tell her before [...]
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We are often asked questions about cash bars at weddings. The Emily Post Institute is curious if the etiquette around this question is changing. Take our poll and let us know what you think! Is it acceptable to have a cash bar at a wedding? No, this is the height of bad taste. (41%, 412 Votes) [...]
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Q: I received a coffeemaker two years ago as a housewarming gift, but I don’t drink coffee and have never used it. Would it be tacky to give it to friends for their anniversary? I hate to see it go to waste. A: No, it would not be tacky if you think your friends would [...]
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Q: My husband says restaurant tips are based on the bill’s total before tax, but I think you tip with the tax added in. Who’s right? A: Your husband wins this one. Restaurant tips are based on the bill before the tax is added. So if the total bill comes to $55, and the tax [...]
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