Dining Etiquette 101 (Ages 7 – 12)

DINING 101

Friday, June 17, 2022

10:00AM – 11:30AM

Ages 7 – 12
Investment of $250 per participant

This one-of-a-kind workshop offers boys and girls an opportunity to learn about proper social skills in any dining situation. During this class, they will learn the importance of greetings, dinner conversation, and other simple courtesies that will help them become more confident at any table. In addition, the kids will be instructed on how to place their own orders and will be guided on the proper setting and use of their utensils.

WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS:
Being a proper guest:

• Respecting dress codes
• Proper greetings and introductions when you come to the table
• The art of table conversation
• How to sit properly
• When to sit
• when to start eating
• Pacing yourself while eating

Restaurant etiquette:

• Using “please” & “thank you”
• The importance of expressing gratitude
• Do’s & don’ts of dining
• Ordering on your own
• How to get a waiter’s attention
• Dealing with problem food
• Requesting additional items
• Passing food
• What is a tip?

Dining with style:

• How to set a table properly
• Using utensils and napkins properly
• The proper way to eat bread
• The Continental vs. American style of eating
• Eating quietly
• How to handle difficult foods
• The proper way to eat soup
• Excusing yourself properly
• Cleaning up after yourself
• Expressing gratitude to the host.