Hosting Your Family From Hell

Posted by Allison Beck, Special Contributor
Arguing
Every week, our resident experts Mindy Lockard and Coryanne Ettiene answer etiquette questions from modern day hosts, offering advice from both traditional and contemporary perspectives. Have a... read more

What is the Best Night for Date Night?

Posted by HowAboutWe, Special Contributor
Date night
When it comes to dating, there is a lot to think about. Which restaurant is best? Where to wait for your date? Furthermore, what you order to eat or drink provides your dining partner a window... read more

Should I Bring My Cellphone with Me to the Table?

Posted by Allison Beck, Special Contributor
Cellphone at the table
Every week, our resident experts Mindy Lockard and Coryanne Ettiene answer etiquette questions from modern day hosts, offering advice from both traditional and contemporary perspectives. Have a... read more

6 Date Night Rules for Men

Posted by Art of Manliness, Special Contributor
6 Date Night Rules for Men
Eating is instinctual. And like a lot of instinctual things, men often go on autopilot when there’s food in front of them. Now that’s all fine and good when you’re standing over the... read more

Are You a Lazy Host?

Posted by Allison Beck, Special Contributor
Ordering in
We recently came across this discussion on Yelp where a reader had asked if it was OK to order in Pizza Hut when having people over. Now, there are times when ordering pizza in is a must... read more

Is It OK to Disinvite a Guest?

Posted by Allison Beck, Special Contributor
Is It OK to Disinvite a Guest?
When entertaining, there are two secrets to a host’s success: An ability to bring together people and create lasting memories, and the foresight to see — and resolve — problems... read more

What Your Order Says About You on a Date

Posted by Matt McCue, Special Contributor
What Your Order Says About You on a Date
Dinner dates offer plenty of chances for close inspection. Is the restaurant appropriate for the occasion? Is the reservation time fashionable? What about the price ceiling? Is your date being too... read more

What to Do When You’re Early for a Date

Posted by HowAboutWe, Special Contributor
You make plans to meet your date at a restaurant at 7:00 p.m., and despite your best efforts to take your time getting ready, you still manage to arrive at 6:48 p.m. That's 12 whole minutes to... read more