Table Manners

Did you ever go to a dinner party where the food and drinks were impeccable and the host gracious only to have it ruined by a guest with poor table manners? If so, then pay attention to the following on why table manners are so important.

Table manners reveal a lot about a person's character. They reflect education and upbringing in a person. So follow these tips to make a good impression. First, always wash your hands before eating. Keep the conversation genial and avoid crude or disgusting topics. Second,show consideration for the other guests. See who needs what and make sure every face looks content. Third, eat with style and grace. Don't gross people out by talking with food in your mouth. Chew with your mouth closed and never, ever belch or burp out loud! Fourth, demonstrate good posture. Always sit up straight and keep your elbows off the table. Don't reach out in front of others; just ask by saying, "Please pass that."

Finally, always be thankful for the meal and let others complain. Select your favorite dish and praise it sincerely. Remember these table manners when you eat and you will be welcome at everyone's table. Now go and enjoy your meal!

餐桌礼仪

       你曾经参加过这样的晚宴吗？食物和饮料无可挑剔，主人很亲切，整个气氛却被某个不懂得餐桌礼仪的客人破坏殆尽。假使如此，那你就要注意以下的说明，告诉你为何餐桌礼仪是这麽地重要。

       关於一个人的个性，餐桌礼仪透露很多讯息，它们反映出一个人的教育和教养。所以，遵照以下的诀窍，就可以给人好印象。第一，吃东西前先洗手。对话要真诚，避免粗鲁、低级，或令人讨厌的话题。第二，对其他客人表现你的体贴“看看谁需要什麽，确定每个人的表情看起来都很满意。第三，吃东西要有风度、要优雅。嘴里有食物时不要说话，免得让别人倒胃口。咀嚼时嘴要闭起来，而且绝对、绝对不要大声打隔“第四，要表现出好的仪态。一定要挺直坐好，手肘不要放在桌上“不要在别人面前伸手去拿东西；只要开口要求：「请把那个递给我。」

      最後，一定要感谢这顿饭，抱怨的事情让别人去做。挑选一道你最喜欢的菜，衷心地称赞“吃饭时谨记这些餐桌礼仪，在人人的餐桌上，你都会是个受欢迎的客人。现在，去享用你的这餐饭吧！