GENTLE READER: You found the questions rude because you believe that no self-respecting host would serve guests precooked ...

Miss Manners tackles relatives who won't stay out of the kitchen, when to begin eating, and how to reply when guests imply ...

However, it seems like other folks never got this same lesson. I frequently find that some well-intentioned guest will look ...

I’m well aware that, yes, I could in fact begin eating, but I’m intentionally choosing to wait out of consideration.

GENTLE READER: A polite way would be to say, “Thank you; I will in just a moment.” Miss Manners agrees with you that it is ...

My home has an open floor plan with the kitchen, living room and dining area all combined. This leads to guests meandering through the kitchen area while we’re making food.

I frequently find that some well-intentioned guest will look over, notice me not eating, and try to persuade me to go ahead ...

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In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to a mother of three seeking advice on entertaining ...

GENTLE READER: You found the questions rude because you believe that no self-respecting host would serve guests precooked ...

Dear Miss Manners: My home has an open floor plan with the kitchen, living room and dining area all combined. This leads to guests meandering through the kitchen area while we’re preparing food.

Some crimes she has committed include holding the event on a Thursday and requesting that guests RSVP using a QR code ...