Miss Manners: This one rule of group dining etiquette has some nuance that you should be aware of

GENTLE READER: You found the questions rude because you believe that no self-respecting host would serve guests precooked ...
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Miss Manners: Waiting until everyone is served before starting to eat

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

Miss Manners: The older women made a list of things the bride is doing wrong

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My 30-year-old cousin is getting married, and my relatives believe she is doing everything wrong. In fact, ...

Dear Miss Manners: How can I keep guests out of my kitchen?

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.

Miss Manners: The best housewarming party etiquette is obvious, once you hear it

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My husband and I purchased a new home -- hooray! It’s only 12 minutes down the road from where we ...

Miss Manners: What’s the etiquette for throwing myself a housewarming party?

Please send your questions to Miss Manners at missmanners.com, by email to [email protected], or through postal mail to Miss Manners, Andrews McMeel Syndication, 1130 Walnut St., Kansas City, ...

Miss Manners: My guests think I’m rude for not eating when they tell me to

GENTLE READER: A polite way would be to say, “Thank you; I will in just a moment.” ...
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Miss Manners: Family loves criticizing bride-to-be’s choices

I’ve argued that most of these decisions are up to the bride. I’m only 44, a member of an unfortunately “ignorant” generation ...