Miss Manners: I’ve been told to banish these guests from the main table

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am a single man who inherited, from my parents and grandparents, both a love of entertaining and also a great deal of the trappings needed — china, crystal, linen, silver — that ...

Miss Manners: I break out my best china and finery for these dinners, the least you can do is RSVP

I am a single man who inherited, from my parents and grandparents, both a love of entertaining and also a great deal of the trappings needed -- china, crystal, linen, silver -- that other relatives ...
mlive

Miss Manners: Unexpected guests at formal dinners don’t get the fish knife

My question is how to react when people do not respond to an invitation, nor to a gentle nudge and arrive anyway.

10 Weird Food Rules Every Traveler Breaks (And How to Avoid Trouble)

Some of the world's best flavors are found in casual spots, but local customs still carry weight. Whether it's the specific ...
Xinhuanet

Feature: Chinese language course brings Indonesian learners closer to Chinese culture

Through the free course, the Chinese language has become both a means of communication and a cultural bridge linking Indonesia and China. Participants' language proficiency is aligned with ...