American Table Manner

MajalahAsik.com - Here are few helpful hints about American table manners.

Dos:

• Always place your napkin on your lap
• Dinner Conversation is important in the U.S. you should  take part in the conversation.

Don'ts:

• Never put your napkin on the table during the meal.
• Do not begin to eat until everyone is served.
• Do not eat with your elbows on the table. It is very impolite to bend over your plate as you eat.
• Never 'Slurp' your sop. Americans are shocked by 'noise'.
• Do not talk when your mouth is full.
• Do not wave your knife and fork in the air as you talk.
• Please remember that Americans do not use toothpicks at the table.

Unfortunately, not all Americans have good table manners. Nevertheless, with good manners, you will always be culturally correct.