You might think you know the basics for setting the table, but it can actually be a little more complicated than you initially think. But getting to grips with the essentials leaves you in good stead ...

Learn how to set a table, from a basic table setting, to an informal table setting for a casual dinner party, to a formal place setting for a holiday. Learn how to set a table, from a basic table ...

Setting a gorgeous dinner table is an art—and a science, according to the pros—which actually makes it a lot easier to understand and action yourself. While there is creative freedom in putting ...

Table settings will vary depending on the type of event and the food being served. Set up silverware and glassware so guests can work from the outside in and top to bottom. A floral centerpiece is a ...

FARGO – Little fork for salad or the big one? Soup spoon or dessert spoon? Navigating and setting forks, spoons, plates, knives and glasses can be intimidating. Even etiquette expert Emily Post needed ...

A group of people enjoying a meal. Image source: Pexels. Use our complete guide to help you know where to position the cutlery, how to choose the right decor, and which glasses are best. Whether ...

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Don’t panic if the table is a little on the smaller side. Garten once called a too-large table a “party killer.” In her Barefoot Contessa cookbook, Back to Basics, she shared specifics. “For small ...

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