Tag: dining etiquette

  • 7 International New Year’s Eve Traditions

    7 International New Year’s Eve Traditions

    New Year’s is a time to start fresh, wish good luck, and hope for fortune for the next year. Each country has different rituals to bring in the new year on the right foot. It is always fun to learn and gain awareness of the diversity in traditions and customs. 12 Grapes: When the clock…

  • Kwanzaa Explained

    Kwanzaa Explained

    Kwanzaa was created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga in an effort to form a strong community of Afro-Americans in the U.S. The holiday consists of 7 days where the family gathers and lights up one of the candles in the Kinara, the beautiful candle holder. The family then proceeds to read and discuss one…

  • National Tie Month

    National Tie Month

    If you work in an office, travel for business, work in banking or the legal industries, there’s a strong chance that you or a colleague wears a necktie. Did you know that December also serves to celebrate National Tie Month?  This isn’t a holiday just for the fellas, as women’s fashion has also been impacted by…

  • 5 German Christmas Traditions

    5 German Christmas Traditions

      In Germany, Christmas decorations appear before December 1st has arrived! It’s a beautiful scene with the snow covered Straße (streets), colorful lights, Christmas-themed markets and warm treats. Country customs make every nation unique. Enjoy reading about these annual German traditions you won’t want to miss.  Advent Christmas Calendar: This German Christmas tradition consists of…

  • 6 Colombian Christmas Customs shared by a Colombian Millennial

    6 Colombian Christmas Customs shared by a Colombian Millennial

    Today we are delighted to feature Sophie Echeverry, a guest blogger living and working in the U.S.A. who is from Bogota, Colombia.    As a Colombian, I cherish Christmas customs from my home country. I have celebrated 21 of my 22 Christmases in Bogotá, Colombia. It’s a month long celebration with amazing food, daily parties…

  • International Dining Etiquette Tips

    International Dining Etiquette Tips

    Each culture has their own unspoken dining etiquette rules. Before making reservations in Ravenna or dining in Dubai, read these tips for a successful international dining experience!

  • A Primer to Wine Tasting

    A Primer to Wine Tasting

    Whether you’re trying a bold Malbec or sipping a light rose՜, keep these tips in mind as you discover the fine taste of one of the world’s most historic indulgences.

  • The Art of the Business Meal: 15 Modern Dining Manners

    The Art of the Business Meal: 15 Modern Dining Manners

    Consider these 15 practical tips for modern dining success in our global business world:

  • Guide to Hosting an Elegant Thanksgiving Dinner

    Guide to Hosting an Elegant Thanksgiving Dinner

    Thanksgiving is a time for expressing gratitude for our blessings. Consider these ten expert tips on hosting a memorable meal and toss your jitters out the window!

  • How-To’s of Dining Etiquette: What They Didn’t Teach in College

    How-To’s of Dining Etiquette: What They Didn’t Teach in College

    For all you grads in your first entry level position, let us help you with some dining etiquette pointers so you can wow your boss, gain confidence, and enjoy the meal-time business meetings that cross your path.