In this concise and informative instructional program on proper dining etiquette, an expert teaches four young people the ins and outs of eating in public situations. Advising her charges to act natural and not stuffy, the host (whose horror stories include a date that cleaned his fingernails with his fork) explores good manners, such as how to place your order (with considerations for both the potential messiness and affordability of the meal), formal table settings (always start with the outside utensils, and work in), the correct ways to pass food, American and Continental cutting styles, gaining the attention of servers, and common mistakes (such as dropping utensils), using overhead angles and close-ups to clarify various points. The quartet then use their newfound skills in an “out on the town” scenario. A helpful primer on dining etiquette in social situations, Which Fork Do I Use? also includes a segment demonstrating napkin folds for special occasions. Definitely recommended. Aud: I, J, H, P. (J. Williams-Wood)
Which Fork Do I Use?
(2008) 22 min. DVD: $49.95. Learning Zone Express. PPR. Closed captioned. ISBN: 1-57175-704-X. Volume 24, Issue 1
Which Fork Do I Use?
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