Entertaining Etiquette

How to Host a Friday Night Fish Fry

By AnneV

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What a better way to enjoy a down-home gathering of down-to-earth friends that to host your own Friday Night Fish Fry. Avoid the weekend crowds at your local pub or eatery and stay in with simple, flaky favorites, a bucket of brews and ... more »

How to Host a Graduation Brunch

By AnneV

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Brunch is a delightful way to celebrate Commencement, particularly a small, casual brunch that doesn’t require too much fuss or preparation. To honor your loved ones, or yourself, for graduating from college or graduate school, organize a ... more »

How to Host a Red Hat Party

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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Ladies wearing "red hats" have popped up all over the country. They are nothing to fear, but rather to admire, as they are members of what is called "The Red Hat Society." The purpose of this "dis-organization" is to have fun and enjoy life as ... more »

How to Host a Responsible Party Where Alcohol Will Be Served

By MisterD

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Since I am a 15-year Certified Alcohol Awareness Trainer/Consultant, I feel very qualified to put together this "how to" guide for safe party celebrations. It isn't as hard as you might think to control the flow of alcohol; but there are some ... more »

How to Kick People Out Politely

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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It is hard to be a great host when your guests forget their manners. The biggest problem often comes at the end of the evening, when everyone has gone except that one person. He is still talking, still eating and firmly planted onto your sofa. ... more »

How to Laugh Like Whoopi Goldberg

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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Before she became the iconic comedian, Whoopi Goldberg, she was just a New York native known as Caryn Elaine Johnson. Whoopi Goldberg's relaxed demeanor, thoughtful outlook on life and great laugh all seem to indicate that she's having a ... more »

How to Legally Prevent Hunters From Trespassing on Your Property

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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Hunters who trespass pose serious dangers to adults, children, pets, livestock and buildings. Knowing how to legally prevent hunters from trespassing on your property will help you maintain a safe space in which to live in peace and comfort... more »

How to Make a Classic Martini

By aprilbair

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Fear not the classic martini is as easy as splash, swish, pour, shake. Three rules to the perfect martini: Premium vodka or gin makes the difference, less is more and don't over complicate it!.. more »

How to Make a Great Impression at a Business Meal: Etiquette Tips

By nicolewilkins

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Dining is a large part of the business world today. If you are doing business of any sort you are probably involved in entertaining or being entertained by someone. There are some guidelines unique to the “business meal” that may differ from a ... more »

How to Make a Safe Space from Cat Allergies

By TheWordDistrict

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If you’ve got a guest with cat allergies coming over, chances are they're going to have an uncomfortable time unless you take some simple precautions. Make it better for them by preparing a “safe room”... more »

How to Make a Toast

By mjsais

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Offering a toast is a fabulous way to pay tribute to someone special. That person may be a guest in your home, your host at a dinner party or the guest of honor at a celebration. Knowing the steps to a proper toast will leave you free to ... more »

How to Make a Toast for the New Year (or Anytime)

By Sendblock

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The gracious gesture of a toast to the New Year or to any special day, time or event in our lives makes the moment both special and memorable... more »

How to Make Friends With Someone's Automobile

By Lindaperry

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If you do not have a car, you might not understand the title of this article. If you do have a car, you might understand it. But either way, after this comment and email box, I will explain what I am talking about... more »

How to Open a Champagne Bottle Neatly

By AnneV

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Happy New Years! Celebrate the yearly shift or any major occasion by popping some bubbly with your closest friends and family. Before opening a champagne bottle, take a few precautions to ensure that the champagne experience is safe, neat and ... more »

How to Order at an Expensive Restaurant

By AnneV

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The menu at an expensive restaurant can be very intimidating. The prices as well as the fare often astound the senses and sensibilities. It is important however, not to let the wait staff discern the fact that you are terrified both of the ... more »

How to Pick Up the Tab

By Anish

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Whether it’s to impress a client, a date or merely to inspire goodwill, picking up the tab is a subtle art. Here are some tips to do it with style... more »

How to Practice Dinner Party Etiquette

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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If you are holding a dinner party, you should brush up on your dinner party etiquette beforehand. Although a dinner party is a chance to get together with friends and family to have a good time, practicing good etiquette will have your guests ... more »

How to Praise The Goodness In People

By FightYourFears

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An eminent man who raises funds for a large college told me that of every hundred people who give gifts to the college, ninety-four want their names mentioned. The other six are satisfied to have their good deeds remain anonymous. He told me that ... more »

How to Privately Celebrate Your Son’s Engagement

By Paula Parker

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It’s happened! Your son popped the question to his young lady and he’s officially engaged. Before getting into the craziness of wedding plans, plan an evening for a private celebration of your son’s engagement. Not only will it bless the young ... more »

How to reduce being lyed to.

By biohazardpwns

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Getting people to tell you the truth... more »

How to Remove and Replace Identification Marks on Golf Balls

By artemis

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Being able to repurpose golf balls can come in handy at two times: after collecting a number of balls that you want to use as your own and during a game if you want to claim someone else's golf ball as your own in order to gain an advantage. The ... more »

How to Reverse a Social Faux Pas

By AnneV

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Put your foot in your mouth? Show up to a party completely underdressed? Forget an acquaintance’s first name? Begin eating dinner before your host? Social faux pas are a dime a dozen and often forgotten by onlookers; yet those who commit ... more »

How to Safely Meet Friends On The Net

By Lindaperry

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Everyone has their own ideas about meeting friends on the net. Some think that everyone on the net is an ax-murderer, while others think that people on the net are all moms and dads and ordinary people. The truth is it is right in between ... more »

How to Schmooze

By Anish

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Effective schmoozing is both a learned skill and an art. Done well, it will yield benefits in business or your personal life at incredible speed. Here are some pointers:.. more »

How to Select Dinnerware and Place Settings for Dining Etiquette

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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Selecting dinnerware and knowing where to place it all for your dinner party isn't as challenging as it looks. Once you know how many guests you're having and have chosen the menu, you can start to see how many dishes you need. Whether your ... more »

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