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Family Dinner

Every holiday, we have a large family dinner of 25 to 30 people. Mostly everyone brings a dish. When we clear the table, a few of the guests try to beat everyone else into the kitchen and pack up a … Continue reading

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 Etiquette Lessons: Shoes off

Can You Ask Guests to Take Their Shoes Off? Most people quickly figure out the house rules when they see all the shoes lined up upon entering a home, says Whitmore, but a gentle reminder that you prefer they remove their … Continue reading

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Etiquette Lessons: Gifts

If You’ve Been Asked to Bring a Dish, Should You Also Bring a Host Gift? Gifts are an acknowledgment that your host has gone to a lot of trouble to create their holiday party. Etiquette experts agree that a host … Continue reading

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Holiday Advice

It’s your party. Do—and wear—whatever you want! The key to a great holiday party is a good playlist, good champagne, and good company. If you think you’re doing too much, add one more thing. When in doubt, just pour champagne. … Continue reading

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Etiquette Lessons: No Children

Can You Specify ‘No Children’ On an Invitation? “I wouldn’t flat out say ‘no children allowed.’ That’s rude,” most people will get the message that they are being invited to an adult party—unless the host has specifically mentioned that it’s … Continue reading

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