However, it seems like other folks never got this same lesson. I frequently find that some well-intentioned guest will look over, notice me not eating, and try to persuade me to go ahead and dig in — ...

GENTLE READER: A polite way would be to say, “Thank you; I will in just a moment.” Miss Manners agrees with you that it is ...

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Dear Eric: As we approach the holidays, I am faced with a dilemma. A few individuals on my Christmas card list suffered the ...

I’m well aware that, yes, I could in fact begin eating, but I’m intentionally choosing to wait out of consideration.

In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin offers subtle solution for hygiene-conscious diners caught ...

I frequently find that some well-intentioned guest will look over, notice me not eating, and try to persuade me to go ahead ...

GENTLE READER: You found the questions rude because you believe that no self-respecting host would serve guests precooked ...

GENTLE READER: A polite way would be to say, “Thank you; I will in just a moment.” ...

Miss Manners tackles relatives who won't stay out of the kitchen, when to begin eating, and how to reply when guests imply ...

GENTLE READER: A polite way would be to say, “Thank you; I will in just a moment.” ...

Even though food policing is often packaged as health or self-control, it rarely leads to a peaceful relationship with eating ...