Have you ever sat down at a formal dinner and been overwhelmed with all the silverware, plates and cups in front of you? Or have you ever hosted a dinner and were uncertain of the proper way to set the table? Here are a few tips to help enrich your table and hosting manners.

(1) Once everyone has been seated, place your napkin on your lap. If the napkin is large, place the fold toward your waist. (2) You may begin eating after everyone has been served. (3) If you are the host, serve everyone else before you serve yourself. (4) Place the butter for your bread onto your bread plate, not directly onto your bread. (5) Always pass food to the right, and be sure to pass the salt and pepper shakers together. (6) Select your utensils from the outside in. (7) Everything you drink is on your right. (8) If you are the host, make sure you offer everyone something to drink, and periodically offer drinks throughout the meal.