The reason I get so "bunched up," as my mom would say, over the whole thing is that it comes down to a lack of respect.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The protocols around putting your elbows on a table are among the etiquette rules that have changed over time. Luke Chan via Getty ...

Most people know how to be polite at a regular restaurant, but fine dining establishments come with a lot of unspoken rules.

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Everyone loves a good party. And the best parties typically have at least two important factors: a gracious host and respectful guests. But in a world where parties can include everything from ...

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These days, many aspects of traditional etiquette feel outdated. From rigid dress codes to time-consuming formalities, many old rules no longer fit with our modern lives and resources. “In some of the ...