A friend of mine was just telling me about a recent restaurant experience. She and a friend treated themselves to a lavish meal at a Japanese restaurant in which the food is cooked at the table. They … [Read more...]
Holiday Tipping Etiquette
As we head into Hanukkah (which begins on the 20th) and Christmas, let’s not forget to consider those who make our lives a little bit easier. Holiday tips are a nice way to show appreciation for the … [Read more...]
Alec Baldwin’s Poor Flight Etiquette
By now I’m sure you’ve heard about the recent incident involving actor Alec Baldwin and American Airlines. His flight delayed and sitting on the runway, Baldwin decided to bide his time by playing the … [Read more...]
Giving Back This Holiday Season
All I've heard this morning is Black Friday this and Cyber Monday that. I'm all for a good bargain and goodness knows I love to shop, but is this really what the holidays are all about? The more I … [Read more...]
The End of Southern Hospitality?
Are Southern manners slipping? Last week the New York Times reported that gentility is no longer the norm, particularly in big cities like Atlanta (my hometown) where increasing numbers of newcomers … [Read more...]