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the table manners of France

French Table Manners, Eating Habits and Dinner Etiquette
I made the mistake of assuming that my table manners would come with me across the pond as naturally as my southern accent did. The years of my mother’s training in the home were followed by etiquette classes in college, and I felt quite at ease in a formal dining environment. Then I moved to France.
Our first dinner with a French family was a truly wonderful experience. I remember I was taking a delicious bite of foie gras when my husband leaned over and said in a gentle voice, “Keep your hands on the table.”

I had obviously misunderstood, so I smiled and leaned over to ask him, “What did you say?” He quietly, but firmly responded with, “Keep your hands the table!” Surely I had not heard him correctly, as any well-brought up young lady knows that you do not rest your hands on the table while eating.

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