DEAR MISS MANNERS: A very long time ago, my husband and I were invited to dinner at a restaurant by a colleague of his. I had ...

The wife shut me down immediately with something along the lines of, “I’d rather listen to what the men are talking about.” ...

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With no ushers or signage available for guidance, we selected option C as the most sensible. This apparently was incorrect, ...

"Obviously, eating before the performance is an option, but dining quickly in a Paris restaurant is easier said than done." ...

GENTLE READER: You may be right that your relative’s comment is a subtle complaint at the suspension of gifts, but if so, it ...

They might appreciate a cheery “hello” or a wave from the hallway, but would that be intruding on their privacy?

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I co-hosted a small luncheon for some retired girlfriends. The other hostess, Doris, made the entree, and I took care of the appetizers and desserts. Related Articles.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I bought a drink at a coffee shop that came to $4.22 with tax.I was presented with three tip options: $1, $2 or $3 — 25%, 50% or 75%, respectively. Since there weren’t any ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I’m in my late 70s and enjoy spending time with my adult children. My son-in-law drives a van, which is very hard for me to get into. I would prefer to take our car, ...

They went to dinner with her husband’s colleague and his wife – who very rudely shut down a conversation with the letter ...