Every great meal begins before the first course arrives.
From the moment you are seated to the last pour of the evening, dining with confidence changes the entire dynamic of a meal. Whether you are hosting a client dinner, attending a formal banquet, or navigating a wedding breakfast, Carmel's dining etiquette coaching covers everything — table settings, cutlery, conversation, toasting, and the subtle art of being a gracious guest or host.
Whether you are preparing for a formal business dinner, an international client engagement, a significant social occasion, or simply wish to feel completely at ease at any table — this session is transformative. Carmel's approach is always warm, practical, and entirely personalised to your situation.
What this session covers
Each session is tailored to your specific situation, goals, and the occasions you are preparing for.
* Place settings — formal, informal, and international
* Cutlery — correct order of use, resting and finishing positions
* Napkin etiquette and table behaviour
* Ordering, hosting, and being a gracious guest
* Wine, water, and toasting etiquette
* Business dining — conversation, phone use, paying the bill
* International dining customs and cultural awareness
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Every session is personal, practical, and built entirely around you.
