Thanksgiving’s two days away, and it kicks off a whole
season of dinner parties. Over the next few weeks you’ll likely be dining at
least once or twice with family or friends. There’s lots of advice on how to
host these events, but not much about being a good guest. So here goes:
RSVP early. It’s impossible to plan unless you know how many
to plan for. For the same reason, don’t bring last-minute, unexpected guests without
clearing it with the host.
If you want to bring a dish, ask first to avoid duplicating
something on the menu, and bring serving utensils.
If you haven’t been asked to bring anything and you don’t like
to show up empty-handed, bring a beverage or better yet, flowers.
Come on time.
Ignore your phone.
Keep the conversation light. This isn’t time to discuss politics
or your most recent surgery.
Remember to thank the host. Even better, offer to help with
the dishes.
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