This is our first episode of Tia & Talia’s Tips and Tidbits! We hope you enjoy watching!
We had the pleasure of learning how to set a table and eat properly with etiquette expert, Elaine Swann. Elaine is the founder of The Swann School of Protocol in Carlsbad, CA.
It was fun to get dressed up and sit down to a fancy table. We learned how to fold our napkins in different ways and where to place our silverware, plates and cups. We also learned the proper way to hold our forks and use our napkins to wipe our mouths (make sure you keep your napkin on your lap to catch any crumbs!). Elaine also explained why people stick out their little pinky when drinking from a teacup…can you guess why? You’ll have to watch the video to find out!
Our dad always tells us to pretend we are eating with the queen. That’s exactly how it felt to be eating with Elaine. Thank you Elaine for showing us how to be proper ladies at the dinner table! These are skills that we will have forever (at least our parents hope we will!).
If you are looking for some etiquette tips or classes, check out The Swann School of Protocol in Carlsbad, CA. She teaches classes and camps for kids and teenagers, ages 7-17.
Thank you Elaine!
Elaine Swann has ben heralded as the “Emily Post of the digital age” by the New York Times. She is one of the top recognized etiquette and lifestyle expert in the country. Founder of The Swann School of Protocol, Elaine is committed to enrichment of individual lives through her etiquette and social instruction. Elaine has appeared on all the major TV networks including CNN, The TODAY Show, FOX Network, E! Entertainment, Huffington Post Live, Inside Edition, TruTV and more.
