How to Eat Soup with Style—For Certified Etiquette Experts & Those Who Aspire to Be
Who out there loves to eat soup all year! Soup is one of my favorites meals and it helps us all to stay slim.
Today I am sharing all the details about the correct way to eat soup.
When it comes to elegance at the table, few things require more finesse than eating soup. It’s deceptively simple, yet so easy to spill—literally and figuratively. As certified etiquette experts (or soon-to-be!), it’s our job to teach the fine art of soup etiquette with wit, charm, and a dash of sophistication.
Whether you’re creating a manners program for children or adults, let’s dive into how to make soup etiquette both fashionable and fun.
Why Soup Etiquette Matters
In a world where business lunches and upscale dinners are more common than ever, knowing how to handle the soup course can make or break a first impression. Whether your students are children learning the basics or professionals preparing for high-stakes networking, teaching them to gracefully navigate a bowl of bisque can elevate their presence at the table.
Teaching Soup Etiquette to Adults: Making the Fanciest of Sips Seamless
The Spoonful Scoop: First, remind participants to sip from the side of the spoon. Here’s the trick—always spoon away from you. It’s a subtle movement that signals grace, control, and confidence.
No Slurping Allowed: Of course, this one’s a classic—no slurping. But here’s the twist: explain why! The sound isn’t just impolite; it’s a distraction from good conversation, and we want our table manners to encourage interaction, not detract from it.
What to Do with the Crackers? Crumbling crackers into the soup is perfectly acceptable for casual settings or at home, but the key is moderation. Crackers are a supporting role, not the star of the show. Consider using your bread plate as place for the crackers.
Teaching Soup Etiquette to Children: Fun and Flavorful!
Teaching soup etiquette to children can be both fun and educational. When teaching, consider making soup a playful yet enlightening experience for little ones.
Spoons are Cool Tools: Introduce the spoon as a “cool tool” that they get to use with style. Make it interactive! Demonstrate how to hold the spoon correctly—think thumb and index finger as the power players, gently scooping away from the body.
Cracker Craze: Let’s be real—kids love crackers. Show them how to break crackers gently (not crumble them into soup like confetti!) and to enjoy them in bites on the side if needed.
Making No Slurping Silly: Turn no-slurping into a game. Who can eat soup the quietest? This teaches kids to be mindful of sounds without feeling too strict about it.
This stylish and fun approach to soup etiquette will leave your students feeling both confident and empowered. Enjoy!
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