Manners Blog
Create a Beautiful Life in January as an Etiquette Expert
Creating a beautiful life involves a combination of many things, good habits, being intentional about it as well as an awareness. Creating beauty in our lives is easy - especially when we start to notice what is important to us. It is often the...
History of the Coupe Glass
Did you know there are seven shapes of champagne glasses? And the Coupe is my favorite. I love the style and shape of it. It also reminds me of the show, Mad Men! Coupe glasses (pronounced "coop") have wide, shallow bowls sitting on top of a stem....
A Loving Table
What is your favorite memory as a child? A vacation? An event? Playing games at home? This may not surprise you, for me it was our family meals. I have the fondest memories, of my mother’s fried chicken and sitting around with platters on the...
How to Be Refined
What can we do in our daily lives to return to the art of being refined? I recognize the world has changed. We are more casual than we have ever been. Adding a few small details can make us and others feel a bit more special. Today, I...
Tipping Etiquette
News Day (a New York based newspaper) recently asked my thoughts and observations about tipping. This is a very hot topic at the moment. Tipping Etiquette: What You Need to Know Right Now There is a new tipping culture and many are...
Thanksgiving Etiquette
Here are answers to our most frequently asked questions about Thanksgiving Etiquette. Remember, Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude and togetherness, so approach these etiquette questions with the aim of creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere...
Etiquette of Menu Cards
A menu card elevates a meal whether you are hosting a formal or informal gathering. If you want to up-level your dinner (or lunch) events, then add a Menu Card. Trust me, this will delight your guests. Not only does it add beauty and interest...
Your Etiquette Certification Questions Answered
Today, we have the answers to your most popular questions. Did you know you can schedule a time to speak with me? Many of you use this time to ask specific questions. We love all the phone calls and have complied a list of our most frequently...
Lisa Richey provides etiquette programs to businesses, schools, and individuals.
