Knowing how to behave at meals isn't just about proper etiquette. Turns out, your table manners send coded messages about you ...

Do we have to invite them to join us at a restaurant at some point? If so, may we try to “dilute” them by inviting others?

DEAR MISS MANNERS: For my 40th birthday, my sister planned a bowling party. She is very organized, and pre-entered the names of all 12 guests into the lanes (two lanes, six people at each).

GENTLE READER: Your confidence that you are not required to reciprocate in your apartment, though technically correct, ...

A gracious letter, paired with a token present that shows you pay attention to their style, is perfect. Other than that, Miss ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: A pair of neighbors hosted my wife and me for an impromptu dinner, to which we contributed a nice salad.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: A pair of neighbors hosted my wife and me for an impromptu dinner, to which we contributed a nice salad.

Miss Manners suggests a compromise, but only for your more intimate friends: Ask one or two of them to keep you company while ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I have a good friend who is the polar opposite of me on politics, religion and almost every other subject.

However, we just learned that our companion intends to bring her extremely unruly “comfort” poodle -- not only to the opera, ...

In a world that, for the most part, still values respect, kindness, and empathy, instilling good manners in our children is ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am a young woman who was brought up by my parents to bring or send a gift to my host when I have been invited for a meal or a visit. I am in the fortunate and enviable ...