What the fork? Modern table etiquette 101

Growing up we all had varying degrees of dinner table rules dictated by our parents. And now, as we’re all full-on adulting, we’re expected to know and conform to the universal laws of the dinner table. But what are the rules anyway? Here’s a little MPR context for you:

Plan the perfect kitchen tea in 2019

The kitchen tea (also sometimes known as a bridal shower) is a pre-wedding must. Right up there next to wedding dress fittings and cake tastings, kitchen teas form part of the traditional wedding checklist so many brides-to-be dream about. And she doesn’t have to lift a finger for it. All the planning falls to the […]

Glass act: How to choose the right glassware for an event

The right glassware complements the taste experience and, of course, the ambiance of the occasion – because drinking a premium red wine from the only clean mug available, just won’t do. Let’s start with the basics, the five pillars of a strong drinks menu; wine, champagne, cocktails, beer and whiskey.

Our guide to perfect table settings

Ah, table settings. The cause of that awkward moment when you reach for a side plate on the wrong side, or go to town on a course with the wrong fork at a formal dinner. Table settings can be tough to navigate as a guest, let alone when you actually have to plan them yourself.