I dont get it. Why invite people to dinner if they have to bring an users manual to decipher the usage of the various cutlery. The other day I was at this place with silverware lined up six deep and an assortment of sauces and napkins. The fish was hell of bony, so I dug in with my fingers (less work for the dishwasher). Most of the folks seemed to be playing "follow the leader" and pretending to know what they were doing. The only folks comfortable with the gizmos seemed to be the old folks who must have picked it up from the boring TV channels in a retirement home. However, when I dug in my folks pretended not to notice but the other tables gasped as if watching Venus undress and smeared their eyebrows with tartar sauce in an effort to shield their eyes from the horrifying sight. Is there anyway of eating a bony fish properly without having to knit a sweater with ones fork. I see these same fellows drink wine out of a plastic cup outside. What a deal.
2007-03-04 05:00:58 · 9 answers · asked by Kaliyug Ka Plato 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Bony fish is hard to enjoy anyway. Here in Hawaii, they do eat it with there fingers even at the restaraunt. Just enjoy!! Btw, you have a great way with words...very amusing. :0)
2007-03-04 05:13:44 · answer #1 · answered by lavachk1 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Despite your well worded bravado, the very fact that you posted this question might suggest that you now feel a bit embarrassed by your behavior. The best solution for that is to learn the proper use of dining utensils. Remember that learning is a life-long project. Playing "follow the leader" is a pretty good way to learn. And its ok to eat slowly until you get the hang of it.
By the way, the very purpose of etiquette is to make those around you comfortable. You may not have done the best job of it. But neither did those who gasped and looked down their noses at you.
2007-03-04 11:38:17 · answer #2 · answered by Tom K 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Reading this I'm laughing out loud. I can visualize it! I am screaming!!
Love, what you did hits me the same as if an adult were speaking to you and burped in the middle of a word. When I was a child...& when in Rome...
Anyhoo, there is a way and that way is to practice at home every now and then.
And yes I've seenn people who would not dare to drink from from plastic...but who had to urinate so badly...well you get it....
2007-03-04 05:11:35 · answer #3 · answered by ink! 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Haha. Well, next time so you don't embarrass your folks, you might try using a fork. Using the wrong fork would be better than using your fingers.
EDIT: Look at this:
http://www.chefalbrich.com/etiquette/proper_place_setting.htm
According to that page, there is supposed to be a special fish fork.
2007-03-04 05:03:44 · answer #4 · answered by KATYA 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NEVER!!!!!!!!
As far as the table setting, always start with the utensils farthest out from the plate, bowl, etc. When finished with the particular course, place the utensils used across the back of the plate to alert the server to remove the setting. If you need another fork, knife, etc, simply ask the server for it. It's simple, and never "hi-falutin!"
2007-03-04 05:07:21 · answer #5 · answered by NJGuy 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Dig those fingers in and enjoy. I believe in manners and being polite, but sometimes you just have to break a rule and enjoy your fish!!!
2007-03-04 05:09:43 · answer #6 · answered by Kat 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just eat and drink however you like.
Eff the rest of the world.
2007-03-04 05:07:26 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Bad idea. If u want people to think u're a hobo.
2007-03-04 05:06:07 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
How HORRIFYING! No, it's NOT okay in public! (Of course, if you're not sure, you should ask a friend about this.)
2007-03-04 11:22:29 · answer #9 · answered by Angel 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋