Thoughtful planning, cultural awareness and practical expectations help make Christmas and Hanukkah gift exchanges meaningful ...

Miss Manners tackles relatives who won't stay out of the kitchen, when to begin eating, and how to reply when guests imply ...

We've all been there. Someone hands you a glass of water at a toast and you freeze, unsure whether to raise it. Or maybe ...

Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes have their autumnal candles lit, their Thanksgiving plans set and the kids' penchant for political ...

The most important staples of car show etiquette include not touching the vehicles, asking before taking pictures, and ...

Dear Text Back: Well, I wouldn’t go so far as to label it an epidemic. But it’s true that texting etiquette – and texting ...

These days, proper holiday etiquette may mean something like a potluck. This rule isn’t exactly new, though. After all, Mama ...

In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to the age-old question of whether using fingers or utensils is correct for consuming delicate pastries at formal tea.

Every culture has its own set of dining expectations, but some restaurant etiquette rules are so unique they might catch even ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My husband and I purchased a new home -- hooray! It’s only 12 minutes down the road from where we ...

Please send your questions to Miss Manners at her website, www.missmanners.com; to her email, gentlereader@missmanners.com; ...

We spent a lot of time making this decision and we're happy with the puppy we got. Many people are horrified we'd consider ...