7. Observing tight table etiquette at all times
Reason: To display the royal family’s exquisite manners.
The exception is casual family get-togethers.
A meal is only one aspect of dining with the Royals; it’s also a ballet of grace, custom, and flawless manners. There’s an unwritten rule of behavior that requires the highest level of decorum to be seated at the royal table. Every motion, from knowing precisely where to set the silverware to picking up the last bits of food, is ingrained in history.
Observing tight table etiquette at all times Copyright: Samir Hussein/Getty Images
These table manners pay homage to the monarchy’s position as the pinnacle of British culture and centuries’ worth of royal customs, in addition to being a matter of decency. These etiquette rules hold true whether dining at a banquet in Buckingham Palace or abroad, signifying the Royal Family’s commitment to preserving their heritage.
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