French Eating Manners

Table manners are highly regarded in France so, it is important to know about French food manners.

In this Android app you will be introduced to some manners like:

>> You are expected to pass dishes around and to hold a dish so your neighbor can retrieve some of the meal.

>> When one begins a meal, they typically say “bon appétit” (enjoy your meal).

>> Dinner guests should not open their mouth or talk when eating and should gently wipe their mouth after taking a drink.

>> When someone finishes their meal, the fork and knife are placed side by side on the plate on the right or in the center of the plate.

>> At a restaurant, guests are generally not expected to share the bill.