Instruction begins with receiving the latest book from Polite Society School of Étiquette entitled,
The Art of Timeless Étiquette, Graceful Dining Manners, & Afternoon Tea. With beautiful
photographs, exquisite china, and gleaming silver, this updated book features Social Graces,
Étiquette History, Introduction Methods, Entertaining Guidelines, Correspondence Protocol,
History of Tableware, Dining out Manners, American and Continental Style Dining, Appropriate
Dress Attire, Personal Care and Home Management, History of Tea, Types of Tea, Tea Pairings
and Tastings, Afternoon Tea in England, Tea Food Dining Instructions, and Formalities for
Preparing a “Proper” Afternoon Tea. It also presents the reader with illustrations for formal,
informal, and family style table settings, and explains the difference between Continental and
American Style dining. It provides instructions on the proper way to consume soups, beverages,
tea, coffee, and various difficult foods.
Please join Ms. Petrotta in this exciting and instructional presentation masterclass that will
provide rules for living in our society and enable students to feel comfortable and confident in all
social situations. Incorporated in the curriculum are all aspects of étiquette to enhance one’s
lifestyle in the social and business world. Together these elements form the foundation for
elegant living. As an added bonus to this course, students will learn the history of the tea plant
(Camellia Sinensis). This precious plant reached the shores of Europe and America and became
the most sought-after commodity. From brewing tea to tea blends, this course will present
information on types of tea, tea and health, tea blends, tea pairings, storing tea, brewing tea, and
tea equipage. Students will learn all the essentials of tea étiquette including how to serve tea and
how to prepare, serve, and dine with savories, scones, and petits fours.

Click on instructor link for biography; ages 12+ with adult.