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The diagram above is the standard formal place setting. As with anything, use it as a guide. Part of our philosophy is that we want to put our personal stamp on occasions so we don't follow the rules too closely. But there is a method in this madness. The utensils are positioned to be used from the outside in. When being seated at a formal dinner, the first thing you want to do is put your napkin on your lap. If you must leave the table for any reason, put the napkin on your chair. When you are finished, place the napkin on the table. This is a signal to clear your place.
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