26 Aug Ask (the Real) Jeeves
I was perusing the aisles of Barnes & Noble yesterday, and found a little gem that I’ve decided to use in creating some of the content for my upcoming Bachelor’s Boot Camp™ podcast and classes. Who better to consult on the topic of etiquette and service than Jeeves himself? Arthur Inch is a trained butler and consultant for royalty, movies (he worked on Gosford Park) and those who need to know the niceties of dining, so certainly he can help me. His book, Dinner is Served: An English Butler’s Guide to the Art of the Table, is full of instruction on everything from setting a table to eating zabaglione, so I look forward to sharing some of his gems as I work my way through the book.
Now, of course I do not expect the bachelors of America to start placing finger bowls on the table, but having a solid grasp of the protocol enables one to feel confident at table, so it’s important to know the basics, methinks. Stay tuned for my updates as I progress.