Why This Workshop Matters
Dining is never just about food — it's about presence, confidence, and connection.
- Unsure which fork or glass to use?
- Nervous about hosting clients, joining formal dinners, or attending events?
- Want to enjoy the company without worrying about small mistakes?
This workshop transforms uncertainty into elegance, mastery, and ease.
Whether you're a professional preparing for business dinners, a couple seeking a refined evening out, a cultural explorer curious about traditions, or simply someone who values confidence at the table — this masterclass is for you.
What You Will Achieve
By the end of the evening, you'll:
- Feel confident in any Western dining setting.
- Project refinement and ease at professional and social events.
- Strengthen your presence and make memorable impressions.
- Enjoy the table experience fully, focusing on conversation and connection rather than etiquette worries.
What You'll Learn
- Table Introductions & Greetings — how to introduce yourself and greet with elegance at the table.
- Seating & Chair Etiquette — seating etiquette: arriving alone, as a couple, or with children; chair etiquette — how to pull out a chair for others and yourself.
- Napkin & Table Setup — napkin etiquette: placement, timing, and pauses during the meal; placement of bread plates, glasses, and personal belongings.
- Cutlery Mastery — proper use of cutlery for each course; filleting fish and eating meat dishes with refinement; signals with cutlery to communicate with waiters.
- Dining Grace — passing dishes, condiments, salt & pepper with grace; restaurant etiquette — who enters first, who pays, tipping with elegance.
- Social Skills — handling awkward situations: sneezing, dropped utensils, or finding a bone in your dish; creating and maintaining polite conversation throughout the meal; the joy of learning together — with your spouse, family, or friends.
The Dining Experience
Your evening includes a 5-course dinner prepared by Pearl East Chef:
- Soup
- Appetizer
- Grilled Branzino with Scallions and Ginger
- Steak with Asparagus and Black Pepper Sauce
- Dessert
⚠ Alcohol is not included.
All lessons are woven seamlessly into the dining experience, making etiquette learning both practical and enjoyable.
Who This Workshop Is For
- Professionals who attend business dinners, events, and high-level meetings.
- Couples seeking to add excitement and refinement to their evenings together.
- Friends & Colleagues sharing a meaningful and unique night out.
- Singles meeting like-minded people who value self-improvement.
- Cultural explorers curious about global traditions and the art of dining etiquette.
Event Details
- Date & Time: August 30th at 5:30 PM
- Location: Pearl East, Manhasset (private room)
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Capacity: 12 participants only — highly limited and intimate
- $205 — includes dinner + interactive masterclass
- Dress code: Elegant casual
Closing Invitation
Refine your dining etiquette. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of learning and connection. Transform dinner time into a stage where you shine with confidence.
Reviews
★★★★★Seamless Confidence. "We had the most wonderful experience yesterday at Irina's etiquette class. It was such a special evening spent together as a family, learning and enjoying the beautiful art of dining etiquette. Irina guided us with so much grace and knowledge, making every detail feel meaningful and easy to understand. It was not only educational but truly enjoyable. Knowledge is power, and it's never too late to learn and grow. We're so grateful for this experience and highly recommend it to anyone who values elegance, refinement, and self-improvement. Thank you, Irina!"
— Lana, Shear Bliss Salon
★★★★★A Refined Evening. "Attending etiquette class with my husband and 3 boys, ages 19, 17 and 12 was one of the most impactful experiences we've shared together as a family, all gratitude to our wonderful Irina. All of us enjoyed it very much. It was not only learning the proper use of utensils but Irina demonstrated that it boosted their confidence in all situations. It is something you will always be glad you did and without realizing it you will use it everyday. Thank you for the terrific class, Irina."
— Gina Gabriel