Master the Continental Fork & Knife Etiquette 🍴

Learn the Continental way of holding a fork and knife as part of proper dining etiquette!

-- What’s the "Continental" or "European" Style?

Even though it’s referred to this way, it’s used in most parts of the world--except, of course, the US. The important difference is that both the fork and the knife are held in both hands throughout the meal.

-- How are the fork and knife held?

For the knife, just like with the American method, the handle should be cradled in your palm. The index finger should be slightly extended, resting on top of the base of the plate to give you that pressure and controllability. The fork is held in the non-dominant offhand.

The other option is to hold the fork tines-down with the index finger extended, allowing you to push down when needed.

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