Q: Someone asked etiquette experts to name the rudest things you can do at Thanksgiving dinner… The #1 thing is: Using your phone.  Sharing a meal is about togetherness, and your phone takes you out of the moment…. What is the #2 rudest thing you can do at Thanksgiving dinner?

A: Bringing uninvited guests.  Even if you think there’s plenty to eat, it’s still rude.  If you want to bring someone last-minute, ask the host first.

3.  Criticizing the food.  It took hours to make.  So, thank the cook, even if it sucks.  Or at least don’t mention it.

4.  Salting the food before you at least taste it.  It’s an old-school rule, but some people still care.

5.  Showing up late.  Don’t be the person who makes people wait to eat.

If you want to be a REALLY good guest:  Arrive with a small gift for the host . . . offer to help, but make sure you let them lead . . . and keep conversations light and fun.  No politics.

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