Oh No ... Which Drink Is Mine?

Question: Which drink is yours when dining?

Answer: Bread on the Left, Drink on the Right

b d

This is one of the first decisions at the dinner table because oftentimes, napkins are in the glass when you arrive at the table. Here is an easy tip to help you remember. Hold both hands in front of you; palms facing each other, using the tips of your thumb and forefinger, make circles on each hand. The remaining three fingers in each hand point upwards. Your left hand will form a “b” and your right hand will form a “d”. Bread (b) is on the left, and drink (d) is on the right. 

If your neighbor has already taken your bread plate or drink, quietly ask the waiter for another.