Martha Stewart presents an evocative formal tablescape, showing how a thoughtfully designed table can transform an evening ...

A formal place setting has a standard way to arrange silverware, plates, and glasses. The fork goes on the left, and the glasses on the right.

It seems like Americans are becoming more casual with each generation that comes of age. We’ve found formal living and dining rooms to be unnecessary, wearing jeans at the office has become the norm, ...

Setting a gorgeous dinner table is an art—and a science, according to the pros—which actually makes it a lot easier to understand and action yourself. While there is creative freedom in putting ...

Serving Strategy | Buffet or seated? Save formal seated dining for Christmas or New Year’s Day celebrations. Entertaining experts say Thanksgiving Day — with its comfort foods and football games — is ...

As thankful as I am, as we all are, to be able to gather once again this fall with friends and family, and to not have to eat Thanksgiving dinner outside while sitting six feet apart, wearing masks ...