The Art of Modern Dining

Private training will be held in the SF Bay Area, California, and tailored to your needs. However, if you don’t have specific requirements, we will follow the agenda outlined below.

Curriculum

1. Understanding the Table Layout
- The Table Layout as a Roadmap
- Understanding the Arrangement on the table
- Purpose-Driven Design
2. Napkin Etiquette
- Proper Timing and Placement
- Using the Napkin Correctly
- Maintaining Cleanliness and Poise
3. Soup Etiquette
- Proper Soup Handling
- Resting and Finishing Etiquette
- Bread and Soup Coordination
4. Salad Etiquette
- Proper Utensil Use and Handling
- Graceful Eating Practices
- Utensil Placement for Pausing and Finishing
5. The Main Course Etiquette
- Proper Handling of Steak Utensils
- Dining Styles and Cutting Techniques
- Utensil Placement and Finishing Etiquette
6. Dessert Etiquette
- Proper Use of Dessert Utensils
- Techniques for Eating Different Desserts
- Resting and Finishing Utensil Placement

Summary:

$350
Offline
1 hour

What I loved most about Olha’s training was how up-to-date and practical it felt. This wasn’t old-fashioned or outdated—everything she covered applied directly to real-life situations, from business dinners to casual brunches. The content felt fresh, relatable, and useful.

Jane D

Olha doesn’t just teach you what fork to use—she tells you why it matters. That made all the difference for me. Understanding the meaning behind certain gestures or traditions helped me feel confident, not just memorized. It’s etiquette with purpose, and I loved that.

Dora

Olha has a natural gift for teaching. She made everything feel easy to grasp without ever oversimplifying it. Her presence is warm and professional, and the way she guides you through each detail is both graceful and clear. I learned so much and actually had fun doing it.

Nadia