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What should I bring to a Portuguese house?
Gift-giving etiquette When invited to a Portuguese home for dinner, bring flowers, good quality chocolates or candy for the hostess. Do not bring wine unless you know which wines your hosts prefer. Also, count the number of flowers you bring; 13 is an unlucky number.
Do you take a gift to an open house?
The open house is hosted by the person who has the new home. Usually, the only gifts are food brought by the guests to be served during the party, but no gifts of any kind are expected and the host should have plenty of finger foods on hand for the party. Best wishes in your new home. Or contribute to the gift ideas.
What time is lunch and dinner in Portuguese culture?
Portuguese restaurants are usually open for lunch from 12:00 to 15:00. Dinner is served between 19:30 and 23:00 although there are always a few restaurants that are open until 02:00.
What should you wear to an open house?
When you are visiting an open house, you should dress appropriately. You don’t want to wear anything too revealing or clothes that are torn, stained, or otherwise damaged. A clean and neat appearance is always recommended.
What are the rules for being a house guest?
Here are 11 house guest etiquette rules to follow, no matter who you’re staying with or how long you plan to be there. (Trust us, this is how you get invited back). Make sure you clear your visit duration with the hosts as far in advance as possible—at their invitation, of course.
Do you arrive with a “hostess present?
Arriving with a “hostess present” in hand is one of the unspoken rules of entertaining. It can even be considered a test when wealthy or well-connected people invite you into their home for dinner. Did you arrive empty-handed?
What are some tips for a first-time dinner guest?
Pick up on other house rules—like whether you should take your shoes off or if you shouldn’t bring your phone to the dinner table—by being in tune with your hosts. Also, refrain from finishing the leftovers or milk (but if you do, replace it).
What are the new rules of dinner parties?
The new rules of dinner parties: don’t be on time – and bring more booze than you need. Formal dinners are over, but casual cooking for friends throws up a new set of dilemmas. Here is a foolproof etiquette guide for being a good host – and an ever better guest.