Minding Manners International

For more than 20 years, across 80+ countries, we have been training the world’s leading international etiquette and protocol consultants in:
* International Protocol & Diplomacy
* International Social Etiquette & Savoir Vivre
* International Business Etiquette & Cross-Cultural Awareness
* International Youth Etiquette & Character Education
 
Once a year we offer all four sessions back-to-back and will be commencing on 21st October. We love welcoming back our returning consultants and would be delighted to welcome you too.
 
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Hello everyone. I am currently studying Anthropology at University of Cambridge (online) and today we were analysing the cultural role food plays in human behaviour. We just completed this quiz and I thought you may enjoy it. Best wishes, Tamiko

Mind Your Manners: Can You Ace This Food Etiquette Quiz? From formal dining to cultural taboos, take our test to prove you’re no dinner table dunce – no matter where you are in the world

Back to School has always been my favourite time of year. It’s a fresh start with endless opportunities! As one who was not generally excited by technology, I have come to appreciate the access it gives us to a world of continuing education that can be moulded around other family, business and life commitments. This year my online educational challenge will be the study of anthropology, with a focus on further enhancing an appreciation for the variability in human social organisation and developing an even deeper understanding of how different cultural groups respond to global issues.

Anyone who knows me knows how deeply my passion runs for intercultural communication and so this back-to-school year, I very much look forward to distilling more of the complex concepts that inspire the parameters around the way we think, behave, negotiate, resolve conflict, interact and build relationships with people from different backgrounds and cultures. With this, I shall continue to develop our teams so that we can continue to support our clients with the most extensive range of international business etiquette and protocol consulting knowledge.

For those of you who are also fired up about intercultural etiquette and further developing your skills, perhaps one of our one-week Train-the-Trainer/Certification courses could be the start of your exciting journey. If so, I would love to welcome you to one of the following courses in London:

October 21 - 25
International Youth Etiquette Certification
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October 27 - November 2
International Social Etiquette Certification
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November 11 - 15
International Business Etiquette Certification
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November 18 – 22
International Protocol & Diplomacy Certification

*Online options and France-based residential options are available for some of the above trainings.

Whatever you have planned for the school year ahead, I wish you an exciting journey!

Following a year of dreams, plans and renovations, we are delighted to finally share with you our newest member of the Minding Manners International Family: Le Manoir ()

Le Manoir is a unique French International Finishing School and Etiquette Retreat located in southwest France.

Join us for six days of French art de vivre where you will immerse yourself in the culture, etiquette and cuisine of France whilst residing in our charming 18th century Manor House.

- French etiquette and savoir-vivre
- Formal and informal entertaining
- Gastronomy and French cooking
- Les arts de la table
- Michelin starred dining and French table manners
- Oenology and wine appreciation
- French afternoon tea
- French fashion and haute couture
- Women artists of French Impressionism
- French opera and classical music appreciation
- French and intercultural business communication
- Chateau and vineyard tours
- Local market visits ..and much more

At Le Manoir you will be more than a student, you will be our country house guest. Relaxed elegance, traditional charm and modern comforts create a unique ambiance for learning, sharing and enjoying French etiquette and art de vivre.

Join us for The French Touch® in June or September. A bientôt.

Food, Culture and Manners

Etiquette is more important today than ever before as we interact with others from around the world. Everyone knows that we must respect other cultures but at Minding Manners International, we believe that respect should extend beyond mere tolerance and as such, delve into a deeper, more profound understanding of other cultures. That is why each of our Train-The-Trainer/Certification programmes is infused with numerous international dining tutorials, where we address cultural identity, customs, and manners through food traditions.

Culture is influenced by food through various means, for instance history, tradition, religion, geography, and family. Each of these components contribute to making us unique…different not only in terms of the seen, but also in terms of the unseen. By understanding a culture’s food traditions, we can better understand more about their values, which in turn will heighten our appreciation and allow us to develop the actions and thoughts that display our respect in the most honourable way.

Join us as we discover exquisite cuisines and dining etiquette customs in the Arab Middle East, China, England, France, Italy, Japan, Russia and the USA.

- Tamiko Brown-Zablith

We are deeply saddened by the death of HM Queen Elizabeth II and extend our sincerest condolences. She was, and remains, loved by the nation as well as those near and far.
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Her eldest son Charles is now King, having acceded to the throne immediately upon her death.

The Queen was a highly respected Monarch in the United Kingdom and around the world due to the great leadership she embodied. Her Majesty’s deep devotion to public and voluntary engagement was captured in her words, "I have to be seen to be believed."

The Queen trusted that to be a great leader, she must lead by example. She stood out with her work ethic, respect for different points of view, elegance, and compassion.

In one of her speeches, Her Majesty encouraged us to make a difference in the world with kindness, “On our own, we cannot end wars or wipe out injustice, but the cumulative impact of thousands of small acts of goodness can be bigger than we imagine.”