Drinking Tips



Godzilla Dog (above), Small and Big’s Vice President of External Affairs, demonstrates proper table etiquette: Whilst slurping, keep thy tongue inside thine own drinking cup. Also, keep thy noggin inside thy cup.

It has been reported by major news outlets (this one) that Godzilla consults on table manners for The Boston Globe's equivalent of Miss Manners. Here’s a useful tip from a Miss Conduct bit:

Never sure which glass to drink from when seated with people on either side? Make “OK” signs with both hands, tip of index finger to thumb. Your left hand will look like a “b”—for bread—and your right like a “d”—for drink—to remind you where things go.

Finally, a use for opposable thumbs.

(More about Zilla Dog: Man And The Manchester Terrier)

Comments

Maureen said…
And here I thought you make OK signs to each of your table mates to signal that it's Okay to steal their drinks... silly me. *hic!*
January 23, 2008
P.L. Frederick said…
... and the Peace sign to signal that you're taking a piece of their cake.
January 23, 2008
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