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Overview

The Polished Dining Experience is more than a meal — it’s an invitation to elevate the way we gather around the table.
 

Whether you're preparing for a special event, hoping your children can practice manners in a real-world setting, or simply craving a meaningful experience with your favorite people, this private event brings timeless etiquette to life in the warm glow of hospitality.
 

Perfect for families, groups of friends, or corporate teams, this experience blends a refined three-course meal with professional guidance on modern table manners — all in a relaxed, private setting.
 

Held at the lovely Lititz Springs Inn, your group will enjoy a private dining room, a three-course meal, and an engaging etiquette lesson tailored just for you.
 

What’s Included

• A beautifully curated three-course meal (soup, entrée, and dessert)

• A 2-hour private etiquette lesson with time for questions and conversation

• A custom dining etiquette guidebook for each guest to take home

• Full coordination with the restaurant, including gratuity and service fees

• A warm, non-judgmental atmosphere that welcomes all experience levels
   

What You'll Learn

Guests will learn — and practice — modern table manners in a real dining setting, including:
 

• How to set a place and navigate a formal table

• Napkin placement and utensil use

• The art of polite conversation at the table

• How to gracefully manage soup, bread, and courses

• Dining dos and don’ts (for adults and kids!)

• Restaurant etiquette, ordering tips, and more
   

Pricing

• $550 for up to 4 guests

• $75 for each additional guest

• Includes meal, service fee, gratuity, printed etiquette guide, and instruction

• A $100 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your date

(Remaining balance is due the day before your experience.)
 

Lunch or Dinner

Available for lunch or dinner depending on your schedule and the restaurant’s availability.

• Lunch: typically available Thursday–Saturday

• Dinner: typically available Wednesday–Sunday evenings
   

Once your form is submitted, we’ll coordinate together to find the perfect time.
 

A Note from a Guest

"Thank you to Annie for providing such a wonderful experience for our family. She provided top notch service over a lovely formal dinner. We were all engaged from start to finish--including our kids-- and were able to polish our formal dining skills. I HIGHLY recommend Lancaster Modern Etiquette."
-LaShawn M.
 

How to Book

1. Fill out the interest form below.

2. Annie will reach out to confirm a date and answer any questions.

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