PUT THE FORK DOWN AND MOVE AWAY FROM THE TABLE!

(The title is supposed to be a play on the expression police officers use when stopping a suspect in a car.)

I thought traffic on the New Jersey Turnpike was bad!

Did you ever go to a reception where people just camped themselves in front of the buffet and don't move!?

Maybe it is just me but between the immovable feeders and the the children pushing by you to get to the food, it is enough to make me lose my appetite.

Are people that hungry that they can't wait in line a minute or two to satisfy their appetite?

The answer is NO.

Reception Etiquette

1. Take only as much food as you will eat.
2. Wait your turn.
3. After taking your portion, move away from the buffet table.
4. If seats are available, eat your food while sitting down.
5. Try not to have your food end up hitting someone's elbow.

http://www.kosheretiquettte.com

Additional suggestions are welcome