We might be tempted to think that medieval table manners were crude but in fact they were taken very seriously at medieval banquets.

MEDIEVAL BANQUET TABLE MANNERS

Table manners and general food etiquette were important to get right if a medieval banquet was to be a success. From the Lord of the manor, his family, friends and guests ... everyone was expected to know and use good table etiquette.

We plan to take a look at some of the essential table manners soon ...........