We've all been to fancy restaurants but let's face it—it's confusing when you have multiple utensils!
What's the difference between the salad fork and the dinner fork? And why the heck is the bread knife placed apart from the other knives?
When you're royalty, dining comes with a completely different set of expectations and rules. Even Queen Helena (played by Elizabeth Hurley) of The Royals, the exciting new series that centers around a fictional modern-day British monarchy, practically blows her lid when her teacup is served without a proper saucer!
We've put together the rules for dining like a royal. After this, you'll be well-rehearsed in the ways of dinner etiquette and people just might mistake you for a member of the royal family!
Do not switch knives and forks.
The English never switch their knives and forks, keeping their knives on the right and their forks on the left. After finishing their meal, the knife and fork are laid parallel to each other across the right of the plate.
Start from the outside and work your way in.
The salad fork is located to the furthest left spot, while the soup spoon is located to the furthest right. Always start with the outside utensils first, then work your way in towards your dinner fork and dinner knife.
Keep your hands in your lap.
When you aren't eating or using your silverware, hands should never be placed on the table. They are to remain in your lap.
Pass dishes to your left.
Never pass dishes to your right; they always go in the opposite direction when passing a plate down.
Seating is arranged according to level of importance.
The head of the table is where the person with the most honored position sits, with individuals of greatest importance seated to the left and then the right of the head of the table. If a couple is hosting, they each sit at opposite ends of the table.
Maintain your posture and rest between bites.
Never lower your head down to eat. Bring your utensil to your mouth, then rest your cutlery on your plate or bowl between bites. When finished, place them together at the central bottom part.
Don't point your utensils.
Don't gesture towards others with your cutlery and quietly set them down when not in use. Refrain from scraping your plate or bowl to prevent causing a disturbance at the table.
Maintain your space.
Always leave your fellow dining companions ample elbow space and do not reach over them. Always ask for something to be passed in your direction.
E!'s new scripted series The Royals premieres March 15 at 10 p.m.! Follow The Royals on Twitter and Facebook for the latest updates!