SOCIAL GRACE IN A CHAOTIC WORLD

MISTER MANNERS SETS US STRAIGHT

If you’ve ever wondered whether society is getting ruder or you’re just getting older, this week’s episode has answers.

This week on Culinary Confidential, we welcome Thomas Farley, widely known as "Mister Manners." A nationally recognized etiquette authority and media commentator, Farley has spent decades helping people navigate the social, professional, and cultural moments that define modern life. His approach is contemporary and accessible, grounded in the idea that etiquette isn’t about memorizing rules but about understanding people.

WHAT WE’RE TALKING ABOUT

The conversation explores how etiquette has evolved—and in some cases, evaporated—in an age of constant distraction. Farley examines the shifting expectations around dining behavior, the blurring of public and private conduct on social platforms, and the new complexities of dating in a digital world. He also breaks down the changing norms of workplace professionalism, from email tone to meeting etiquette, and why these skills still matter. The discussion is candid, practical, and rooted in real scenarios that reveal how small choices shape larger impressions.

MEET THE HOST: CHRISTINA CATES

Culinary Confidential is hosted by Christina Cates, a seasoned hospitality professional with more than two decades of experience in New York City’s restaurant world. A graduate of The Art Institute of New York’s Restaurant Management program, she has held leadership roles at Tavern on the Green, The Palm, and Almond Tribeca. Her global perspective and deep industry knowledge shape conversations that are informed, engaging, and grounded in lived experience.

WHY LISTEN

This episode offers a thoughtful look at how we show up—at the table, at work, and in our relationships. Whether you’re interested in food culture, personal development, or the human side of hospitality, the conversation delivers clarity, context, and a few well-placed laughs.

TUNE IN

Airs Sunday, March 1 at 9 PM (Eastern)
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Replays available on Amazon, Apple, iHeart, Spotify, and more.

For more info, visit: https://culinaryconfidentialchristina.com/

Because if you can’t behave yourself at dinner, what hope is there for the rest of the day?

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