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  • You start with soup first. You don't need to worry as someone will serve you dinner in the right order.
  • When in doubt, look at the order in which the utensils are displayed, from the outside going toward the plate. That will normally give you the necessary clue.
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Soup is the first to be served at a formal dinner and the soup bowl should be put on a plate and served to guests.

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