6 Weird Etiquette Rules and Their Surprising Origins | The Tea | Southern Living

Making an effort to showcase good etiquette is important here in The South. We found 6 of the strangest etiquette rules and their shocking origins. So in this episode of The Tea, Ivy Odom reveals 6 of the weirdest etiquette rules and the surprising history behind them that you've probably never known. Which of these rules do you subscribe to when it comes to displaying good manners?
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0:00 Introduction
0:32 Pass the pork to the left
1:18 French kissing
2:13 Southern secrets
3:04 Northern Etiquette Lesson
3:54 Victorians wouldn't ask directions
4:40 Roman blessing
5:42 Conclusion
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Thanks for watching! Let us know which etiquette rules you abide by in the comments below.

[@barbramighall4518]

I just adore these "Tea" episodes! So fun!

[@southernliving]

Yay! Glad to hear that you're enjoying the episodes!

[@loris5563]

Don’t wish to be Victorian, but really enjoy watching the show Victoria. 😊

[@spacecalander]

Indeed i feel i am from Victorian times. Steampunk, Dickens, Corsets! Yes

[@tonyawykle4966]

Hello southern living, have a great day. Xoxo ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😘💖 princess

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You too!!

[@meherubaali]

Disguised tea? Have mercy 😅