Miss Dining Out? Here are 8 Ways to Bring the Restaurant Experience Home

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Equip Your Table

A relaxed meal is one where everything you need is laid out on the table and neither you nor anyone else has to play the role of a server throughout the meal. Condiments, napkins, dressing, sauces, serving utensils and drinks should all be within an arm’s reach. Keep a pitcher or two of iced water at the table, so you don’t have to get up every time you’re thirsty.