Steven Petrow

That old edict to never discuss politics or religion at the dinner table is passé, so how do you handle a right-wing family member? Mr. Manners pulls five options from under his napkin.

A personal remembrance on the impact of the gifted humorist.

If you’re planning a wedding, then Steven Petrow’s guide, The New Gay Wedding, is truly a practical primer for brides and grooms, their families and guests. Here’s an excerpt on how to handle wedding attire.

On the heels of the International HIV/AIDS Conference, Mr. Manners answers your top questions about sex etiquette when it comes HIV and other STDs.

In this week’s two-fer, Mr. Manners deals with a homophobic restaurant confrontation and answers a tricky etiquette question: Can you refer to a lesbian couple as Mrs. and Mrs.? You’ll be surprised.

This week Mr. Manners tackles the very delicate challenge of how to lose someone at a bar or club – politely, of course.