When traveling in Europe it's good to know the local customs, especially when dining out. That means knowing how to hold your knife and fork the right way.
Many cooks use wine corks in their recipes because of an Italian wives' tale that says adding a cork to a pot of tough meat or fish will make it more tender.
High tea is the British tradition of drinking tea while sitting in high-backed chairs at a table full of plated items such as cold meats, salads, and teacakes.