What are the usual drinks served before dinner?
The most popular drinks among Dominicans are Scotch whisky on the rocks or with soda water, and cocktails mixed with rum, vodka or gin. All the usual spirits, however, should be available. Red and white wine is commonly on hand for the ladies. How long do these affairs last? When should we leave? A dinner party will last about three hours. Once the coffee and liqueurs have been served, you may leave at any time. If the host presses you to stay and you are so inclined, do so. Note that if the dinner is held in honor of someone, the other guests should not leave until the honored guest does so. It is correct to leave at the same time as this person. Is it customary to give the hostess a thank you call or note the day after? Your hostess will especially appreciate a note or a call from you if you were the honored guest. This is a pleasantry that any hostess would appreciate but it is not de rigueur. Is it customary to bring the hostess a bottle of wine or flowers? Again, it is not the cus
