(Shanghai, November, 2014) Reinforcing its British heritage, The Langham, Xintiandi introduced British dining etiquette classes in the hotel in partnership with London-based The English Manner etiquette school. The first classes took place on 15 August, 2014 in the Chairman Suite, which made for a charming setting to host the British Afternoon Tea Etiquette Class and Royal British Fine Dining Etiquette Class.  The second class will take place on 22Nov, 2014.

Guests learnt the fundamentals of traditional British afternoon tea, proper deportment, correct tea service, pastry manners, duties as both a host and guest and much more at the British Afternoon Tea Etiquette Class.

At the Royal British Fine Dining Etiquette Class, guests learnt to orchestrate a dinner party with an aristocratic touch, learnt table settings, dining etiquette and social graces, as well as how to entertain guests and prepare invitations.

The classes were tutored by William Hanson, “the UK's leading etiquette and Royal protocol expert” as quoted by Financial Times, who is widely regarded as UK's freshest and most trusted authority on etiquette and protocol. His youth, coupled with his traditional values, makes him an unparalleled authority on modern manners.

Hanson is the author of the indispensible manual of modern-day social climbing, The Bluffer's Guide to Etiquette, which was released to high praise in January 2014. He has worked with VVIP households and trained politicians, business professionals and diplomats alike. In addition, he is also the world's only Guinness World Record-holding etiquette expert.

The first Langham Hotel opened in London in 1865 and was first to introduce English Afternoon Tea in a hotel. With its strong roots in British heritage, the hotel was famed for housing international royalty, dignitaries and celebrities including Winston Churchill, Oscar Wilde, Napoleon III and Diana, Princess of Wales. The Langham, Xintiandi aims to nurture its British roots in Shanghai through these etiquette classes.

As Hanson points out, the key to good manners is to make other people comfortable. Elegance is not only expressed to ourselves but also transmitted to others. The classes which were attended by business leaders and local celebrities received high affirmation and recognition as the guests increased their knowledge about good manners to be applied in their daily lives.

For class enquiries and bookings, email info@theimagecollective.com.cn or call (86) 1850 179 5427 / (86) 1391 671 9893. To reach the hotel, email tlxtd.info@langhamhotels.com or call (86 21) 2330 2288.

In Shanghai, all roads lead to Xintiandi, a collection of glamorous stores, international restaurants and historic Shikumen houses. The Langham, Xintiandi occupies a landmark building in the heart of Xintiandiand offers enchanting hospitality in an ambience of luxury and elegance along with modern technology suitable for both business and leisure travellers.

About The Langham, Xintiandi, Shanghai

Located in the elegant and lively Xintiandi district, the 24-storey luxury The Langham, Xintiandi is the flagship Langham property in China and features 357 elegant rooms including 23 suites with charming yet practical touches that have been a hallmark of The Langham since it was founded in 1865. 

The hotel offers the signature Chinese restaurant T'ang Court, the international all-day dining restaurant Cachet, the lifestyle bar XTD elevated, the Lobby Lounge that serves the signature Langham afternoon tea, the outdoor terrace Alfresco and the Martini Bar for evening drinks.

Guests can also experience pampering treatments in Chuan Spa, the signature spa of The Langham that is based on the healing properties of Traditional Chinese Medicine, or relax in the indoor pool and 24-hour Health Club. The Langham, Xintiandi features a modern high-ceiling grand ballroom and an additional 8 large meeting spaces that can be tailored to high-level events and meetings.

About Langham Hospitality Group

As the wholly-owned subsidiary of Great Eagle Holdings, Langham Hospitality Groupencompasses a family of distinctive hospitality brands which include hotels, residential serviced apartments, restaurants and spas, located on four continents. The Group currently owns and/or manages 21 hotels under The Langham, Langham Place, and Eaton brands with more than 30 hotel projects currently either confirmed or in a developed stage of negotiation from China through Asia and India to the Middle East. For reservations, please contact a travel professional or access the website at www.langhamhospitalitygroup.com.

About The English Manner

The English Manner is a unique British company providing international training and consultancy in contemporary etiquette, protocol, the arts, social skills, household and event planning.

Founded by Alexandra Messervy, formerly of the Royal Household of Her Majesty The Queen, in 2001, The English Manner gives worldwide personal development, cultural, hospitality and social skills training to an international clientele of all ages.

The English Manner incorporates the etiquette training side of the world-renowned Lucie Clayton Finishing School.

The English Manner has three main areas of expertise: etiquette tuition & learning, household management, and unique travel tours &programmes.

Through their continued work with only the best of tutors, partners & service providers they are able to provide an unparalleled service to a discerning clientele.

About The Image Collective

Founded in 2013, The Image Collective is a unique boutique firm focusing on providing world-class services to the highest standards and furnishing China's ever-increasing numbers of high-value consumers with the know-how sate their desire for quality of life.

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