Dining and Entertainment Business entertainment is commonly conducted in restaurants. Business dinners are usually considered more of a social occasion and a good way to develop relationships. Spouses may or may not be invited to a business dinner. The small plate next to a dinner plate is for peelings removed from boiled potatoes. It is polite to eat everything served to you in a private home.
Table manners are the same as in England, only a bit more relaxed.
Refusing a drink can be perceived as insult in Ireland. Always buy your round of drinks. Dress Dress modestly and conservatively. Flashy colors and styles, white pants, nylon running jackets, etc. Tweeds, wools and subdued colors are recommended.