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Re: Turn the tables

Posted by Bruce Kahl on November 29, 2007

In Reply to: Turn the tables posted by Marilyn on November 29, 2007

: Re 'Turn the tables' - I was told by someone who seemed to be well-informed that this originates from the days when the top of the table had 2 sides for use - one you would prepare the meal on and this was rough and then you would turn the table - use the good polished side to serve the meal on. Any thoughts / knowledge / comments?

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