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Jan 13, 2025 - 10:40 AM
Dinner napkins have their origins in ancient times, with the Greeks using pieces of dough called "apomagdalie" to wipe their hands, and the Romans using cloth called "mappa" for similar purposes. In the Middle Ages, napkins became more prevalent among the wealthy, evolving into more refined forms during the Renaissance with the introduction of linen napkins. By the 18th and 19th centuries, the use of napkins became widespread across various social classes, coinciding with the rise of formal dining etiquette.
