Miss Manners: Is it always rude to correct someone’s manners?

Miss Manners addresses a reader's inquiry regarding whether correcting another person's bad manners is always considered rude. Additionally, the etiquette expert discusses the proper sequencing of drinks and food, specifically whether cocktails should be served before appetizers. She notes that cocktails often contain spirits and exotic ingredients that can overpower accompanying food, which influences the timing of their service during a gathering to ensure the flavors of the meal are not compromised.