Or rather, in a formal service á la russe the dessert cutlery shouldn't be on the table before dessert is served. (I know at least one person who insist on at least the formality of all associations with earlier courses, including condiments, are cleared before dessert is served. Incidently, that's the origin of the word "dessert", desservir la table.)
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Or rather, in a formal service á la russe the dessert cutlery shouldn't be on the table before dessert is served. (I know at least one person who insist on at least the formality of all associations with earlier courses, including condiments, are cleared before dessert is served. Incidently, that's the origin of the word "dessert", desservir la table.)
In less formal dining, above the plate.