Proper Table Setting Etiquette



46691550Lyric HoltRyan MattisonGeorge Montgomery 0100000Lyric HoltRyan MattisonGeorge Montgomery left250002514600Proper Table Setting Etiquette 900007300Proper Table Setting Etiquette rightcenterTable of Contents TOC \o "1-3" \h \z \u Chapter 1 PAGEREF _Toc246079811 \h 5Introduction PAGEREF _Toc246079812 \h 5Chapter 2 PAGEREF _Toc246079813 \h 6Setting a formal dinner table at home PAGEREF _Toc246079814 \h 6Choosing your silverware XE "silverware" type PAGEREF _Toc246079815 \h 6Choosing your silverware XE "silverware" style PAGEREF _Toc246079816 \h 6Choosing which silverware XE "silverware" pieces you will need for the dinner PAGEREF _Toc246079817 \h 6Decide how many settings you will need for the dinner PAGEREF _Toc246079818 \h 6Placing the dinner plate XE "plate" , soup bowl, and napkin XE "napkin" on the table PAGEREF _Toc246079819 \h 6Dinner plate XE "plate" setting for pre-portioned food PAGEREF _Toc246079820 \h 6Dinner plate XE "plate" setting for self-serving PAGEREF _Toc246079821 \h 7Setting the forks on the dinner table PAGEREF _Toc246079822 \h 7Setting the knives XE "knives" on the dinner table PAGEREF _Toc246079823 \h 8Chapter 3 PAGEREF _Toc246079824 \h 9Materials and Methods for Setting a Formal Dinner Table PAGEREF _Toc246079825 \h 9Utensils PAGEREF _Toc246079826 \h 9Glasses PAGEREF _Toc246079827 \h 11Tableware PAGEREF _Toc246079828 \h 12TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PAGEREF _Toc246079829 \h 17INDEX PAGEREF _Toc246079832 \h 18Chapter 1IntroductionSetting the table makes a nice canvas for having a beautiful meal. When having company over for special occasions, the setting of the table is meant to look extraordinary and makes the experience exceptional. In today’s world, people are so busy with work and extracurricular activities that they don’t find the time to set the table so they might forget the proper etiquette on how to set a table. Well fortunately, it is easy to learn. There are two ways to set a table, the formal way for a fancy dinner or for large company and the informal way for everyday dinner.? Here is a quick guide on how to set a dining table the formal way. The utensils on the outside will be the ones the guests use first. Forks will be placed on the left and the knives XE "knives" on the right. The blade section of the knife XE "knife" will face towards the plate XE "plate" itself. If there is going to be wine it will be in order of water glass XE "glass" , white wine, red wine, then the champagne.Chapter 2Setting a formal dinner table at homeChoosing your silverware XE "silverware" typeSilverware comes in a variety of types. The most common are the continental, dinner, and place types. Continental silverware XE "silverware" is often used for formal dinner settings. This type is preferred for formal dinners because of its elegance and longer size. These factors help continental silverware stand out from the more common dinner and place types. The dinner type typically includes larger forks; this is used for casual dinners and meals. The place silverware is the standard type used in most households for basic meals. Choosing your silverware XE "silverware" styleSilverware comes in many styles. The most common of these styles include modern, classic, and artistic. These styles differ only in appearance. When selecting one of these styles, you should choose the one that best fits the other décor of the dinner. For example, if your tablecloth and china have a simple design, then the modern style would be more appropriate. Choosing which silverware XE "silverware" pieces you will need for the dinnerA typical formal dinner will include numerous pieces of silverware XE "silverware" that are designed for one type of food. For example, a dessert fork XE "fork" would be used for cakes and pies, but a dinner fork is used for pastas and meats. After you have planned your meal, then you should decide which pieces of silverware will be present on your dinner table.Decide how many settings you will need for the dinnerIt is important that every guest receives the same dinner settings. This will make the dinner appear more formal, as well as assuring that no one feels left out. If possible, try to make a list of those attending before the night of the dinner. If this is not possible, then it is recommended that you have a few extra place settings in case your guests bring friends or family. Make sure these extra settings are of the same type and style as your other silverware XE "silverware" .Placing the dinner plate XE "plate" , soup bowl, and napkin XE "napkin" on the tableThe dinner plate XE "plate" will serve as the base setting for the dinner. Each dinner plate should be at least one foot from the next dinner plate to make room for the silverware XE "silverware" and drinks. The dinner plates should be a few inches from the edge of the table to give the guest a comfortable eating space.Dinner plate XE "plate" setting for pre-portioned foodIf you plan to have pre-portioned food for your guests, then place an artfully folded cloth napkin XE "napkin" where the dinner plate XE "plate" would otherwise go. Your guests may then take their plate to a spot with one of these napkins XE "napkins" when they choose.Dinner plate XE "plate" setting for self-servingIf your guests will be determining their own servings, then the dinner plates should be placed on the table in their appropriate places before guests arrive. Place one artfully folded napkin XE "napkin" about six inches to the left of each dinner plate XE "plate" . This will allow space for the forks in between the napkin and the dinner plate. If soup is going to be served, then put a soup bowl on top of each dinner plate. If a different appetizer will be served, then put an appetizer plate on top of each dinner plate. If soup will not be served, then you may place an origami-folded napkin on top of the empty dinner plate. Only do so if you have the skills to fold origami; otherwise, leave the napkin artfully folded to the left of the dinner plate. Setting the forks on the dinner tablePlace the dinner fork XE "fork" about two inches to the left of the dinner plate XE "plate" . Arrange the dinner fork so that the prongs are facing away from the guest. The curve of the prongs on the dinner forks should be facing up so that they are not making contact with the table. Place the salad fork about one inch to the left of the dinner fork. XE "fork." The salad fork should be arranged the same way as the dinner fork. The two forks should be parallel to each other. The bottom ends of the two forks may be aligned, but this is not necessary. The salad fork should now be located about one to two inches from the cloth napkin XE "napkin" . Only use the salad fork XE "fork" if salad or another appetizer will be served. If the salad fork is not needed, then you do not need to place it on the table. You may then place the cloth napkin a few inches closer to the dinner fork.Setting the knives XE "knives" on the dinner tablePlace the dinner knife XE "knife" about two inches to the right of the dinner plate XE "plate" . Arrange the dinner knife so that the blade of the knife is facing the dinner plate. The dinner knife should also be placed parallel to the forks on the left side of the dinner plate. The fish knife will be placed about one inch to the right of the dinner knife. It should be arranged in the same way as the dinner knife. The bottoms of the two knifes may be aligned, but this is not necessary. If you choose to align the knives XE "knives" , then make sure that they are aligned with the bottoms of the aligned forks as well. If the fish knife is not needed, then you do not need to place it on the dinner table. The bread knife will be placed on top of the bread plate. Arrange the bread knife so that most of the knife is contained within the borders of the bread plate. The placement of the bread plate will be discussed in a later section. The bread knife XE "knife" and bread plate are not shown in this step.Chapter 3Materials and Methods for Setting a Formal Dinner TableBefore you set your dinner table, you need to choose a type of silverware XE "silverware" that fits the occasion. Silverware can come in a variety of types including continental, dinner, and place. The continental type is suggested for a formal dinner. The dinner type is used for standard dinners; this silverware uses a larger fork XE "fork" . The place silverware includes normal utensils for everyday use. The possible pieces of silverware used for a formal dinner includes the following items.UtensilsKnivesDinner knife XE "knife" Fish knife XE "knife" Bread knife XE "knife" ForksDinner fork XE "fork" Salad fork XE "fork" Dessert fork XE "fork" Spoons XE "Spoons" Dinner spoon XE "spoon" Soup spoon XE "spoon" Dessert spoon XE "spoon" Picking a style of silverware XE "silverware" is also important before you set your formal dinner table. Styles of silverware include classic, modern, and artistic. These styles differ only in appearance. It is important that the style of silverware goes with the fine china being used. The china includes the plates and bowls that dinner will be served on. The possible pieces of china that will be used include the following items.Dinner plate XE "plate" Appetizer plate XE "plate" Bread plate XE "plate" (shown with bread knife XE "knife" )Coffee plate XE "plate" Soup bowlSetting for drinks and tableware are independent of your choices for flatware and silverware XE "silverware" . Formal glasses XE "glasses" should be from the same set. The other tableware (such as the napkins XE "napkins" , tablecloth, and coffeepot) is up to you, but it should reflect the formal qualities of your other choices. The kinds of glasses and tableware are listed below.GlassesWater goblet XE "goblet" Red wine glass XE "glass" White wine glass XE "glass" Champagne glass XE "glass" TablewareCoffeepot (shown on the coffee plate XE "plate" )Cloth napkins XE "napkins" Place spoon XE "spoon" (s) to the right of the dinner knife XE "knife" . Set the dinner spoon to the right of the knife, then place the soup spoon on the outside. If there is a dessert spoon place it above the plate XE "plate" directly above the dessert fork XE "fork" . Do not place more than three types of one utensil XE "utensil" on the table. If the meal requires more than three, bring out the utensil with each subsequent dish.1779905328930Place the water goblet XE "goblet" at a 1 o'clock position, close to the top right corner of the plate XE "plate" . It should be directly above the tip of the knife XE "knife" .Place the wine glasses XE "glasses" to the right of the water goblet XE "goblet" in order of white wine, red wine, and champagne. Make sure the glasses are close together. You may rearrange the glasses in a close triangle making sure the water goblet is still closest to the plate XE "plate" . Make sure you place the wine glass XE "glass" they will use first on the outside and the glass they will use last next to the water glass. You may eliminate any glassware that you will not be using.102870057785Put the glass XE "glass" of champagne furthest away from the water goblet XE "goblet" , slightly above the wine glasses XE "glasses" .125730020701000013716002070100001257300127000Place the bread plate XE "plate" close to the top left corner of the dinner plate at the 11 o'clock position. Set the butter knife XE "knife" laying diagonally across the plate with the handle at 4 o'clock and the blade facing down.Place the coffee cup to the left of the dinner plate XE "plate" slightly below the bread plate. The cup needs to be standing straight up and not placed upside down.?Place the napkin XE "napkin" folded on top of the dinner plate XE "plate" , or to the left of the forks. If you are able to make a sculpture out of the napkin, do so. It makes the table setting more interesting and fun. Then place it on top of the plate, otherwise just fold the napkin and place it to the left of the forks below the coffee cup.Serve your guests dinner in an orderly fashion. Place the easy to serve foods on the table where the guests are able to pass them around and serve themselves.? Make sure you pass all the dishes from the left, considering most people are right handed. You should serve the main course. It is customary to serve the ladies from elderly to younger first, then to the men in the same order. If you'd rather not stick to the custom, start serving from one end of the table and move in a clockwise fashion disregarding gender and age. When clearing the table for the next course, only clear two plates at a time and make sure you clear them from the right. Before the dessert comes out, remove the main course dishes including the condiments and side plates.TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEIn the event you have trouble setting your table refer to the following guide for assistance.ProblemPossible SolutionDon’t have all of the specific knifesIf time and budget permits you can go to the store and purchase them. If you are unable to purchase them you can leave that specific knife XE "knife" out of the arrangement. Don’t have all of the specific spoonsIf time and budget permits you can go to the store and purchase them. If you are unable to purchase them you can leave that specific spoon XE "spoon" out of the arrangement.Don’t have all of the specific forksIf time and budget permits you can go to the store and purchase them. If you are unable to purchase them you can leave that specific fork XE "fork" out of the arrangement.Don’t have enough wine glasses XE "glasses" If time and budget permits you can go to the store and purchase them. If you are unable to purchase them you can make the arrangement with less glasses. INDEX INDEX \h "A" \c "2" Ffork, 6, 7, 9, 10, 12, 18fork., 7Gglass, 5, 11, 12, 13, 14glasses, 11, 13, 14, 18goblet, 11, 13, 14Kknife, 5, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18knives, 3, 5, 8Nnapkin, 3, 6, 7, 16napkins, 7, 11, 12Pplate, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16Ssilverware, 3, 6, 9, 10, 11spoon, 10, 12, 18Spoons, 10Uutensil, 12 ................
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