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Setting the dinner table is an essential aspect of hospitality and dining etiquette. Begin with a clean slate and think about the arrangement of dinnerware, flatware, and glasses. Ensure proper placement for a polished look: silverware on the correct side, dinnerware centered, and a fitting centerpiece that doesn’t obstruct conversation. Familiarize yourself with essential terminology, such as polish, flatware, and dinnerware. Follow general rules of setting a table, like wearing gloves when handling items and leaving adequate space for guests. Practice these skills for a memorable dining experience.
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Bellwork • Think about how the dinner table is set at home. Write down what steps are taken from the very beginning to the end result. Be prepared to share Property of CTE Joint Venture
Objectives • Identify terminology associated with table service. • Describe general rules related to setting a table. • Determine placement of items on a place setting. Property of CTE Joint Venture
Terminology • Polish- To make smooth and glossy, especially by rubbing or using friction • Flatware- Articles used for eating or serving, made with silver • Dinnerware- Items such as; china, Glasses etc. for table service • Glasses- Glass container used for drinking liquids Property of CTE Joint Venture
Label Your Table Property of CTE Joint Venture
Think-Pair-Share With your partner…Think about some helpful ways to remember what side your silverware belongs on your table setting? Be Prepared to share 3 PROPERTY OF PIMA COUNTY JTED, 2010
Table SettingGeneral Rules 1 Wash your hands: we will be working with items guests will be eating on or with. Clean slate: Always begin with a clean and ironed slate. Even Steven: Table cloth should be hanging evenly off of table
Table SettingGeneral Rules 2 Wearing gloves: Always wear gloves when polishing silverware or when working with napkins. Perfect pattern: When possible make sure that your silverware is a perfect set. Spot free: Always polish silverware and glassware before placing on tables. Property of CTE Joint Venture
Table SettingGeneral Rules 3 Not too tall: ensure that the flow of conversation will not be interrupted by the centerpiece. Leave space: Allow your guests enough room for comfort while dining. Property of CTE Joint Venture
Closure 3-2-1 3 important terms 2 ideas or facts you would like to know more about 1 concept that you have mastered