单击此处编辑母版标题样式,单击此处编辑母版文本样式,第二级,第三级,第四级,第五级,*,Table Manners and Table Etiquette in the West,Table manners,refers to the etiquette used while eating,which may also include the appropriate use of utensils.Different cultures observe different rules for table manners.Many table manners evolved out of practicality.,Table Manners and Table Etiquette in the West,For example,it is generally impolite to put elbows on tables,since doing so creates a risk of tipping over bowls and cups.Each family or group sets its own standards for how strictly these rules are to be enforced,.,Table Manners and Table Etiquette in the West,ARRIVALS,Follow as directed by the receptionist,Make sure you have the correct seat,Socialize with the person next to you,Read the program,Avoid going in and out of the Dinning,Hall,Talk softly,Table Manners and Table Etiquette in the West,Using your napkin,The meal actually begins,when the host or hostess unfolds his or her napkin.,Table Manners and Table Etiquette in the West,Using your napkin,The gentleman should pick up his,wifes napkin with his right hand,take it,by a corner and shake it open beneath,the table level to the right of his chair,then he should take his own napkin,and repeat the procedure for himself.,Table Manners and Table Etiquette in the West,Using your napkin,Place your napkin on your lap,completely,unfolded if it is a small luncheon napkin,or in half diagonally,across your lap point at your knees,if it is a large dinner napkin.,Table Manners and Table Etiquette in the West,Using your napkin,Never tuck the napkin into any part of,your clothing or remove it during the,meal,unless you are called upon to,stand for a toast.In that case,fold your napkin neatly and place it to the left of your plate before standing,and do not forget to return it to your lap when retaking your seat.,Table Manners and Table Etiquette in the West,Using your napkin,The napkin remains on your lap throughout the meal and should you need to,and after each course without fail,it should be used to gently blot your mouth.,THE CORRECT WAY TOHOLD CUTLERY and GOBLET,THE CORRECT WAY TOHOLD CUTLERY and GOBLET,THE CORRECT WAY TOHOLD CUTLERY and GOBLET,THE CORRECT WAY TOHOLD CUTLERY and GOBLET,FORMAL Table Setting,INFORMAL Table Setting,(below the plate.left to right):,bread&butter plate,butter knife,wine/waterglass.,(plate row.left to right):,napkin,salad fork,dinner fork,salad plate,plate,dinner knife,DOS and DONTS FOR FORMAL DINNER,BE PUNCTUAL,Take your invitation card with you and present it on arrival(if necessary),DOS and DONTS FOR FORMAL DINNER,With formal dinner,seating,is invariably arranged beforehand,and you will be ushered or shown,to your seat.,DOS and DONTS FOR FORMAL DINNER,Be brief in greeting the host or hostess,so that your presence is noticed.,DOS and DONTS FOR FORMAL DINNER,Keep calm.When the dishes start,coming,let he others at the table,start first and observed what they,use.,Start with the cutlery from the,outside.,DOS and DONTS FOR FORMAL DINNER,The simple rule to bear in mind during a,formal meal is that guests never have a,reason to touch a plate with their hands,and to do so would insult the host.,DOS and DONTS FOR FORMAL DINNER,Do not over dress Or too much jewelry used.,Do not make up or combing your hair at the table.,DOS and DONTS FOR FORMAL DINNER,Drinking too much when dining is very,impolite and one of the most disliked,behaviors.,It is bad manners to drain a glass,completely at a formal function.,DOS and DONTS FOR FORMAL DINNER,Do not talk when your food is in the,mouth.,Do not smoke at the table.,Ignore mistakes made by the server.,Pleasant conversations.,DOS and DONTS FOR FORMAL DINNER,Do not show that you are a difficult or a fussy guests.,Do not shakes your legs while sitting or standing at the functions.,DOS and DONTS FOR FORMAL DINNER,Do not bite your nails or using tooth picks at the tables.,Try not to make noise with the cutlery,plates or glasses.,Sample Dialogue 1,Hostess,:Would you like to have some more chicken?,Guest,:No,thank you.The chicken is very delicious,but Im just too full.,Host,:But I hope you saved room for dessert.Mary makes very good pumpkin pies.,Sample Dialogue 1,Guest,:That sounds very tempting.But I hope we can wait a little while,if you dont mind.,Host,:Of course.How about some coffee or tea now?,Guest,:Tea,please.Thanks.,Sample Dialogue 2,A:What would you like for lunch?,B:I would like a hot dog.,A:Would you have anything to drink?,B:Yes,a cup of coffee to go with the hot dog.,Sample Dialogue 2,A:what about some beer?,B:No,thanks.I dont drink beer at noon.,A:Good evening,sir.Your order,please?,B:Appetizer first.What do you have tonight?,Sample Dialogue 2,A:Fresh fruit cocktail,juices,B:Orange juice,please.,A:O.K.Orange juice!,A:Heres a gift for you.,B:So beautiful!What a lovely thing!,Sample Dialogue 2,A:Im very glad you like it.,B:Sure!I like it very much.,A:Another piece of meat pie?,B:NO,thanks really.Im on diet.,Sample Dialogue 2,A:Please do.Youve har