table mannersPPT
Knife and ForkThe correct way to hold a knife and fork is to hold the fork in...
Knife and ForkThe correct way to hold a knife and fork is to hold the fork in your left hand and the knife in your right hand. When cutting meat or food that needs to be cut, first use the knife to cut the meat or food, and then put the knife down on the plate. Pick up the fork with your right hand and use it to eat the food you have cut. Fork is used to spear food, and can not use the fork to cut food. Fork and knife are usually placed on the right side of the plate, and are usually placed at the top of the plate or slightly lower.SpoonSpoon is used to eat soup or other liquid foods. It is held in the right hand and placed on the left side of the plate. When eating soup, first use the spoon to scoop up the soup, put it into your mouth, and then put the spoon back on the plate. The angle of the spoon should not be too large when eating soup, and it should not make too much noise when eating.NapkinNapkin is used to wipe your mouth or hands. It is usually placed on the tablecloth or tableware, and can also be placed in your lap. When using a napkin, first open it slightly and put it on your lap, and then use it to wipe your mouth or hands. After use, put it back on the tablecloth or tableware in a tidy pile. Napkin should not be used as a handkerchief or wiped napkin.GlassGlass is used to drink liquor or water. It is held in the right hand and placed on the left side of the plate. When drinking, pick up the glass, tilt it slightly, and drink from it without making too much noise. If you need to wipe the mouth while drinking, use a napkin or cocktail napkin to wipe it, and do not use the tablecloth or tableware as a substitute.Fork and Knife ControlFork and knife control is very important in western table manners. Fork should be held with your left hand, while knife is held with your right hand. When cutting meat or food that needs to be cut, first use the knife to cut it into pieces, and then put down the fork on the plate with your left hand, switch to the fork with your right hand, and use it to eat the meat or food. Fork and knife are usually placed on the right side of the plate, and are usually placed at the top of the plate or slightly lower.Drinking LiquorWhen drinking liquor at a western banquet, you should make eye contact with others and nod your head slightly when toasting. When drinking white wine or other cold drinks, you should hold the glass with your right hand, support it with your left hand below, hold it at eye level, tilt it slightly, and drink slowly. When drinking red wine, you should support the bottle with your left hand and hold the cork with your right hand to open it gently with a wine opener; pay attention not to put your elbows on the table or touch glasses directly with your mouth; avoid spilling liquor when drinking.Buffet Line EtiquetteWhen standing in line at a buffet restaurant, you should keep your distance from others, usually leaving an empty space between each person. When picking up food items such as rolls or dishes from buffets on trays or tables, you should pick them up one by one, but not pick them all up at once in a heap. In addition, you should replace empty dishes or containers promptly after eating and keep a clean table after eating; if there are waiters nearby, they can be handed over for cleaning after eating.Dinner Table Etiquette at HomeDinner table etiquette at home should also pay attention to tablecloth selection cleanliness; dishes matching color; eating order of dishes; meal rotation; use of seasoning; cleanliness of eating habits; greetings during meals; table talk etiquette; thanking others after meals; cleaning up after meals; etc.
