This document discusses table setting etiquette and proper table manners. It explains that table setting refers to how a table is arranged for each diner with the proper cutlery, glasses, and napkin. Table etiquette refers to polite behavior at the table, such as waiting for the host to take the first bite before eating, using utensils from the outside in, and signaling that you are done by placing knives and forks at the 3:15 position on the plate. The document provides tips for seating, dining, and finishing a meal according to etiquette standards.

1. Table Setting
and
Etiquettes
Isabel Melissa B. Baylon

2. Objectives

3. Table setting
A set of cutlery,
glasses, napkin
for one person, as
used on a table
The way that a table is set
out and decorated, in
preparation for a meal

5. Table Etiquette
Refers to the way you
behave when you are
eating a meal at a table

6. SEATING
ᴥSeat from the
left side of your
chair
ᴥWhen you are
seated place
your napkin in
your lap

7. During the
meal
ᴥ When passing salt
and pepper
place the shakers
on the table and
always pass both
even if only one
was requested,
ᴥ Wait until the
hostess takes the
first bite before
you begin eating.
ᴥ Use your
utensils from
the outside
in.
ᴥ Once a piece of
flatware has been
picked up never
put it back on the
table
ᴥ NEVER butter a
whole piece of
bread;

8. A F T E R T H E M E A L
ᴥ Place knife and fork
together at the “3:15”
position on plate to signal
your done with meal
ᴥ Place napkin
on table
when you
leave table.