西方礼仪文化unit 3 The Etiq关uette of Dining.ppt

Unit 3 The Etiquette of Dining,Have you ever tried western-style dish? If yes, tell your partner how you feel about it.,Lead-in,Match the Chinese words on the left column with their appropriate English expressions on the right.,Table Etiquette and Manners,1. Table setting,In most of the western countries, family mealtime around the kitchen table happen every night. The table set with plate, drinking glass, knife, fork, spoon, napkin and a centerpiece is very commonplace in most homes. To set a basic table, you will need a dinner plate, glass, knife, fork, spoon and napkin. A simple centerpiece, salt and pepper along with any other seasonings or condiments a family enjoys is a wonderful finishing touch. Keeping it simple may be the key to routine table setting.,Side Plate,Dinner Plate,Soup Bowl,Table Setting (1),Table Setting(2),Red Wine Glass,Champagne Glass,White Wine Glass,Table Setting (3) (informal),Table Setting (3) (informal),Table setting (4)(formal),Table setting (4)(formal),2. Center piece,Centerpieces can be simple or elaborate, fun and festive, or elegant and beautiful. Table setting themes are easily achieved with seasonal items and seasonal napkins. A bouquet of flowers, a ceramic object, pinecones, a toy, leaves, fruit, and almost anything else can be used as a centerpiece. Make sure that people are able to see across the table to others sitting at the table without the centerpiece blocking their view.,Lets get more detailed information about dining etiquette.,3. Silverware,If a piece of silverware drops, leave it and ask for a replacement from your server. Silverware should not touch the tablecloth once used. Place knife at the top of the dinner plate, facing in, after use. When you are finished, place your knife and fork in the center of your plate.,Once seated place the napkin, unfolded, on your lap and leave it there until you are finished. Once you are finished place the napkin folded loosely to the left of your plate. Once seated place the napkin, unfolded, on your lap and leave it there until you are finished. Once you are finished place the napkin folded loosely to the left of your plate.,4. Napkin,5. Posture and Elbows,Sit straight and try not to lean on the table. Keep your elbows off the table and close to the body when you are eating. However, when you stop to talk, it is okay to rest your elbows on the table and lean forward.,6. Serving Food,Pass food to the right. Transfer dip to your plate. Plates are served on the left. Dishes removed from the right. Pass the salt and pepper together.,7. Dining,Wait until everyone is seated before eating. When dining with others, everyone should start and finish at the same time. If you are a fast eater try to pace yourself. You could make the others feel uncomfortable if you finish before they do. When you are finished eating do not push your plate away from you. Take small bites, keep your mouth closed and finish chewing before continuing your conversation.,Try not to gulp your food, it isn't very attractive. Do not blow on food that is hot. Wait until it cools or eat from the side of the bowl, when having soup. Bread and rolls should be broken with your fingers, in small pieces and buttered one piece at a time. Cut several pieces of meat(or main course) at a time. Use your knife to cut lettuce if needed.,7. Dining,8. Ordering /Serving food Appetizer/salad,Soup,Main course,Beef steak,Chicken steak,Fish steak,pork steak,Fried rice,Spaghetti,Dissert/salad,Coffee,Some general rules in your mind when sitting at table,Chew with your mouth closed. Do not talk at an excessively loud volume and do not make loud or unusual noises while eating. Refrain from burping, coughing, sneezing or blowing nose at the table. If you must do so, you may request that your action be excused.,9. General table manners,Never tilt back your chair while at the table. Sit in a relaxed and comfortable position, but do not “slouch.“ Always ask the host or hostess to be excused before leaving the table. Do not stare at anyone while he or she is eating. It is considered rude. Never talk on your phone or text a friend at the table. If an urgent matter arises, ask host or hostess to be excused, and step away from the table.,9. General table manners,Compare the Chinese-style dishes and Western-style dishes and make a list of differences between them in table setting, food serving and table manners.,Further thinking,