UNIT VI. STYLE OF TABLE SERVICE TABLE SETTING & SHAPES OF TABLES UNIT VI. STYLE OF TABLE SERVICE TABLE SETTING & SHAPES OF TABLES RELEY MAEd - THE TABLE SETTING Table Settingrefers to the manner in which the Table appointments and foods are arranged on the table or any surface for dining 3 Types of Table setting 3 Types of Table setting 1.Formal Table setting - This is the style of place setting you will see used at fine dining restaurants, formal events, and black tie weddings. Designed for a six course meal including an appetizer, soup, salad, a starch, a protein, and dessert, this setting employs more flatware and glassware than the other settings. Charger plates can also be used and should be placed beneath the serving plate. 3 Types of Table setting 2. Casual or informal Table setting Commonly used at banquets and luncheons, this setting is also referred to as an informal table setting. It's a popular choice for wedding table settings and contemporary casual restaurants that want to elevate their dining room decor. This setting is similar to a formal table setting, but is designed for three courses instead of six. The flatware provided will be enough for a soup or salad, main course, and dessert. 3 Types of Table setting 3. Basic Table setting - This simple table setting is appropriate for all types of restaurants and casual events. You’ll commonly see it used in diners and family restaurants along with a placemat or a coffee cup. Using a basic table setting makes your guests feel welcome and ensures they have the utensils they need. Table Setting Guide from Basic Diner to Formal Dinner For Breakfast or Lunch: Start with a dinner plate, soup or cereal bowl (always optional), bread & butter plate (for toast, bagels, etc.), and a cup & saucer for coffee or tea. For the flatware, use a 3-piece place setting: dinner fork, dinner knife and teaspoon. The napkin should be placed on the left side of the fork. Complete each place setting with either a juice or beverage glass. Table Setting Guide from Basic Diner to Formal Dinner The Dinner or Supper Setting: The dinnerware placement is similar to what's used for the breakfast and lunch setting. The salad plate can be brought to the table if needed. For flatware, use a 5-piece place setting; salad fork, dinner fork, dinner knife, soup spoon, and teaspoon. The napkin should be placed on the left side of the forks. The table should be set with both a wine glass and a water or beverage glass. The cup & saucer can be brought out at the end of the meal if coffee or tea is served. Table Setting Guide from Basic Diner to Formal Dinner Formal Dinner (which includes a soup course): Set the table with a bread & butter plate, a service base plate, and a dinner plate. If your pattern doesn't include a service plate, try being a little creative and using a metal tray or glass underliner. For flatware, use a dinner fork, salad fork (served after the entree), dinner knife, and soup spoon. The butter spreader may be placed on the butter plate. A teaspoon can be placed on the saucer with the coffee cup later. The dessert spoon and dessert fork may be placed above the dinner plate. Buffet Other Table setting type Even though casual table setting is common in many restaurants, there are other types of table settings that are very familiar to people who frequently dine out today. For instance, for family members and friends who like to serve themselves, the buffet-style table setting is usually the standard. Other Table setting type Pizzeria To make it easy for everyone to be served, there is also a special type of table set-up for restaurant pizza. With this in mind, here are some keys to making sure the set-up is appropriate for these occasions. The basic setup for a pizza bar includes the following items: 1 plate, 1 knife, 1 fork, 1 spoon, 1 handkerchief or napkin, and 1 glass. Other Table setting type Breakfast A breakfast table setting is not as fancy as a formal table setting, but it does have its own standard guidelines and rules too. In some cases, the dishes may not always be fancy or the most expensive looking, but they do have to be the best possible types for the occasion. Basic standard usually apply that may also vary on the restaurants and its preference. HOW A TABLE WILL BE SET DEPENDS ON: • THE STYLE OF SERVICE DESIRED • THE FOOD TO BE SERVED • THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE WHO WILL DINE • THE TYPE OF TABLE APPOINTMENT TO BE USED COVER THE SPACE AND THE TABLE APPOINTMENTS SET FOR EACH DINER GUIDELINES IN TABLE SETTING • TABLE APPOINTMENTS MUST BE PLACED ONE INCH AWAY FROM THE EDGE OF THE TABLE. • THE PLATE IS PLACED AT THE CENTER OF THE COVER GUIDELINES IN TABLE SETTING THE KNIFE IS PLACED ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE COVER AN INCH AWAY FROM THE PLATE, THE BLADE FACING THE PLATE. GUIDELINES IN THE TABLE SETTING THE SALT AND PEPPER SHAKERS ARE PLACED BETWEEN EACH COVER SHAPES OF TABLES References https://whatsfordinner.com/kitchen-tips/classic-table-settings/ https://www.webstaurantstore.com/blog/2852/restauranttable-settings.html https://www.forketers.com/types-of-table-setup-in-restaurant/ https://www.slideshare.net/suekko_heintz/table-setting64832170 https://www.slideshare.net/khushbukewlani/dining-table86017365?from_search=15