1. Front of the House Table Setting

2. Appetizer
Think about how the dinner table is set at home. Write down what steps are taken from the very beginning to the end result.
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3. Objectives Identify terminology associated with table service.
Describe general rules related to setting a table.
Determine placement of items on a place setting.
Identify terminology associated with table setting.

4. Salt & Pepper Shaker
Small containers used for dispensing salt and pepper onto food.

5. Bread and Butter
Bread and butter plate- Plate used to place bread and butter.
Butter Knife- Small knife used to spread butter.

6. Salad Plate Salad Plate Dinner Plate
Plate used to serve the salad or dessert course of a meal, they resemble dinner plates and range in size from 6" to 8.”
Salad Plate Dinner Plate

7. Steak Knife
A small serrated knife used for cutting steak and other meat.

8. Seafood Fork
Fork used for eating seafood and assisting with the opening of shellfish (also known as a cocktail fork).

9. Show Plate
Designer plate used to showcase the different courses of a meal, also known as a charger.

10. Think-Pair-Share
Think about a time when you noticed an elaborate (fancy) table setting and wondered what the items were and how were they used? . Be prepared to share.
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11. Sugar Caddie
Small container used to store sugar packets

12. Centerpiece
An ornamental object Used as focal point on the center of a table.

13. Table Cloth A cloth or linen for covering the top of the entire table.

14. Table Top Overlay
A cloth or linen that covers the entire top of the table and hangs down about 5 inches from the top.

15. Table Top Runner
A narrow cloth or linen that lies across the table to add a decorative touch.

16. Napkin
A cloth small cloth or linen used while dining to usually square, for use in wiping the lips and fingers.

17. Terminology
Polish- To make smooth and glossy, especially by rubbing or using friction
Flatware- Articles used for eating or serving, made with silver
Dinnerware- Items such as; china, Glasses etc. for table service
Glasses- Glass container used for drinking liquids
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18. Label Your Table
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Think-Pair-Share
With your partner…Think about some helpful ways to remember what side your silverware belongs on your table setting? Be Prepared to share
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teacher instructs students to share their answer with a partner
teacher calls on non-volunteers to share with the class
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20. Remember: Fork has 4 letters & Left has 4 Letters-Spoon and knife have 5 letters and Right has 5 letters
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21. Table Setting General Rules 1
Wash your hands: we will be working with items, guests will eat with.
Clean slate: Always begin with a clean and ironed slate.
Even Steven: Table cloth should be hanging evenly off of table

22. Table Setting General Rules 2
Wearing gloves: Always wear gloves when polishing silverware or when working with napkins. Perfect pattern: When possible make sure that your silverware is a perfect set. Spot free: Always polish silverware and glassware before placing on tables.
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23. Table Setting General Rules 3
Not too tall: ensure that the flow of conversation will not be interrupted by the centerpiece.
Leave space: Allow your guests enough room for comfort while dining.
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