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7.13.2008

How to set a formal table

Most people sit down to a meal at least three times per day. In many cases, this is during a business meeting or even a family gathering. However, the majority do not know how to properly set a table or which piece of silverware to use for each course. Below is a table setting diagram to serve as a "cheat sheet" for those unfamiliar with formal table setting.

How to set a formal table

1. Salad plate.
2. Napkin.
3. Salad fork.
4. Dinner fork.
5. Dinner plate.
6. Butter spreader.
7. Beverage glass.
8. Dinner knife.
9. Teaspoon.
10. Soup spoon.