PPA3.01b_TableAppointments 3.01 Understand the principles of basic table setting and meal service 3-20-2017 Notebook Bellringer : review quiz 2.04 (Group) Teacher Input: Table Appointments ppt Student Input: Table appointment (graphic organizer) Student Input: Read Chapter 18 Serving Food Complete Key Terms & Answer questions #1,2,3 & 4. (Turn in when Finished) PPA3.01b_TableAppointments

PPA3.01b_TableAppointments Have you ever eaten a meal at a table that has so many pieces silverware at each place setting? The Jewish holiday of Passover. In the Jewish faith, both boys and girls have another special celebration in recognition of their becoming older and having learned more about their religion. PPA3.01b_TableAppointments

All the items needed at the table to serve and eat a meal. 3.01C Table Appointments All the items needed at the table to serve and eat a meal. 3.01C Table Appointments

Classification of Tableware Dinnerware Flatware Beverageware Holloware 3.01C Table Appointments

Dinnerware is: Plates, cups, saucers, bowls Dinnerware includes: China stoneware earthenware pottery Other materials glass-ceramic plastic When selecting dinnerware consider how the color and design will look with food. China is translucent – hold a plate up to the light with your hand behind it. You should be able to see the outline of your hand through the plate. Some stoneware is more costly than fine china, and it chips more easily than does china. 3.01C Table Appointments

Flatware is: Often called “silverware” and includes: Knives Forks Spoons Specialty utensils Materials made from: Sterling Silver plate Stainless Plastic /wood 3.01C Table Appointments

Beverageware or glassware is: Lead glass Higher quality More expensive Lime glass Lighter, more brittle Ideal for much glassware Plastic Very casual, low cost Unbreakable / disposable Beverage ware adds beauty and height to the table setting. Consider how the beverage ware will look with your dinnerware and flatware. High quality lead glass is referred to as Crystal, because of it’s exceptional clarity and brilliance. 3.01C Table Appointments

Lead Crystal Punchbowl When purchasing lead glass, brilliance is an indication of quality. When the glass is tapped it should produce a lingering bell-like ring. Lead crystal is often “cut” to create facets that sparkle, or etched to apply a dainty design on the glass. 3.01C Table Appointments

Two basic shapes of beverageware are: Stemware Tumbler Popular sizes are Cooler Highball Juice bowl stem foot Popular sizes include Water goblets Sherbets Flutes 3.01C Table Appointments

Holloware Bowls and tureens used to serve food 3.01C Table Appointments

Care of tableware Rinse tableware as soon as possible after use Most dinnerware is dishwasher safe Delicate china and stemware May need hand washing Don’t plunge into hot water because severe temperature change can crack or break delicate tableware More expensive tableware requires extra care to protect your investment. 3.01C Table Appointments

Table linens Protect the table surface Deaden sounds of serving and clearing Add beauty to table setting White or pastel colored table linens complement formal settings. What you select should be durable, and easy to care for. Some table linens shrink when washed, so check for colorfastness and shrinkage before buying. Linen must be carefully laundered and ironed while still damp. Paper napkins, placements and tablecloths are inexpensive and save clean up time, but are appropriate only for casual dining. Vinyl-coated tablecloths and placements are also casual, but durable. Drop – the part that hangs over the edge For casual should be 6-8 inches on all sides Deeper drop for a formal setting Even more for buffet settings 3.01 C Table Appointments

Cloth Placemats, Table Runners & Napkins Runner: 13-17 inches wide placed down the table center Often used with placemats Placemats approximately 11 x 17 inches Napkins cocktail - 10 inches luncheon – 13 inches dinner – 17 or more inches If your tabletop is attractive, placemats are useful in all but the most formal settings Napkins can match or contrast with table linens. Solid colored table linens should be used if the dishes are patterned. Rough textures and bright colored table linens are more casual. 3.01C Table Appointments

Center Pieces Be creative Size in proportion to the table Food and the soil of potted plants don’t mix. Candles are appropriate for evening, but not daytime meals Candles on the table should be lit and the flame above eye level. Size in proportion to the table Guests should be able to see over the centerpiece 3.01C Table Appointments

PPA3.01b_TableAppointments Read Chapter 18 Serving Food Complete Key Terms & Answer questions #1,2,3, & 4. (Turn in when Finished) PPA3.01b_TableAppointments

Group Activity On-line Shopping Directions: Research the internet and find at least 2 pictures of Dinnerware, Flatware, Beverageware & Holloware. Include a description of the classification and type of material. Also find pictures of table linen (napkins, placemats, table runners) attach a brief description. Find at least two to three pictures of centerpieces and explain what occasion they would be used for. Email for assignment to: natashaf@sampson.k12.nc.us Include group member names, date and class period PPA3.01b_TableAppointments