1. Fine Dining
Zachary Sigulinsky

2. What is Fine Dining?
Fine Dining reminds people of many different things;
Crisp white table cloths
Uniformed staff
Attention to detail
The finest products and services that can be offered
Large menus
Extensive wine and liquor menu
Prix fixe menus
Dress codes
Exclusivity

3. What Really is Fine Dining?
What type of setting sets the standards for Fine Dining?
What type of cuisine?
Ethnic?
Organic?
Local?
Does small-ware matter?
Glassware
China
Flatware

4. What Really is Fine Dining? (con’t)
What type of atmosphere is created to signify Fine Dining?
Traditional theme;
Silver candelabras and rose centerpieces
Modern theme;
Bold color scheme and modern furnishings
What impact does music play?
Classical for a traditional fine dining restaurant
Jazz tunes for something modern

5. What Really is Fine Dining? (con’t)
What makes Fine Dining Fine Dining?
Atmosphere
Service
Exclusivity
Professionalism
Organization
Server to guest ratio

6. Discussion Questions What is Fine Dining?
Is Fine Dining the same for everyone?
How does it differ from person to person?
What makes it Fine Dining to them?
When do you think Fine Dining started?
Will there always be a market for Fine Dining?