The Art of the Table

Coming together to share a meal with family and friends or business associates is one of the most important ways we honor special occasions and having the right tableware and gracious table manners is crucial to any memorable dining experience. This is a complete, authoritative guide to the objects used at the table and how to handle them, as well as their origin, history and evolution. From what fork, plate or knife to use to how to give a toast or say grace, from innovative napkin folds to the correct way to place stemware on the table?every aspect of entertaining at the table is covered