Tableware plays an important role in a dining experience. For an F&B outlet to succeed it is important to set the mood for an exhilarating dining experience, which can be ensured by an attractive and presentable table setting. For a hotel or restaurant, the right selection of tableware and dinnerware are as important as the food and ambience of the establishment. For the hotel or restaurant the right election and display of tableware is as important as the fare that is served. But purchasing restaurant cutlery and crockery can be a daunting task as one has to envision the table setting in the total environmental décor of the outlet. Trying to figure out everything – from how much tableware to buy to what style will serve best in the establishment can seem to be an insurmountable job. Ashok Malkani tries to make the task of the restaurateur a little less problematic by highlighting the range of tableware available and the pros and cons of different types of cutlery and crockery.
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Quite often, in online media review, one reads, “The food was good but the ambience was way below par.” With so many eating out options available, the F&B outlets have to pay heed not only to the menu but also the décor and overall ambience
which plays an important role in the success of the outlet. Setting can make a huge difference to the dining experience. The guests not only want tasty food cooked in a hygienic manner but are equally choosy about a place where the table is set up in an efficient manner. Clean napkins, impressive looking cutlery and tableware are important aspects towards a guest’s satisfied experience.
Setting a nice table is often overlooked but its importance should not be minimised. Having a nice table setting affects the guests’ enjoyment of the meal which can even affect how well the food is digested. After putting in the effort involved in thoughtful menu planning and healthy cooking, don’t tarnish the meal by having a disorganised presentation.
Customers like tables that are set correctly and neatly and therefore it is necessary for restaurateurs to ensure this in order to increase their business. Many factors play a role in ensuring a great customer experience. While we always focus on the food and the service, we often forget about the table setting.
Table Setting According to experts the essentials for table setting are: Table Mats, Napkins, Plates, Cutlery, Glasses and Centerpiece. Before placing down any table mats, make sure they are all clean and wiped down. They should be positioned straight and parallel to the edge of the table.
Folded napkins are normally placed on the right side of table mat. They are folded in a triangular shape. If it is a small napkin one can fold it in half to get the required shape. If it is a large one, then you can fold it in half and then again fold it.
This story is from the February - March 2019 edition of Food & Beverage Business Review.
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