Table Setting in any occasion can add to the beauty and significance of the event. It may
also affect the overall result of the celebration. For these reasons it necessary that a
person will plan well on how to correctly set tables. Can you recall some methods of
serving food? Let us see if you can identify them.
PRETEST LO3: Below are some descriptions of the different table service. Try to analyze
what table service is being described. Choices are given and maybe used
twice. Write only the letters of your choice.


A. Russian style D. American or Country style
B. English service E. Apartment or Blue plate
C. Family or Compromise F. Buffet service
G. Tray service


1. Dinner plate are arranged at the left side of server or on side table.
2. Platters of food are arranged at the center with the accompanying serving.
3. Silverware are arranged on both sides of place plate, according to order of use.
4. Each cover has a complete table appointment properly laid out.
5. Table appointments are arranged at one end or both ends of table.
6. Arrangement of table appointments for each cover is similar to standard way.
7. Food arranged in dinner plates are taken from the kitchen and served.
8. Table decors include elegant fresh flowers and simple, elegant candles.
9. Platters of food are arranged at the side table.
10. No platters are served, except when second helping are asked.