DINING ETIQUETTE
Program Type: In-person. Teams of 8+
Concern: Senior Management and C-Suite Managers, Managers, Supervisors, Customer Relations, Event Planners.
“The dining table is a place where etiquette speaks louder than words.”
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DINING ETIQUETTE
Beaumonde Etiquette programs provide essential tools for mastering dining etiquette in business and social settings. This training covers the principles of proper dining behavior, from formal dinners to casual lunches, and ensures participants can confidently navigate any dining situation. Understanding dining etiquette enhances personal and professional credibility, creating an impression of sophistication and respect
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Our Dining Etiquette seminars take place in a relaxed environment, tailored to suit your team’s needs, whether in your office conference room or another venue of your choice. With a focus on refinement and confidence, this course prepares participants to handle a range of dining scenarios with ease and poise.
BASICS OF DINING ETIQUETTE
- Table setting and understanding the essentials
- Proper use of utensils and glassware
- Posture and etiquette during meals
- Napkin etiquette and placement
- Correct seating arrangements
- Ordering food in business settings
- Engaging in conversation during meals
- Handling awkward situations (e.g., spills, food preferences)
- How to eat and drink with elegance
- The art of toasting in business and social environments
- Communicating with waitstaff professionally
- Handling business discussions during meals
- Timing and pacing of the meal
- Understanding the global differences in dining practices
ADVANCED DINING ETIQUETTE
- Formal table settings and their meaning
- Fine dining etiquette and handling multi-course meals
- Cross-cultural dining practices
- International differences in dining protocols
- Social and business conversations over dinner
- Dining at state dinners and formal events
- Wine pairings and the art of tasting
- Coordinating with the chef for business lunches
- Business etiquette at large-scale dining events
- The timing of discussions during multi-course meals • Managing dietary restrictions and preferences
- Handling business cards at dining events
- Dealing with alcohol at meals in professional contexts
- The subtle art of leaving the table gracefully
- Conducting post-dining professional follow-ups