Where does the salad plate go when setting the table?

When I am setting the table, do the forks go on the left side of the plate or the right?

Forks go on the left side of the plate.

What are your options for placing a napkin in setting the table?

The napkin can go on the left side of the plate, on the plate, above the plate, or on the right side of the plate. Most traditionally the napkin is placed under the fork/forks on the left side of the plate.

Where does dessert fork go in an informal setting?

On the table , at the top of the plate. Anywhere you like. It's time to stop being a slave to outmoded, useless customs.

What is placed at the left of the plate or on the plate?

Utensils like forks are typically placed on the left of the plate, while items like napkins or bread plates can be found on the left side of the table setting. Food dishes are placed directly on the plate in the center.

Setting a table where do you put the fork and knife?

In a standard Western or European setting the knife goes to the immediate right of the plate with the cutting side of the blade facing toward the plate, and the fork (or forks) go to the left of the plate; with the dinner fork closest to the plate and forks for other course to the left in such wise as the fork for the first course is on the outside, Hence the rule of thumb, when unsure of which fork to use, start at the outside and work in.

When setting the table where does the cup go?

Glasses to the left of me, saucers to the right Glasses go on the left and cups and saucers go on the right. Silverware should be one inch from the edge of the table. Empty wine glasses stuck in the middle with you The above is true, but it's also acceptable for an empty wine glass and water glass to be placed ahead of the plate.

How the table settinf of Russian services?

The service plate one inch from the edge of the table with the soup bowl on top. One the left side place the salad fork, dinner fork, and fish fork. The knives go in the same order on the right side. The dessert spoon and cake fork go one inch above the service plate. Bread and butter goes above the forks and a glass of water and wine go above the knives with a napkin folded carefully beside the forks on the left side.

What are your option for placing a napkin in the setting?

The napkin can go on the left side of the plate, on the plate, above the plate, or on the right side of the plate. Most traditionally the napkin is placed under the fork/forks on the left side of the plate.

Why is table setting is important?

It's just good manners to set the table for eg. when a guest comes over and usually we put a fork, knife, plate, glass for every meal but it's not a 'must' to set the table. It also makes the diner more comfortable if everyone follows the reccommended pattern for the place setting. That way wherever you go, you will know where the knife, spoon, fork, glass, etc. are when you need them.

What are basic principles in table setting?

There are 7 Basic Principles in Table Setting1. Table appointments include materials for setting the table such as the tablecloth, place mats, napkins, china or dinnerware's, flat wares and glass wares. Table appointments that are placed on the table for each person make up an individual "cover". At least 20 inches should be allowed for each cover.2. Tablecloth which should be placed evenly over a silence pad may consist of linen, cotton, nylon, plastic, and native materials such as rattan, bamboo, cork and sinamay. It is a must for every occasion and should hang 4 to 6 inches on all sides of the table for informal occasions and 8 to 10 inches long for formal occasions. If a place mat is used, it should be about 16 to 18 inches long and 12 to 14 inches wide. When used, the long edge should be aligned with the table.3. For formal occasions, napkins 24 x 24 square inches are recommended. For informal meals such as breakfast, lunch or dinner 17 x 17 square inches may be used. Informal occasions require smaller napkins 12 x 12 inches long. It should be folded and placed with the open edge nearest the left side of the fork 1 inch from the side of the table. For formal occasions, napkins may be placed on the service plate or on the goblet depending upon one's taste.4. Table wares refer to the utensils used for eating and serving, including flatware's, dinner wares, and glass wares. Flat wares are usually made of sterling silver steel or silver plated steel or plastic. Spoons, forks, knives, teaspoons and serving pieces are flat wares. Place the knife for and spoon 1 inch from the edge of the table.5. Dinnerware's refer to chinaware or dishes such as platters, dishes, saucers, cups, and bowls. Plates should be set at the center of each "cover" which is approximately 20-24 inches wide and 12-16 inches long. Salad plates should be at the left of the dinner plate away from the forks. Place the cup and saucer at the right. The bread and butter plate should be at the top of the fork.6. Glass wares include tumblers, goblets, and glasses. In the choice of glasses, think of the flatware and dinner wares which will be used with it. The water glass should be placed at the top of the diner knife with the milk or juice glass slightly to the right of the water glass.7. A centerpiece is used to add color to the table. The centerpiece may be placed anywhere on the table. Fresh flowers, artificial flowers mad of plastic, cloth or paper maybe used to add color to the table.

When using only a fork and knife how is it set at the place setting?

The fork and knife go on the right side of the plate and if you have a spoon it goes on the left side of the plate.

Where do the dessert spoons go on a table setting?

It really depnds on what you're serving for dessert . On the table , it can be the last spoon on the outside left , or at the top of the dinner plate . Anything like a compote or ice cream will be served in a compote or parfait dish wth a saucer underneath and the spoon may be on the serving plate. This is not a hard and fast rule , and may be safely bent. In England the spoon would be laid on the right.