IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHEDRAL SCHOOL, INC
39 Lantana St., Cubao, Quezon City, Philippines
Tel. No.: (02)-727-2742 to 44, 7358-1469, 721-6899, 721-7078
Learning Activity Sheet # 7
Subject: Technology and Livelihood Education 10 Period Covered: SECOND TERM-WEEK 5
Activity Title: Table Setting
Learning Target: Identify the common types of table settings (formal, casual, and basic)
Values in Focus: Respect Core Values: Humility
References: [Link]
Competencies:
recognize the purpose and use of each item in a typical table setting (plates, glasses, silverware, napkins, etc.)
A Table Setting, also known as a place setting, is the arrangement of tableware and utensils for an
individual diner at a meal. It includes the layout of items such as plates, glasses, utensils, and napkins
to ensure a functional and visually pleasing dining experience.
(DRAW THE PICTURE FOR REFERENCE)
A. Basic Table Setting
The simple table setting is appropriate for all types of restaurants and casual events.
It is commonly used in diners and family restaurants along with a placemat or a coffee cup.
Using this makes your guests welcome and ensures they have the utensils they need.
Steps to create a basic table setting:
1. A serving plate should be placed in the middle of the table setting.
2. A napkin is placed to the left of the plate.
3. The fork rests on top of the napkin.
4. A knife is place to the right of the plate.
5. A water glass or coffee cup is optional, placed above the knife and slightly to the right.
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHEDRAL SCHOOL, INC
39 Lantana St., Cubao, Quezon City, Philippines
Tel. No.: (02)-727-2742 to 44, 7358-1469, 721-6899, 721-7078
B. Casual Table Setting
It is commonly used at banquets and luncheons; it is also referred to as an informal table setting.
It’s a popular choice for wedding table settings and contemporary casual restaurants that want to
elevate their dining room décor.
It is similar to a formal table setting but is designed for three courses instead of six (soup/salad, main
course, and dessert).
Steps to create a casual table setting:
1. A serving plate should be placed in the middle of the table setting.
2. A bread plate should be placed to the top left of the serving plate. Place a butter knife on top
of the bread plate with the blade facing down, and the handle towards the right.
3. Flatware on the left side of the serving plate begins with the salad fork on the outside, and the
dinner fork on the inside.
4. Flatware on the right side of the serving plate, from the inside out, will consist of a dinner knife,
soup spoon, and tea spoon.
5. Place a water glass above the dinner knife.
6. Place the wine glass to the right of the water glass.
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHEDRAL SCHOOL, INC
39 Lantana St., Cubao, Quezon City, Philippines
Tel. No.: (02)-727-2742 to 44, 7358-1469, 721-6899, 721-7078
C. Formal Table Setting
It is used at fine-dining restaurants, formal events, and black-tie weddings.
Design for a six-course meal including appetizer, soup, salad, a starch, a protein, and dessert, this
setting employs more flatware and glassware than the other settings.
Steps to create a formal table setting:
1. Begin by placing an ironed tablecloth on the table.
2. A serving plate goes in the center of the place setting. A charger plate can also be used beneath
the serving plate.
3. A bread plate should be placed to the top left of the serving plate. Place a butter knife on top of
the bread plate with the blade facing down, and the handle towards the right.
4. Flatware on the left side of the serving plate with the salad fork on the outside, and the dinner
fork on the inside.
5. Flatware on the right side of the serving plate, from the inside out, will consist of a dinner knife,
salad knife, soup spoon, and tea spoon.
6. All flatware should be evenly spaced, and the bottoms should line up with the bottom of the
serving plate.
7. The dessert spoon should be placed directly above the serving plate, in horizontal alignment with
the handle towards the right.
8. Place a water glass above the dinner knife.
9. Place the white wine glass below the water glass and slightly to the right.
10. Place the red wine glass above the white wine glass and slightly to the right.
11. A cup and saucer should be placed above the soup spoon and slightly to the right.
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHEDRAL SCHOOL, INC
39 Lantana St., Cubao, Quezon City, Philippines
Tel. No.: (02)-727-2742 to 44, 7358-1469, 721-6899, 721-7078
Directions: Write True if the statement is correct and False if it is incorrect.
1. The water glass is placed directly above the knife.
2. Napkins are always placed to the left of the forks.
3. Bread plates are placed to the left of the main plate.
4. In a formal setting, the first utensil to be used is the one closest to the plate.
5. Salad forks are smaller than dinner forks and should be placed outside of the dinner fork.
“A proper table setting provides no place for a cellphone.” – Frank Sonnenberg