TED-Ed: How to set the table - Anna Post

This video tutorial provides a comprehensive guide on traditional table setting etiquette. It covers the correct placement of utensils, plates, and glasses, emphasizing the importance of starting from the outside and working inwards. The tutorial also explains the significance of pointing knife blades towards the plate and offers mnemonic devices to remember the arrangement of bread, meal, and water. Additionally, it highlights the importance of setting the table with only necessary items and provides tips for napkin placement. The video aims to help viewers confidently set a table for any occasion.

How should the dessert spoon be positioned when setting the table?

What mnemonic can help you remember the placement of the drinks and bread plate?