What does the banquet mean?

The ancients sat on the floor, and "banquets" and "seats" all sat on the floor. The annotation of Ji Yan in Zhou Li Spring Palace Temple says: "Spread the floor and say banquet, learn from it.". It means: what is spread on the ground is called "banquet" and what is spread on "banquet" is called "mat". Therefore, the word "banquet" began to become the floorboard of seating. In the Book of Songs, there is a saying of "banquet", and the word "banquet" means wine. The Book of Rites, which describes the Warring States, Qin and Han Dynasties, said: "Set up a banquet, Chen Zunzu, and set up beans." At this time, the banquet also contains the meaning of a grand and formal banquet. In this sense, the word "banquet" was used, and later it specifically referred to banquet.

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During the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, Qi has always dominated the vassal States with the wind of great powers, and won the reputation of "fertile soil in the world, and no one in Qi can prosper". During this period, the food culture in Qi area gradually formed and developed, and became one of the important components of the food culture in China. Linzi is the old capital of Qi.

Linzi folk wedding banquet is the most representative, grand and elegant banquet form. The serving procedure of a general banquet is: chopsticks, tobacco and alcohol → four dried and four fresh dishes → four cold dishes, four hot dishes → spoons → chunks → bowls → chunks → cutting vegetables → rice (soup) dishes → rice (staple food).

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1, enjoy the whole people, don't whisper.

Most banquets have more guests, so try to talk about topics that most people can participate in and get the approval of most people. Because of different personal hobbies and knowledge, the topic should not be too biased as far as possible, so as not to be dominated by one family, far apart, and talk endlessly, leading to digression and ignoring everyone. In particular, try not to whisper to others and give others a sense of mystery, which will often cause jealousy of "just you two" and affect the effect of drinking.

2, aim at both sides, grasp the overall situation

Most banquets have a theme, that is, the purpose of drinking. When you go to eat, you should first look at the expressions around you and prioritize. Don't drink for the sake of drinking, and you lose a good chance to make friends, let alone let some grandstanding drinkers disturb the host's meaning.

3. Appropriate language and humor

The wine table can show a person's talent, common sense, self-cultivation and communication etiquette. Sometimes a humorous language will leave a deep impression on the guests and make people feel good about you invisibly. Therefore, it is very important to know when to say something, to use appropriate language, and to be humorous.

4, moderate persuasion, don't force.

On the wine table, you often encounter the phenomenon of persuading wine. Some people always like to regard the wine field as a battlefield and try their best to persuade others to drink more, thinking that it is unrealistic to drink enough.

"Talk about heroes with wine" is ok for people who drink a lot, but it is difficult for people who drink less. Sometimes, excessive persuasion will completely destroy the feelings of the original friends.

5. Toast in an orderly way, with clear priorities.

Baking bread is also a science. Generally speaking, a toast should be made in the order of age, position and the status of the guest and the host. Before toasting, we must fully consider the order of toasting and distinguish between primary and secondary. In order to drink with people you don't know, you should first find out your identity, or pay attention to what others call you, so as not to be embarrassed or hurt your feelings.

When toasting, you must grasp the order of toasting. If you want to have a guest at the dinner table, you should be respectful to him, but you should pay attention to the fact that if someone with higher status or older people is present, you should not only be respectful to those who can help you, but also propose a toast to the respected elders first, otherwise everyone will be embarrassed.

6. Read words and understand people's hearts.

If you want to get everyone's appreciation on the wine table, you must learn to read and read. When dealing with people, we must understand people's hearts, so that we can play a good role on the wine table.

7, the edge is gradually exposed, sit firmly on Mount Tai.

At the banquet, you should see the occasion clearly, correctly evaluate your own strength, don't be too impulsive, try to keep some alcohol and talk, don't let others underestimate yourself and don't show yourself too much, choose the right time, and gradually radiate your own edge, so that you can sit firmly on Mount Tai, don't give others the idea of this ability, and let everyone dare not underestimate your strength.

1- seat

Generally speaking, the seating order is "Zuo Zun Dong" and "Zun Men". If it is a round table, the host and guests face the gate. In terms of the distance from the host and guest, the closer the host and guest are, the more respected they are. At the same distance, the left side is more respected than the right side. If it is a square table, if there is a seat facing the gate, the seat on the right side of the gate is the host and guest. If it is not facing the gate, the right seat on the east side is the chief.

If it is a big banquet, the arrangement between tables should pay attention to the chief, with 2, 4 and 6 seats on the left and 3, 5 and 7 seats on the right. According to the identity and status of the host and guests, relatives and friends should sit separately.

If you are the host, you should arrive early, then wait at the door and show the seats to the guests. If you are invited, you should be seated according to the host's arrangement.

Generally speaking, if your boss is present, you should lead him to the main seat and ask the customer to sit on the left side of the main seat, which is the highest level. Unless the host's leadership level is very high.

Step 2: Order food.

If time permits, you should wait for most of the guests to arrive, distribute the menu to the guests and invite them to order. Of course, as a business banquet, you will worry about the budget. Therefore, it is most important to control the budget and do more homework before you cook. More importantly, choose a suitable place for your guests, so that they can have a great understanding of your budget. In addition, generally speaking, you pay the bill, the guests are not too embarrassed, and you are the host. If your boss is also at the banquet, don't let him/her order after eating a lot of banquets just because he/she respects him/her or thinks he/she has rich social experience, unless he/she asks. Otherwise he will feel that he is not decent enough.

If you are a frequent party guest, you should know that you should not take the initiative to order food, but let the host order food. If the other party asks in good faith, you can order a dish that is not too expensive or taboo. Remember to consult the people at the table, especially ask "yes"