Set The Table

The bestselling business book from award-winning restauranteur Danny Meyer, of Union Square Cafe, Gramercy Tavern, and Shake Shack Seventy-five percent of all new restaurant ventures fail, and of those that do stick around, only a few become icons. Danny Meyer started Union Square Cafe when he was 27, with a good idea and hopeful investors. He is now the co-owner of a restaurant empire. How did he do it? How did he beat the odds in one of the toughest trades around? In this landmark book, Danny shares the lessons he learned developing the dynamic philosophy he calls Enlightened Hospitality. The tenets of that philosophy, which emphasize strong in-house relationships as well as customer satisfaction, are applicable to anyone who works in any business. Whether you are a manager, an executive, or a waiter, Danny’s story and philosophy will help you become more effective and productive, while deepening your understanding and appreciation of a job well done. Setting the Table is landmark a motivational work from one of our era’s most gifted and insightful business leaders.

This hip, fabric-covered guide includes creative ways to style a table--whether for a sit-down dinner, cocktail party, brunch buffet, picnic in the park, and other fun get-togethers Whether you live in a small apartment or sprawling suburban kitchen, How to Set a Table features stylish, modern ideas for welcoming family and friends in your home. This gift book, wrapped in a pretty, printed fabric, serves as a practical step-by-step guide to entertaining--with extra information on etiquette, place setting basics, centerpieces, mixing and matching, essential glassware, and napkin folds. With unexpected ideas for using all the great tableware you can find at flea markets, chain stores, or around the house, How to Set a Table updates a classic topic for a new generation of hosts.

Bohemian ideas and inspiration that set the scene for lively, intimate meals with friends and loved ones.

"Home Comforts" meets Miss Manners in this elegant, comprehensive guide to the table -- an invaluable resource for every aspect of formal and informal dining and entertainment. 130 line drawings throughout. 16 pages of color photos.

Do you want more free book summaries like this? Download our app for free at https://www.QuickRead.com/App and get access to hundreds of free book and audiobook summaries. The Transforming Power of Hospitality in Business Those with a passion for food and hospitality often dream of opening up their own restaurant or becoming the next celebrity chef. And why not? After all, it seems as if restaurateurs and celebrity chefs live a life surrounded by good food, great drinks, and even better people. People pursue this passion because they believe that their love of food is enough, but these people also struggle, and more often than not, they fail. Opening a restaurant is more than just having a passion for food, it’s also about learning the business of an increasingly competitive industry. Author Danny Meyer is one of the most successful restaurateurs in the United States because of his passion for hospitality and his knowledge of the business. So if you want to learn how to build a restaurant empire like Danny Meyer, then keep on reading! As you read, you’ll learn how to adopt a successful business model, why it's important to give to the community, and how you can go the extra mile in treating your guests.

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“How does it work? From the outside to the inside? And how should I eat these prawns without half of it falling off?” Don’t worry, you’re not alone. We’re all in the same boat. Who would still remember how to behave yourself at the table?! Well, with this book you’ll have an overview about the do’s and don’ts at the table. First, we’ll give you a glimpse into the preparation. For example, do you know how to plan a menu for ten people? Also, ‘The dinner etiquette: Everyone can set the table’ has all the information about how to set the table. Setting it and decorating it are both equally important. The category ‘The art of eating’ gives us answers to all the questions we’ve had flying around in our heads. There is a way to eat spaghetti without having tomato sauce all over you and well tell you how! We’ll also explain what the prayer is all about and how kids should behave, as well as problems that lefties could encounter. Nobody should say that eating is easy! It’s the exact opposite, but with this book you’ll have the perfect helper and are guaranteed to make a fabulous impression! In this sense – Bon appetite!

This beautiful guide includes creative ways to style a table - for dinner, a cocktail party, brunch, picnic in the park, and other fun occasions. Whatever the size of your home or budget, How to Set a Table features stylish, modern ideas for welcoming friends and family in your home. This pretty gift book serves as a practical step-by-step guide to entertaining - with information on etiquette, place setting basics, centerpieces, mixing and matching, essential glassware, napkin folds, and unexpected ideas for using the great tableware you can find at flea markets. How to Set a Table updates a classic topic for a new generation of hosts.