Generally speaking, the allocation of seats is "respect the east" and "respect the door". If it is a round table, the main escort should face the serving direction at the gate, and the deputy escort should sit directly opposite the main escort. The host and guests sit on the left and right of the host. Three guests and four guests sit on the left and right sides of the assistant respectively. In short, the closer to the position of the guest of honor, the more respected the position. At the same distance, the left side is better than the right side.
If it is a square table, the host and hostess sit at one end, followed by mixed guests, the male guests sit on the right of the host and the female guests sit on the right of the hostess. However, this kind of banquet square table generally appears abroad, and China is still dominated by round tables.
If you are the host, you should wait at the door before the guests come. If you are invited, you should obey the host's arrangement and sit down. If the guests are particularly distinguished and have a high level of leadership, the host will give up the position of the host and sit in the position of the guest of honor.
It is best to wash your hands before meals, but be careful not to leave water stains on your hands. When eating, guests can't start to pick up food until the host moves the first chopsticks.
Be civilized when you clip vegetables, don't stare at a bowl of food clips, and it is not advisable to clip too many dishes at a time; Wait until it's your turn to cook. Don't pick up the food at the next table, and don't stand up to pick up the food opposite. It's ugly. Don't change tables when others are picking vegetables; Don't make a sound when drinking soup; Don't eat too fast, chewing slowly is suitable for digestion;
Don't talk to others with food in your mouth; Don't play with chopsticks and plates; If the other party doesn't need to help with the food, don't give it to others easily; Don't pick your teeth with your hands after eating. Pick your teeth with a toothpick and cover them with a tablecloth. Don't leave easily unless other guests have finished eating. Put down chopsticks to show respect when others are talking.