As a kid growing up in the 60s and 70s, one of the things we did as a family was eat dinner. We always set the table with the whole deal: plate, silverware, glasses, napkins. It was a ritual of sorts to set the table. Both my sister and I learned how to set a dinner table for our daily meals, and we also learned how to set a table for a special occasion. This was back in the day before there was Martha Stewart to guide us to setting a beautiful table. But there was always special china, the fork on the left, the knife and spoon on the right, a nice folded napkin, water glasses and wine glasses for the adults. There was also always a centerpiece, usually themed to the holiday, sometimes with candles, sometimes flowers, or even both!
There's a special feeling when you see a perfectly set table. Somehow you just know that a beautiful table means a very good meal, and really good fellowship with friends and family.
Think about the last time you sat down to a special meal, with beautiful place settings. It wasn't just the actual setting, there's a sense in your soul that this will be a meal to remember. We had so many of these kinds of family meals! Here we were in 1967, family gathered around the table, Mom's china place settings -- the grownups even have their wine already!
Even if it's not a special occasion, set an elegant table, and see how different your meal can be!
Bon Appetit!
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