Refers to a self-service dining method, which is usually provided in hotels, restaurants, cafes, airlines or dining cars. In the buffet, diners can choose the dishes they want from the displayed food according to their own tastes and needs, and arrange the food according to their own preferences, quantity and ingredients.

It also has the following characteristics:

1, free choice: buffet allows guests to choose their own dishes freely, and choose food according to their personal tastes and needs, regardless of the fixed menu provided by the restaurant.

2, the quantity is affordable: Buffet usually provides a lot of food, which can make guests eat and live, and the price is relatively cheap, especially suitable for people who want to eat big.

3, safety and hygiene: buffet dishes are diverse, guests can choose their favorite food, can also add different ingredients according to personal preferences, but also can understand the ingredients of food, which can more effectively control the health and safety of food.

4. Good service: Even for a buffet, there should be a waiter to supervise the quality of the food at any time, clean the table at any time, collect dishes and cups, and provide drinks and tableware for the guests in time.

The origin of buffet can be traced back to Sweden in the18th century, where people held a kind of food called sm? rg？ Spader's banquet, which means "bread and table", is also held in spring and summer. In such festivals, people will freely choose food on tables filled with various dishes and celebrate with joy, wine and music.

185 1 year, the first World Expo was held in London, sm? rg？ Sbord was also introduced into Britain and gradually developed into an international catering form. At the beginning of the 20th century, with the development of tourism, commerce and aviation, buffet was welcomed by more and more people because of its convenience and variety.

The influence of buffet

The popularity of buffet is influenced by the global economy. During the economic boom, buffets are popular because of their unlimited quantity and variety. However, during the economic downturn and few choices for going out, buffets have also become a way to save money and taste various flavors.