1. Seating etiquette

We should also pay attention to the corresponding etiquette when dining. For example, when you take a seat, first pull the chair back with your hands and then sit down. Remember not to push the chair away with your feet.

If you are a man, as a man, you must understand that what you should do at this time is to pull out the chair and invite the woman to sit down. Pay attention to your sitting posture before eating. You should sit upright and put your hands on your knees. Do not put your hands on the table or play with utensils.

2. Don’t talk on the phone at the dining table

In formal banquets, answering the phone at an inappropriate time is disrespectful to others. If you plan to answer the phone, be sure to leave the table first and politely say to the person at the same table: "I'm sorry, I'm going to take a call."

3. Ordering

A standard Chinese meal is usually served with cold dishes first, followed by hot stir-fry, followed by the main course, and then dim sum and soup. Of course, if If you feel a little tired of eating, you can have some desserts after the meal, and finally some fruits. You should also consider the taste of your guests when ordering.

4. Toast

Toast, the free toast can only be carried out after the first three group activities have ended. Free activities are not really free, they must be in order. The first few cups were all about mutual respect between leaders. You can just watch the fight between gods and gods. You can't clink glasses before the leader, otherwise the rules will be violated and the leaders on both sides will be unhappy.

5. Consider occupational taboos

Different professions also have some special taboos when it comes to eating. For example, civil servants cannot accept treats from others while performing their duties, and they cannot eat or drink excessively at official banquets. They cannot exceed the prescribed meal limit and cannot drink alcohol. Drivers are not allowed to drink alcohol while working, and they are not allowed to let customers make mistakes.

In business situations, do not order garlic, leeks and other foods, so as not to affect your breath and delay your work. On a more thoughtful note, you can add some mints after a meal to freshen your breath.