For 5 people to eat, you can order 2 cold dishes + 3 hot dishes + 1 soup. There should be at least 1 vegetarian dish among the hot dishes.

If it’s winter, consider reducing cold dishes and increasing hot dishes. If there are women and children present, 1-2 dessert dishes should be included. If the elderly are present, order some dishes that are easy to digest.

The function of cold dishes is that hot dishes usually take a while to be served, while cold dishes are usually served very quickly, making it easier to eat and chat while waiting.

Be particular about the seating arrangements at the wine table

As the host, you should arrive in advance to check the seating arrangement of the wine table and guide the guests to their seats. Generally speaking, Chinese food is served at a round table, and the seat facing the door on the wine table is the main seat, that is, the core person who invites everyone to join in the meal.

Guest of honor: In China, the guest of honor is on the right side of the host. The first person on the guest side is usually a leader-level figure. They can be arranged according to their position or age.

Deputy guest of honor: To the left of the host is the deputy guest of honor. He is the second in line to the guests. He is the second core person at the wine table. He is usually the person who comes with the leader. If necessary Stand up for the leader to drink.

Associate: The second person who entertains guests, and the main function is to encourage guests to drink.

Escort: It is the third person in charge of the guests. Its main responsibility is to take care of the guests of honor together with the host.

The other seats can be arranged downwards according to seniority and position.