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HO CHI MINH CITY UNIVERSITY OF TRANSPORT BUSINESS ETIQUETTE TOPIC: The differences about dinning skills between BE of the internation and BE of Vietnam CLASS: IEC20PL2 Student name : Nhung Tran Thi Phuong Instructor : MSc Ngoc Nguyen Huu Submission : september 8th 2021 Email: Iec20pl471@ut.edu.vn I TABLE Place setting Vietnam Internation - How to arrange a Vietnamese-style dining In international style, when table, it should be noted that on the dining preparing a dining table table, there should be a tablecloth Towels people often : must be spread carefully and neatly, and the -put the pad on the table cloth must not be wrinkled - the plate is placed in the – Napkins are placed neatly on platters, center of the plate cups/bowls are placed face down on a plate - Salad plates are usually with napkins right in front of the guest placed on top of the plate position This set of utensils must be placed -If you are starting with in front of the diners' sitting position, about soup, place the soup on top 2cm from the edge of the table To impress, of the salad plate reduce boredom, napkins can be folded into -On the left side of the many shapes to increase the aesthetics of the plate, place the fork dining table -On the right side of the Pay attention when setting chopsticks, so pay plate, place it closest to the attention to place the chopsticks on the plate, then the chairman chopstick holder, the chopsticks are placed -Right above the knife, put on the right hand of the customer the cup of water – Spoons or spoons can be placed in many -Put the water glass on the different ways to suit and have harmony right and a little higher, put between the utensils on the dining table The the wine glass or other spoon or spoon is placed on the spoon holder storage to the left of the user In case there is a spoon -If using the gold shaker to eat rice, put the spoon to eat rice instead of and customizing each client, the position of the spoon, move the spoon to place them on a flat surface the top parallel to the plate Otherwise, place them near – The cup/bowl containing the sauce is the center of the table, or if placed in front of the bowl/bowl using a long, rectangular – A glass of water is placed in front of the table, place them in the chopsticks, about 1cm away center of each end - Items such as toothpicks, salt-pepper jars, -If using a card place, place flower pots are neatly and neatly placed in the card on a flat surface the middle of the table Inllustration References https://www.vietn amparadisetravel com/blog/vietna m-table-manners https://thietbibuff et.vn/cach-sapxep-ban-an-kieua-kieu-au-kieuviet-nam/ During the Meal Vietnam Internation References A Vietnamese meal is a courtesy of young people to elders before and after eating The meal only begins when all family members sit around the table or tray, then The older one will eat first At the dinner table, the oldest man first begins by saying "let's all eat dinner" Then the younger people will invite the whole family to eat and then start eating Vietnamese people like to chat during meals After a tiring day of work, dinner is a great time for them to sit together with their families, tell each other funny stories, and share family's daily stories to create a warm atmosphere and help them relax It is natural for all family members to understand each other In Vietnam, people eat loudly and slurp not because they eat impolitely, but they show delicious and attractive food However, chopsticks are not acceptable When someone pauses between eating, chopsticks will be placed level with the food in the bowl People who eat them should not put them in the food bowl because it is not only disrespectful, but the chopsticks are also easily thrown out, spilling the food on the table Furthermore, this is usually done during funerals or funerals offerings at the ancestral shrine After eating, Vietnamese people never use chopsticks to wipe their mouth or teeth instead of tissues or napkins because this action is impolite According to the dining etiquette of the international business culture, asking for permission before and after eating is not a habit of everyone, except for waiters and waitresses Some Catholics make a habit of offering thanks before meals Here is a prayer for thanksgiving used by the Catholic faith: This supper, Father, is a sign of your love for us: Bless us and our food, and assist us in giving you praise every day Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ Amen! People also rarely talk during meals, they consider it an act of impolite They eat slowly and chew with their mouths closed They avoid making noise when shoveling food into their mouths and from forks and knives If for any reason they have to leave the table in time meal, apologize quietly to those present without having to explain why you're leaving, but don't just get up and leave when intending to just go out for a while and then come back people usually place your napkin, loosely folded, on the seat of their chair Inllustration https://www.academi a.edu/35729969? fbclid=IwAR3ypb8jJ _nKA1wjuS4jcVLE2 XUEPXbkiJqJ_JdA8 _EFtuyLEGZctS7jgo Image source: aFamily Ater the meal Vietnam Internation References After eating, Vietnamese people usually It is not polite to leave the table too soon after the Vietnamese have finished their meal because others may think that you not want to talk to them Therefore, if dining at the host's house, people often show their respect by staying and talking to others when they have finished their meal; as well as helping the host to prepare dessert It's typical of Vietnamese culture Make sure to tell the host that you're satisfied with the meal, and compliment their dedication and ingenuity This action shows your appreciation for the host's work Your landlord will be grateful if you offer to help clean, even though they won't let you it In addition, sometimes Vietnamese people also tip the restaurant staff if they feel satisfied with the meal When at a restaurant , the person eats first and they intentionally want to invite customers to be their partners or benefits , they will go to the counter and pay the bill in advance And if you are the one invited, remember to send the owner a thank you -When they finish eating, place the handles of the knife and fork at 4:00 on the plate -The tip of the knife and the tines of the fork point to 10:00 on the plate -The tines of the fork are turned up, and the cutting edge of the knife blade always faces inward toward the fork After finishing the meal, people are usually discreet about paying the bill They often try to arrange not to bring the receipt to the table If the ticket is brought to the table, they will usually deftly pick it up and check the total without comment Place the check face down on the tray in a folder with the card or money underneath They always avoid letting others know how much the meal costs It's safe to assume that if you're the one who invites the guests, you'll be the one to choose the tab You should at least offer to pay the bill if a client or investor invites you to discuss something that could be profitable for you If they insist on paying, agree to pay at least half of your bill and leave it at that If someone else offers to pay the bill, never dispute it; you can go once and then simply thank the payer for their kindness and offer to review the bill the next time In addition, people often have the habit of tipping the service staff there as a thank you for their enthusiastic service Inllustration https://www.vietn amparadisetravel com/blog/vietna m-table-manners Image source: aFamily II-DRINKING Water & Ice Vietnam Internation References Like most other countries in the world, in Vietnamese banquets are often served filtered water and ice in addition to alcoholic or soft drinks It is usually poured in a glass, so if you are a woman, when drinking water, Vietnamese people often avoid letting lipstick stick to the glass because it makes them feel unsightly So women's glasses of water are often included with a straw To be courteous at the table, not hold ice in your mouth when sipping drinks with ice or crushed ice Table manners for drinking water and ice On the dining tables are often served filtered water and ice When drinking, you should drink it slowly instead of drinking it all at once, no matter how thirsty you are When drinking drinks with ice or crushed ice, not keep ice in your mouth to show courtesy on the table - If you are a woman, you should avoid putting lipstick on the glass So women's glasses of water are often included with a straw https://www.etiqu ettescholar.com/d ining_etiquette/ta ble_manners/din ner_etiquette/bev erages.html Inllustration Coffee and tea Vietnam Internation References Green tea is the most often consumed beverage in Vietnamese houses, and you will be served tea if you visit a local family Because the taste is fairly harsh, avoid drinking this tea in the evening if you have difficulties sleeping Tea is useful for both casual and business meetings, as well as passing the time In Vietnam, unlike China and Japan, there are no precise rules for drinking tea When your cup is almost empty, the host will refill it with more tea If you're pouring the tea yourself, make sure to pour the host's and others' cups first, then ours During your travel to Central Vietnam, you may find the best coffee in the Central Highlands, which is known as the land of coffee cultivation There are numerous cafes in tourist areas around Vietnam; however, in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, you may sample the famous "ice milk coffee" on the pavements This coffee is blended with condensed milk to mask the strong and bitter flavor, making it ideal for individuals who want a milder cup of coffee The greatest leaf tea is freshly brewed To dilute the brewed tea, a second pot of hot water is utilized and poured directly into the cup Soak the tea bags, then place two or three in a pot of boiling water and pour the tea when the kettle is full Empty sugar packets and individual ice cream cans should be squeezed Then, on the rim of your dish or butter plate, place them People frequently place their spoon on a plate or saucer rather than in a coffee or tea cup or mug Taking ice from your water to cool hot drinks is also not recommended in international style They never put donuts, cookies, or anything else in their coffee because they consider it impolite and unsanitary unless they are in a surreal place where the standard is drink alcohol They don't crook your pinkie when drinking from a cup-an affectation that went out with the Victorians Inllustration https://www.vietnamparadiset ravel.com/blog/vietnamtable-manners https://www.etiquettescholar com/dining_etiquette/table_ manners/dinner_etiquette/be verages.html? fbclid=IwAR2jzCbV5NqBSH lfVldwdkNnN_SrupQ9mbrjF slygptLmRjU7HgBEZMHap M https://trahoa.com.vn/bai-viet/uong-tra-hoa-nhai-nhu-the-nao-cho-dung-cach-40 Alcoholic Beverages Vietnam Internation References When it comes to drinking alcohol, hard liqueurs aren’t a favorite Instead, people go for something smooth with a lower percentage of alcohol like rice wine, or beer Plus, the point here is to enjoy the meal, not to get drunk Therefore, drink in moderation if you’re offered a glass of rice wine or a can of beer Of course, children aren’t allowed to touch any alcoholic drinks + At sitting parties, people often serve alcohol and soft drinks You should not drink alcohol while the mouth has food, should not drink too much will lose consciousness If you can't drink alcohol, put your glass down on the table, when raising the glass, it can be replaced with soft drink, you can raise the glass with wine, but you just need to gently touch your lips and then lower the glass + When finished eating, you should also leave the utensils parallel in the plate to serve to clean up If you accidentally drop something, don't panic, sit still and someone will come clean it up While attending a party, communication skills may not be enough, but also your eating style will clearly show your style, so eat "beautifully" to make people feel -Alcohol drinks served at tables and at parties have their own manners according to international business culture: +Only drink when there is no food in your mouth +Sipping rather than swallowing +If you are a woman, don't put on too much lipstick so that your drinking glasses are stained - beers are frequently given in bottles with an empty glass so that the drinker may control the pour and tip -The only inedible item you should keep in your cocktail glass is a straw; skewers and miniature paper umbrellas should be kept on your table or bread plate At parties, keep such extras in a napkin until you find a waste container Eat the garnish included in your cocktail if you want Wine is very popular in international meals because it shows the nobility and elegance of the person drinking it A traditional red wine glass has a bowl wide enough to hold the wine in your hand, allowing the wine to be subtly warmed in the palm of your hand This large bowl also allows you to swirl the wine and sample the bouquet centered around the rim White wine glasses have a longer stem and a slimmer sphere than red wine glasses The longer stem keeps your fingers away from the glass so the wine stays as cool as possible The slender sphere helps maintain the vibrancy of the wine Inllustration https://www.etiq uettescholar.co m/dining_etique tte/table_manne rs/dinner_etique tte/beverages.ht ml https://www.etiq uettescholar.co m/dining_etique tte/wine_etiquett e/wine_tasting_e tiquette.html https://oldworldwine.vn/Do-uong-co-con Alcohol and Business Negotiations Vietnam Internation References In Vietnam, business exchanges are incomplete without alcohol; people frequently compel one other to drink, and refusing to so can result in a variety of issues, such as the person providing wine believing you lack respect Vietnamese folks toast one other in most business meetings to establish a sense of intimacy People, on the other hand, drink in moderation to ensure that they are aware enough during the talk and avoid making costly blunders Alcohol is highly common in business discussions, according to worldwide business culture; they drink to enjoy themselves, not to get intoxicated because this can impact their quality of life meeting Europeans can create their own judgements through the usage of wine with meals or accompaniments such as cigars, which can have a significant influence in business decisions in the future or now Inllustration https://crosscult ure2go.com/neg otiation-skillsinternationalbusiness/ https://www.etiq uettescholar.co m/dining_etique tte/table_manne rs/dinner_etique tte/beverages.ht ml