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Let's Have Lunch
Ease the Pressure & Make It Meaningful

"Food is our common ground, a universal experience."
James Beard


 

A more relaxed dress code in the office offers opportunities to invite clients for a casual lunch and build strong client relationships but remember to be specific when explaining the purpose of the meeting. To ensure an successful outcome, it's all about the details, your choice of restaurant is key and it helps to be acquainted with the Maitre d" of several local restaurants in the area. Familiarize yourself the wait staff, the best tables and the menus so you can make recommendations on menu choices. Good table manners and dining etiquette show a level of education as there are protocols to follow and faux pas to be avoided! When you are comfortable and relaxed, you can concentrate on the business at hand and conduct a successful off-site meeting. 

 

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      TOPICS COVERED

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  • Hosting a Casual Business Meal

  • Building Restaurant Connections

  • Discussing Business Productively

  • Concluding the Meeting & Meaningful Follow-Ups

  • Table Etiquette

  • US and European Dining Styles

  • Dining Locally, Eating Globally

  • Do's & Don'ts at the Table

  • Understanding Your Place Setting

  • Making Helpful Menu Recommendations

  • Buffet Meals   

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  Manners Matter LLC - New York City/Bergen County

                www.mannersmatteretiquette.com       

                     

                      Theresa Salameno

                Founder & Managing Director

                mannersmatterusa@gmail.com     

         tsalamenomannersmatter12@gmail.com

       

       Francesca Calabrese, Director of Development

            fcalabresemannersmatter20@gmail.com

              

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Theresa Salameno, Founder and Managing Director of Manners Matter LLC trained in London as an executive chef and earned a degree in Hotel & Catering Administration. 

Ms. Salameno worked in the hospitality industry for more than 20 years and the experiences from her extensive international travel bring a personal aspect to the hands-on programs she offers. Having hosted and planned numerous business dinners and black tie formal events Ms. Salameno understands the  importance of protocols and meticulous planning

                   

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