Now that banquets are inseparable from our lives, what are the types and forms of banquets?

Banquets can be divided into state banquets, family banquets, formal banquets and informal banquets. Judging from the holding time, it can be divided into breakfast meeting, lunch meeting and dinner meeting. In addition, there are work banquets, cold meals, tea parties and cocktail parties. The following are some common banquet forms in daily life.

1. Work banquet

Work banquet is a common informal banquet in people's daily communication, and only people related to work are invited. Use this time to talk about work while eating, and the seats are generally arranged according to the positions of the participants.

2. Cold dinner party (free banquet)

This kind of banquet is generally suitable for meetings and parties, which is characterized by no seats and the dishes are mainly cold or hot. The tableware used is placed on the dining table. You can take it yourself or ask the waiter to bring it. This form is convenient for guests to eat, eat and talk freely, and the banquet specifications can be high or low.

3. Cocktail party

This form is more lively and can be used for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Entertainment is mainly drinks, snacks are slightly prepared, there is no big dining table, only small tables and coffee tables, which are convenient for guests to walk and talk. There is no limit to when guests arrive and leave.

4. Real estate

Family banquets are mainly held in families, and can also be held in hotels under special circumstances. This kind of banquet is mainly to entertain relatives and friends, celebrate blessings and so on. , and mainly includes wedding banquets, birthday banquets, birthday banquets, family gatherings, family gatherings, classmates gatherings, etc. This kind of banquet is usually hosted by the whole family, and the host often cooks in person. Of course, you can also invite chefs or restaurants to order food. The form, scale and specifications of family banquet depend on the nature, content, purpose and number of people.

5. Tea party

A relatively simple form of entertainment. Generally used for New Year's Day or other festivals, the unit invites relevant personnel to hold tea parties to exchange thoughts and feelings, and students can also hold tea parties after graduation. This form is simple and economical, with tea and sugar. Tea parties are generally located in living rooms or conference rooms, classrooms, etc. There is no restaurant. There should be a main seat when arranging seats for the tea party, so that leaders and distinguished guests can arrange seats when they come. Some tea parties invite guests to drink tea and chat. This form needs the careful arrangement of tea and tea sets, and has certain characteristics, reflecting the characteristics of the tea party. Tea parties are usually held around 3 pm, and some are held at 10 am or 7 pm.