“Too many people just eat to consume calories. Try dining for a change”. – John Walters
Also known as ‘service Anglais’, silver service originated in the upper-class country manors and esteemed estates of 19th Century Britain. Traditionally, waiting staff were given the Sunday evening off to be with their families and so the butler would fill in. Instead of laying plates on a table, the butler would go around the table, serving food to guests from a silver platter. Today, the practice is still used to add a touch of class to formal proceedings. Maintaining a stringent level of hygiene is essential to the silver service experience. And of course, alongside sparkling hygiene, a friendly, professional demeanour is essential.
This is a practical course under the direction of the Maitre d’ of the Relais Chateaux ‘ll Bottaccio’, Montignoso, this course will give the tools and skills to master. In the course you will learn how to Master the Silver Service Experience and to be able to host a silver service dinner. You will also learn how to host a dinner party taking you from preparation to serving and the rules of thumb guiding silver service entertainment and dining.
“All four elements were happening in equal measure – the cuisine, the wine, the service, and the overall ambience. It taught me that dining could happen at a spiritual level”. – Charlie Trotter
International Institute of Etiquette & Protocols 