chapter eight Catering Arrangement 《会展英语》课件.pptVIP

Chapter Eight Catering Arrangement Learning Points I. Focus Reading: Food and beverage II. Situational Dialogues Dialogue A: Catering Arrangement for a Seminar Dialogue B: Confirming catering service III. Practical Writing Format of catering arrangement IV. Extended Reading The Development and Lessons of McDonald’s Section I Brainstorming Directions: Look at the photograph below and read the four statements related to the photograph, then choose the statement that best describes the photograph , and then answer the question followed. This is a place for _____ A. study B. holding conference C. chatting D. having dinner The types of conference catering may include .　　　　　　　 Possible answer: Chinese food; western food; banquet; buffet; local delicacy, etc. Section II Focus Reading Reading focus This part is to introduce the food and beverage. What should be noticed is the objectives of the meeting . ★It is advised to serve beverages and snacks during a mid-morning and a mid-afternoon break . Food and beverage Food-and-beverage functions should support the objectives of the meeting. If a corporation plans a three-day training meeting, it wants attendees to be alert and comfortable. This requires balanced, nutritious and appealing menus. An association holding a gala awards dinner may have somewhat different objectives. For the gala, the food must be memorable and spectacular and the atmosphere festive. You will be working closely with the catering manager, who will help you plan what food and beverages will be served, the type of service, seating arrangements and the décor. Provide the catering manager with the objectives for your event, as well as a history of your group’s food-and-beverage preferences, and other details, including date, time, location, budget, entertainment and presentations. The key is to satisfy attendees’ nutritional needs, as well as their expectations for a special dining experience and appropriate portions. Most food c