Setting a water glass at the table follows specific guidelines, typically positioning it above the main dining knife on the right side of the plate setting.
General Water Glass Placement
As a general rule in formal or standard table settings, the water glass is placed on the right-hand side of the guest's setting.
Here's the standard positioning:
- The water glass, often a crystal water goblet, is placed just above the main dining knife.
- This placement remains the same regardless of whether the guest is right-handed or left-handed.
Setting Multiple Glasses
When setting the table with multiple glasses, such as for wine in addition to water, they are typically arranged in a specific order to maintain neatness and accessibility.
For a neat and spacious arrangement involving three glasses (commonly water, red wine, and white wine):
- Line them up parallel to your table's edge.
- Position this line of glasses on the right-hand side of the setting.
- Ensure they are placed above the main dining knife and spoon. The water glass is usually the one closest to the plate or slightly above the other glasses.
Key Points for Setting
- Position: Always on the right, above the knife.
- Type of Glass: Often a water goblet in formal settings.
- Consistency: Same placement for all guests, left or right-handed.
- Multiple Glasses: Arrange in a line parallel to the table edge, above the knife and spoon.
Following these simple guidelines ensures your table setting is correct and elegant.
