From table to table culture: etiquette and customs of Chinese placemats
In China's long-standing culinary culture, the dining table is not only a place to taste delicious food, but also an important stage to showcase etiquette and customs. From the careful selection of ingredients to the exquisite matching of tableware, every detail contains profound cultural heritage. Among them, as a small supporting role on the table, the dining mat carries etiquette and customs that cannot be ignored, and becomes a bridge connecting food and culture.
Meal mat: an elegant decoration on the dining table
A placemat, as the name suggests, is an object placed on the dining table to protect the tabletop from damage such as oil stains and heat. However, in traditional Chinese culture, the role of placemats goes far beyond that. It is not only a practical item, but also an important component of dining table aesthetics. A delicate placemat can instantly enhance the overall style of the dining table, creating a warm and elegant dining atmosphere.
The ancient people were extremely particular about the choice of placemats, whether it was material, pattern, or color, they needed to be coordinated with the food on the table and the overall environment. The jade table is paired with luxurious jade placemats, while the solid wood table is paired with antique and elegant linen placemats. Every detail reveals the owner's taste and elegance. As the ancients said, 'Wine and wine in the dark cup'. Exquisite cups can still inspire the poet's talent, let alone the placemats between those inches?
The culture of placemats in table etiquette
In China, table manners are an important component of traditional culture. The principles of orderly growth and differentiation of status are reflected one by one at the dining table. A placemat, as a small item on the dining table, also carries certain ceremonial significance.
At a formal banquet, the host will carefully select placemats based on the guests' status and place them in front of each guest's table. This is not only a way to show respect to guests, but also an important way to showcase the host's hospitality. At the same time, guests should also follow certain etiquette norms during the dining process, such as not moving the placemat at will, not using the placemat as a miscellaneous tray, etc., to avoid damaging the overall beauty and harmonious atmosphere of the dining table.
Yiwu Jiehao Bamboo and Wood Products Co., Ltd.: The inheritor of placemat culture
When it comes to the production and sales of placemats, we cannot ignore Yiwu Jiehao Bamboo and Wood Products Co., Ltd. located in Zone 4 of Yiwu International Trade City, China. The company was founded in 2016 and is a company specializing in the processing and sales of bamboo and wood products. With its exquisite craftsmanship and high-quality product quality, Jiehao Bamboo and Wood has won a good reputation in the industry.
In the field of placemats, Jiehao Bamboo and Wood has innovatively integrated traditional elements with modern design, creating a series of placemat products that not only conform to modern aesthetics but also contain profound cultural heritage. These placemats are not only made of environmentally friendly materials, durable and easy to clean, but also have exquisite patterns and rich colors, which can meet the needs of different consumers. Whether it's a family gathering or a business banquet, Jiehao's bamboo and wood placemats can become a beautiful scenery on the dining table.
Conclusion: From the dining table to the dining table culture, the etiquette and customs of Chinese placemats are a product of the combination of traditional culture and modern life. It not only reflects the Chinese people's love and pursuit of food, but also shows the profound cultural heritage of the Chinese nation and the demeanor of a nation of etiquette. In the future, let us continue to inherit and carry forward this excellent cultural tradition, so that every detail on the dining table emits charming charm.
