The Business of Dining - by Debbie Von Ahrens

Book Synopsis

Debbie von Ahrens, a veteran of New York's top-tier dining establishments like Balthazar and One Fifth, blends her deep restaurant knowledge and executive-level experience to craft The Business of Dining. This guide offers a wealth of personal stories and practical advice, empowering readers to become exceptional restaurant guests and gracious hosts.

Inside this entertaining and educational guidebook, you'll discover:

• Culinary Language Mastery: Tips on pronouncing food and wine terms and decoding complex menu descriptions.

• Table Settings and Utensils: Step-by-step guidance on setting an elegant table, choosing the right utensils, and selecting proper stemware.

• Confidence-Building Etiquette: Learn how to enter a restaurant, engage with staff, and feel in control whether you're a guest or host.

• Front of House (FOH) Expertise: Gain insight into how the FOH staff creates a seamless dining experience.

• Savvy Ordering: Expert strategies for navigating cocktail menus, ordering confidently, and pairing wines like a pro.

• Hosting with Grace: How to create memorable gatherings, from seating arrangements to fostering conversation.

• Tipping Etiquette: Understand when and how to tip, showing appreciation for outstanding service.

Dining is about more than just food-it's about engagement, creating memorable experiences, and leaving lasting impressions. Whether you're dining with clients, friends, or simply refining your etiquette, The Business of Dining is your ultimate guide to mastering the art of dining with grace and poise. Take this journey through the world of restaurants and discover how the art of dining can empower you to succeed in every facet of life. Please buy your copy today!

Review Quotes

"For the aspiring business professional, The Business of Dining

charts a cumulative, career spanning road-map for becoming ac-

quainted with the world of fine dining."

Richard Kampert, Vice President - Global Banking

and Markets, Goldman, Sachs & Co.

"The Business of Dining is a fabulous guide to the full dining expe-

rience. I'm planning on keeping a copy on my phone so that I can

reference it when ordering wines, hosting events, and the like. I'm

sure to return to the handy bullet points, diagrams, and glossaries

regularly."

Justin Hulbert, Director of the Psychology Program

at Bard College

"The Business of Dining is a must-have addition to anyone's li-

brary, whether you go out to eat for a living or just want to enhance

your own experience. Debbie has written a thorough hosting/ din-

ing primer on all you need to know, literally from soup to nuts (or

cheese), including which fork to use, how to pronounce a food, read

a wine label, use and fold your napkin and so much more. I would

buy this book for every person in management, any sales force or

entertaining position. There isn't an adult who couldn't benefit from

the tips in this book!"

Joanne Cini, former SVP Sales and Marketing

NBC Television Stations

"There's no end to what I learned from this import-

ant guide. In our world of social media and online communication,

manners and a beautiful in person meal, set correctly, well ordered,

relaxing and comfortable couldn't be more important. Read this book.

Take notes. And enjoy!"

Walecia Konrad, financial journalist and content producer.

"A great educational and reference book to teach young sales pro-

fessionals how to be wonderful restaurant guests and world class

hosts for their customers. I certainly wish I had this knowledge and

reference as I was beginning my sales career!"

Steve Crowe, Fortune 50, Global Sales Executive