The Art of the Meal · Cultures and Communities

Dining Etiquette

Understanding the social norms of eating together and the structure of a formal French meal.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why is the 'table' considered such an important social space in French culture?
  2. 2How do French dining customs compare to your own family traditions?
  3. 3How does the pacing of a meal affect the way people communicate?

Ontario Curriculum Expectations

ON: Intercultural Understanding - Grade 9ON: Speaking - Grade 9
Grade: Grade 9
Subject: French / Modern Languages
Unit: The Art of the Meal
Period: Cultures and Communities

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