Pop Culture: Tips Of Planning A Perfect Dinner

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Dinnertime is a small portion of our busy day, when we are given time to enjoy the presence of our families. Everyone talks, laughs, and has a pleasant time. Only about 59% of families eat dinner together five times a week. This number shows me that something is wrong with the way people around the world are approaching meal time. These are some tips on planning a perfect dinner for the whole family. Conversation at the table is crucial to make everyone feel comfortable. Politics, goals in life, work-the possibilities are endless. Those topics are just a few of the many dinner time subjects. One popular table discussion is pop culture. Pop culture is everywhere. It is the music I listen to, the books I read, and the clothes I wear. When at dinner, I can also converse about my likes and dislikes. Not everyone loves and hates the same things as other. This will give me a little insight as to what my brother’s new favorite color is or which food my mom loathes. I can learn so much about one person and make connections with them, even if I am living under the same roof as they are. …show more content…

I must take into consideration the setting of the environment in which the meal will be held. Obviously, I would not want to use a ‘happy birthday’ tablecloth for a Thanksgiving dinner, just like it would not make sense to have loud music playing in the background. However, gentle, quiet music will make the guests feel welcome in my home. I also have to try and use soft, low lighting to create a warm atmosphere. In addition to the lighting and music, I need to keep in mind that everyone's taste differs, so salt and pepper in the center of the table is essential, as is napkins and the proper