Set Out Eating Gear

It's time to get ready for the first (and possibly only) meal.

For an afternoon barbecue or picnic, you'll want to set out plates, cups and utensils, salt and pepper and condiments, napkins and placards, center pieces for the tables if you'll have them, and so on.

If you're having several meals, you can let the caterers, restaurant or hotel worry about getting everything out and ready. Check with service provides to make sure everything is scheduled for the time and place you intended.