The Diferences Between Chinese & Western Table Manners How much do you know about table manners? TablewaresThe order of dishes in the WestDinner start with a small dish, which is often called a starter. After the starter you will get a bowl of soup.The next dish is the main course, it usually is a beefsteak. After that, a vegetable salad will be served.Then a delicious dessert will appear at the table. At last there is a cup of tea or coffee. The order of dishes in Chinav The meal usually begins