To set the table for a meal, you will need several essential items: a dinner plate (plato), a fork (tenedor), a knife (cuchillo), a spoon (cuchara), a glass (vaso), and a napkin (servilleta). For a typical setting, you will need one of each item per person. If you are hosting four guests, for example, prepare four of each item to ensure everyone has what they need for the meal.
To begin setting the table, place the dinner plate in front of each chair. Next, position the fork to the left of the plate and the knife to the right, with the blade facing inwards. Place the spoon to the right of the knife. After that, set the glass above the knife, and finally, fold the napkin neatly and place it beside the fork or on top of the plate for a polished look. This will create an inviting and organized table setting for your meal.