Given the rather limited number of guests, regular evening meals amongst friends or business associates is probably rather clear.

But even in this small circle, particular tact or sensitivity is called on when deciding who is to sit next to whom.

Due to the somewhat spatial limitations, it is not possible to invite everyone you would like to have with you. Moreover, certain constellations of people are more advantageous for a pleasant evening than perhaps others.

So it is perhaps useful to have an overview of previous evening meals - who was invited, who never accepts an invitation and, of course, what meals and drinks were served.

You don't want to replicate the same food with the same guests!