The act of proposing a toast refers to the host suggesting a toast to the guests at a formal banquet for a certain reason. When drinking, especially during toasts and offering drinks, someone needs to propose a toast first. This could be the host, the guest of honor, or any other person present.
Etiquette to be observed when offering drinks to guests at a banquet:
Proposing a toast refers to the host suggesting a toast to the guests at a formal banquet for a certain reason. While drinking, one usually says some words of blessing or wishes, and sometimes the host and the guest of honor even deliver a special toast speech. The shorter the content of the toast speech, the better.
A toast can be proposed at any time during the drinking process. If a formal toast speech is to be delivered, it should be done at a specific time without affecting the guests' dining experience. The appropriate time for a toast speech is after the host and guests are seated but before the meal starts. It can also be done after the main course has been eaten but before dessert is served.
When drinking, especially during toasts and offering drinks, someone needs to propose a toast first. This could be the host, the guest of honor, or any other person present. When proposing a toast, one should stand up, hold the glass with the right hand, or pick up the glass with the right hand and then support the bottom of the glass with the left hand. One should smile, look at others, especially the object of the toast, and say words of blessing at the same time...