A toast conveys your affection, admiration and appreciation to your host. Make sure you prepare for and deliver it well. Note down all that you would like to say in your toast in advance.
The best time for your toast is just before the meal is served. You can also deliver it immediately after the meal. But, make sure all the guests have finished eating. Stand up and tap your glass gently to gain everyone’s attention. Request everyone but the host to rise.
Once everyone has stood up, raise your glass and start your toast. Keep it short, sweet and appropriate for the occasion. The best toasts are those that are witty, light, and yet warm and heartfelt.
Using personal anecdotes about your relationship with the host helps keep the toast humourous. Compliment the host on his achievements or his personality traits. Thank the host for the invitation. Finally, finish the toast by requesting all the guests to drink to celebrate the host’s achivements.
Remember not to ramble too long in your toast.
