The napkin is not merely a white square cloth for diners to wipe their mouths with.

These days when you step into fancy restaurants, you will notice how the napkins are set in elaborate folds on the table, with different folds to suit different ambiances, or even set the guests in the mood for the anticipated meal.

Sophisticated it may look, but actually, napkin folding is not that complicated.

Here are some simple steps to achieving that intricate napkin fold. Surprise your friends when you invite them over for a meal the next time!