Even if you've never dined at Union Square Café, Gramercy Tavern, or any of the nine other distinctive Manhattan eateries owned by Gotham restaurateur Danny Meyer, you'll find plenty to chew on in this appealing memoir-cum-management primer. Loaded with smart, savvy, advice, Setting the Table also provides the inside story of how Meyer opened each of his restaurants, created a flourishing gustatory empire, and continues to attract discriminating diners and top-notch employees. There are no esoteric lessons here; just sensible suggestions about developing leadership skills, putting people first, and imbuing every aspect of business with the grace and generosity ("enlightened hospitality") that has catapulted this charming entrepreneur to the top of the "food chain."