Silsilah as-Sahihah 1832 — Mentioning Allah at start and end of meals

It is narrated from Sayyiduna Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Noble Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) used to drink (a beverage) in three breaths. When he brought the vessel close to his mouth, he would mention the name of Allah, and when he moved (the vessel away from his mouth), he would praise Allah the Exalted. He (peace and blessings be upon him) would do this three times.