Estuvo/Fue - Which one to use

Question

So, I have 2 correct sentences in spanish:

Fue una noche tranquila La comida estuvo muy rica

Why in the first sentence we need to use the verb "ser" while in the second "estar" ? Both seems like describing passing, one time events - one night, one meal.

Thanks

Answer 1

Because you use ser to give objective descriptions but you use estar for subjective ones.

Often with meals and movies you'll use estar to give a description because that will be your personal opinion and not necessarily something that everyone would agree with.

I still find it hard to know when to use what, a relaxing night can also be a subjective opinion. - idanr84, Dec 28, 2013