A Guide to Celebrity KitchenWare

It seems that these days every celebrity chef has their own preferred range of kitchenware, and is more than happy to market ranges of pots, pans, knives, chopping boards and bakeware with their name on it. It is tempting, of course, to choose cooking equipment recommended by a famous chef that you admire, but how can you be sure that these kitchenware products are actually of the highest quality? Our handy guide might give you a better idea!

 Nigella Lawson

If you love this English chef's decadent dishes and relaxed cooking style, then you are bound to love her cute range of kitchenware. There are three different ranges to choose from, classic, melamine and flameware.

Gordon Ramsay for Royal Doulton

If you prefer to foster a more high pressure atmosphere in your dining room, you might like to look into the kitchenware range designed by Gordon Ramsay for the highly respected English china brand. Ramsay's pieces are simple and streamlined, perfect for an elegantly impressive dinner setting.

                                        Rachel Ray

Rachel Ray's cookware and cutlery pieces all bear her personal touch that make the pieces unique and fun. As opposed to some other celebrity chef kitchenware brands, Ray's products have obviously been invested with extensive research and development, leading to innovative designs that are more convenient for a cook of any skill level.

      Paula Deen

Deen's kitchenware ranges of stoneware, measuring equipment, utensils, mixing bowls and dining sets all feature charming decorative designs and features that will make preparing a meal for family or friends a pleasure.

How To Compare Different Cutlery Sets

One of the most important features of your restaurant or café will be your cutlery set – after all, these are used by your customers on a daily basis and are highly beneficial in creating a good impression. Anyone can immediately spot an establishment that uses low quality cutlery so, when it comes time to choose yours, you need to make sure that you consider each of your options carefully.

• Make sure that you have a set budget in mind before you go shopping for your newest cutlery set, as having a good idea of what you can spend will make the narrowing down process much easier.
• Do some research into the different materials that cutlery sets are commonly made from – for example, stainless steel cutlery is rust resistant and highly strong, whereas titanium is much more lightweight.
• Examine the types of edges offered on the knives of the cutlery sets you’re interested in – the best quality sets will include a variety of knives with different edges (straight, serrated, granton, and so on), which make eating all foods (from steak to vegetables) much easier.
• Look at the design of the cutlery – will it be easy to buy replacement pieces to match them? Keep in mind that restaurants and cafes are prone to cutlery theft and that pieces will get damaged over time and need to be thrown out.

As mentioned above, it can be very easy to spot a low quality cutlery set, especially when comparing it to one of exceptional quality. By taking into account the above points, you can ensure that you purchase a set that best suits your establishment, leaving your customers thoroughly impressed and eager to return.

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The Benefits of Plastic Handled Cutlery Sets

A plastic handled cutlery set could be a fun and cute addition to your kitchen drawer. You could choose a collection of plastic utensils with chic translucent handles, super bright handles, or smooth textures for easy gripping. If you are a business looking for a unique gift or promotional product to give to customers, you might even consider purchasing plastic handled cutlery sets printed with your company's logo. But what are the other benefits of plastic handled utensils?

Variety

With plastic handled cutlery sets, there is no need for your flatware to look just like everyone else's. Plastic is available in a huge range of colours, from muted pastels to sparkling metallics. You can even choose the texture of the handles on your utensils, to make sure the utensils feel supremely comfortable in your hands.

Informality

On the dinner party formality scale, plastic handled cutlery sets seem to sit somewhere between cheap disposable flatware and antique silver. This makes them perfect for weeknight dinners when you'd rather keep the special stuff in storage, but don't want to feel like a slob while you eat.

Tough

Plastic handled utensils are typically very hard to break, making the utensils a popular choice for children and large parties. The combination of plastic handles with stainless steel heads make the pieces very durable and easy to clean.

Comfort

If you want a cutlery set with a nice, sturdy feel in your hand, without the weight of stainless steel utensils, plastic handles are the way to go! Plastic handled utensils are also generally inexpensive, making them an easy choice.

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Should You Choose Loose Utensils or Cutlery Sets?

Are you looking to fill out the holes in your cutlery drawer for formal occasions or do you simply want a quick solution for a new home and dining set? Utensils sets are an easy and economical choice when you want all of your cutlery to match, but they might not contain all of the pieces you were after. Whether you choose loose utensils or a full collection, you should select all utensils in a classic style that suits your other tableware.

Different cutlery sets are available for a variety of different purposes and applications, from everyday dining to formal table settings and even camping. Loose utensils, however, provide great versatility and a huge range, as you can select anything from soup spoons to cake forks, dessert knives and steak knives.

Many households find that owning two different cutlery sets, which can be switched around for different occasions is a useful solution to the problem of balancing between various cutlery requirements. You might want to buy a basic collection for your home, and select numerous loose utensils perfect for entertaining and special events.

It can also be useful to choose loose utensils designed to be used in specific situations, from food preparation to dining. Where sets can provide a good basic foundation for your dining table, some pieces, such as sharp kitchen knives, need to be chosen much more carefully. If, on the other hand, you want high design and precision at all times in your kitchen, then a seven or ten piece collection of high quality is the only way to go.

What Different Styles of Cutlery Sets are Available?

Cutlery sets can be as varied as a cosmopolitan diet, with a style out there tailored to the needs of every conscientious diner and host. If you are looking to stock up your kitchen with a new collection of utensils for the table, don't settle for the first standard collection you come across, consider instead the dozens of different stylish options.

Simply wooden

Great for children or for catering to large parties, wooden cutlery sets are available in simple, minimalistic styles. Choose eco-friendly designs made with a lightweight wood for fun and easy picnic style dining.

 Art Deco

If you want a high class and stylish look for your dining table, dress it properly with an art deco inspired dining collection. These cutlery sets are characterised by sharp lines and geometric shapes, making bold utensils that improve any dining experience.

                                                   Old English

Introduce some formality and tradition to the evening meal with an old English style cutlery set. Utensils in this style typically have heavy, ornate handles and are made with a focus on long wearing quality.

 French Inspiration

Leaning towards a more flowery style, French inspired dining utensils are perfect for special occasions. Choose collections finished in a high polish to complete the best dressed table around.

Bead

A classic design that has stood the test of time, the bead style is a popular choice. Featuring simple beaded shaping along the border of the handle, these pieces are both minimal and decorative.

Colourful

Although our preference often runs to simple silver designs for cutlery sets, a new generation of high colour styles may just be changing our minds. Choose a multicoloured collection in a variety of pale and punchy colours to give your table a unique sense of charm.

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