Creative crockery

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Creating elegant table presentations acts as a vehicle to boost the entire dining experience, and catering professionals in the region are now becoming acutely aware that it is not merely the carte du jour that makes an impact, but also the tableware, which can help accentuate good food.

In order to challenge the typical perceptions of crockery, many of the contemporary ranges of sampling plates, soup plates and platters, are now available with a quirky twist, whether that is the shape or the colour. Also, whether updating the entire look of a catering establishment or accentuating a few of the key dishes, restaurateurs are now mixing and matching colours and styles for an eclectic look.

"There is a move towards individual shapes that make a strong statement on the tabletop," said a spokesperson from Steelite.

"Tableware should enhance the creativity of the chef, and offer the opportunity for an establishment to generate individuality and recognition, and most importantly, bottom line improvement."

The latest collections from companies like Steelite and Schönwald continue to favour durable porcelain pieces, but with designs inspired by everything from exotic shells to steep rims.

Practical considerations that come into play however, include chip warranty, and whether the pieces are dishwasher, freezer and microwave safe. Other key selling points for most dinnerware manufacturers are durability and heat retention.

On the aesthetic side, many companies now offer customisation services for tableware, crafted to reflect the particular character of the brand or target clientele, and with every shape and size available; from deep to flat, oval to quadratic, and soup bowl to sectioned salver, a restaurant can truly create its own identity with the help of its choice in crockery.

Villeroy & Boch

Ocean is the new tableware collection from Villeroy & Boch. Inspired by exotic shells, the range consists of a 42x26cm platter, flat plates, a 17x14cm dish for salads or vegetables, bowls and a sauceboat. Produced from fine china, the range is dishwasher and microwave safe.

Villeroy & Boch

Tel: +352 468 211

Fax: +352 469 022

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Internet: www.villeroy-boch.com

Ancap

Verona-based Ancap has unveiled its new Atmosfere collection. The range is produced from feldspatic hard porcelain, and fired at 1400ºC. The factory uses kaolin, feldspar and quartz to manufacture its tableware.

Direct Hotel Supplies

Tel: +971 4 347 9449

Fax: +971 4 347 9553

Internet: www.directhotelsupplies.com

Nikko

Nikko Company Japan produces Fine Bone China and Perception China ranges. Offering contemporary chic and classical styles, the vitrified porcelain collections can withstand use at banquets and all day dining outlets.

Bahraja Trading

Tel: +971 4 267 23 53

Fax: +971 4 267 24 54

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Pillivuyt

Quartet is the new tableware collection from French company Pillivuyt. Featuring the rustic lines of a 100-year-old mould, the collection offers rectangular platters, bowls, plates and presentation pieces.

Pillivuyt

Tel: +33 2 486 731 00

Fax: +33 2 485 713 00

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Internet: www.pillivuyt.com

Schönwald

German-based Schönwald has introduced its new Character range. Comprising of shallow and deep plates, salad bowls and platters, the porcelain pieces can be used for day-to-day use. Designed by Hans-Wilheim Seitz, the collection is inspired by nature and features an irregular band structure on steep rims.

Renarte

Tel: +971 4 355 2204

Fax: +971 4 355 0386

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Internet: www.renartellc.com

Steelite International

The Ola collection is the result of a collaboration between Céramica Industrial Montgatina, designer Gemma Bernal, and chef Ferran Adrià from Spain's El Bulli restaurant. Backed by a five-year edge chip warranty, the pieces come in minimalist shapes to show the translucency of the porcelain.

Ronai

Tel: +971 4 331 3390

Fax: +971 4 332 3100

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Internet: www.steelite.com

Dudson

UK-based Dudson has expanded its Geometrix range with the introduction of its new square plate. Measuring 24cm, the new plate compliments the other three sizes in the collection, and is available in a selection of bold colours and shapes. The plate is durable and chip resistant, as well as microwave and dishwasher safe.

Dudson

Tel: +44 1782 819 337

Fax: +44 1782 813 230

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Internet: www.dudson.com

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