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Bormioli Rocco Kufra Glass Jug with Ice Container and Lid $12.99 Ideal for ice cold drinks and refreshing beverages, this pitcher is made from thick and durable glass, and features a convenient tube that holds ice, and so keeps your beverage ice cold at all times. This tube is sealed off from the rest of the beverage, so the ice will not dilute your drink. Attractively designed and shaped, the pitcher has a large curvaceous base, and an easy to grasp handle. Ad... |
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Tag Summer Cottage Vintage Glass Jar Drink Dispenser, Green, 10.25-Inches Tall x 7-Inches Diameter $46.55 This Vintage Jar Drink Dispenser by Tag is a must have for anyone who entertains! The beverage jar is perfect for serving iced water, lemonade, sangria and other beverages. A pouring spout allows for easy dispensing. This drink pitcher is able to hold up to 7 quarts of liquid Assembly level/degree of difficulty: No Assembly Required.... |
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La Rochère Bee Décor 9.5-Ounce Goblet, Set of 6 $47.95 The French bee was originally chosen during the coronation of Napoleon to appear on his official coat of arms. The la Rochere glass collection was inspired by an authorized travel set belonging to Napoleon in which the bee pattern was used. Today that pattern is displayed in a Paris museum, the delightful 3-dimensional bee adorning each piece of la Rochere glassware. La Rochere glass is known for ... |
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Vintage Bar Ware: Identification & Value Guide $24.95 Vintage Bar Ware gives identification and values of cocktail shakers, stemware, ice buckets, serving trays, recipe books, paper collectibles, cocktail picks, swizzle sticks, and more. There's also a section of classic cocktail recipes, special chapters on the bar ware manufacturers and the guest star designers, as well as tips in caring for and finding bar ware at bargain prices. Over 300 color pi... |
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Collectible Drinking Glasses: Identification and Values $13.84 Drinking glasses have established themselves as part of our popular culture and have commercial, cultural, and historical significance. They can be traced back to the jam, cheese, and soft drink glasses of the '30s and '40s. This factual book on the subject provides trustworthy, comprehensive value information for food product, sports, and cartoon glasses.... |
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Peanut Butter Glasses $18.00 Decorated peanut butter glasses were made in the 1950s to sell commercially produced peanut butter. The glasses were printed with colorful painted images of flowers, birds, dogs, and specialty images. Most of the images were identified by a label, such as the name of the flower depicted. Their bright colors have attracted a host of collectors. This book catalogs the known decorations by showing b... |
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Anchor Hocking Central Park/Starfire Beverage Glassware Sets 16-Piece Set $12.99 Beautiful and study everyday glasses are exactly what you get with the Anchor Hocking Central Park/Starfire Beverage Glassware Sets. They are lovely for everyday use yet elegant enough to use when entertaining. Made in the USA. |
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Libbey Crisa Boston 18-Piece Beverage Glassware Set $9.99 Use the elegant and durable Libbey Crisa Boston Beverage Glass Set in your home today! Perfect for everyday use and entertaining, this drinkware set is made of clear glass and is dishwasher safe. |
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Anchor Hocking Flair Beverage Glassware Set Tumbler 4 Pk $6.99 The Anchor Hocking Flair Beverage Glassware Set gives you an elegant shape, simple clear color, and sturdy design. The curved silhouette fits nicely in your hand and the weighted bottom makes sure it does not easily tip over. |
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Anchor Hocking Flair Beverage Glassware Set 16-Piece Set $17.99 The Anchor Hocking Flair Beverage Glassware Set gives you an elegant shape, simple clear color, and sturdy design. The curved silhouette fits nicely in your hand and the weighted bottom makes sure it does not easily tip over. |
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Anchor Hocking Flair Beverage Glassware Set Rocks 4 Pack $7.99 The Anchor Hocking Flair Beverage Glassware Set gives you an elegant shape, simple clear color, and sturdy design. The curved silhouette fits nicely in your hand and the weighted bottom makes sure it does not easily tip over. |
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Anchor Hocking Sweetbrier Beverage Glassware Set Rocks 4 Pack $5.99 When you're looking for glasses that are a comfortable to hold and have a nice study weight, look no further than the Anchor Hocking Sweetbrier Beverage Glassware Set. The heavy base makes these glasses hard to tip over and the simple design makes them easy to pair with other dining pieces. Plus they fit easily in the dishwasher for easy cleanup. |
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Anchor Hocking Sweetbrier Beverage Glassware Set Tumbler 4 Pk $5.99 When you're looking for glasses that are a comfortable to hold and have a nice study weight, look no further than the Anchor Hocking Sweetbrier Beverage Glassware Set. The heavy base makes these glasses hard to tip over and the simple design makes them easy to pair with other dining pieces. Plus they fit easily in the dishwasher for easy cleanup. |
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Anchor Hocking Sweetbrier Beverage Glassware Set 16-Piece Set $12.99 When you're looking for glasses that are a comfortable to hold and have a nice study weight, look no further than the Anchor Hocking Sweetbrier Beverage Glassware Set. The heavy base makes these glasses hard to tip over and the simple design makes them easy to pair with other dining pieces. Plus they fit easily in the dishwasher for easy cleanup. |
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Circle 10-Piece Cooler Glassware Set $8.99 Textured embossed circles highlight this fun and fresh 10-piece glassware set. Perfect for your favorite beverage, these glasses add a funky touch to your table. |
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Anchor Hocking Central Park/Starfire Beverage Glassware Sets Tea 4 Pack $5.99 Beautiful and study everyday glasses are exactly what you get with the Anchor Hocking Central Park/Starfire Beverage Glassware Sets. They are lovely for everyday use yet elegant enough to use when entertaining. Made in the USA. |
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Anchor Hocking Central Park/Starfire Beverage Glassware Sets Rocks 4 Pack $6.99 Beautiful and study everyday glasses are exactly what you get with the Anchor Hocking Central Park/Starfire Beverage Glassware Sets. They are lovely for everyday use yet elegant enough to use when entertaining. Made in the USA. |
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Nautica Set of 4 J-Class Iced Beverage Glasses $29.95 This glassware coordinates beautifully with the dinnerware. The glassware contains etched symmetrical patterns. Hand washing is recommended for the glassware. |
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Katie Brown Northern Shores Glassware Shot $1.99 Whether you are sitting at your kitchen table or in your backyard sipping on refreshments from the Katie Brown Northern Shores Collection Glassware; just close your eyes and let the flavors take you to the shores of the most exotic beaches. Pieces feature a thick sham and an ergonomic dimple to ensure a comfortable, secure grip on your beverage. Mix and match with other pieces in the Northern Shores Collection to make this collection truly your own (additional items sold separately). |
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Katie Brown Northern Shores Glassware Highball $3.49 Whether you are sitting at your kitchen table or in your backyard sipping on refreshments from the Katie Brown Northern Shores Collection Glassware; just close your eyes and let the flavors take you to the shores of the most exotic beaches. Pieces feature a thick sham and an ergonomic dimple to ensure a comfortable, secure grip on your beverage. Mix and match with other pieces in the Northern Shores Collection to make this collection truly your own (additional items sold separately). |
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Katie Brown Northern Shores Glassware Iced Tea $3.99 Whether you are sitting at your kitchen table or in your backyard sipping on refreshments from the Katie Brown Northern Shores Collection Glassware; just close your eyes and let the flavors take you to the shores of the most exotic beaches. Pieces feature a thick sham and an ergonomic dimple to ensure a comfortable, secure grip on your beverage. Mix and match with other pieces in the Northern Shores Collection to make this collection truly your own (additional items sold separately). |
Betty's Lunch with Rick at The Glitz Restaurant--NO RECIPE
Building a Fine Tableware Collection – Accenting Your Table with Elegant Touches
A gathering of family, close friends or business associates calls for only the best dinnerware to be brought out of storage and cleaned to perfection to make each guest feel special. A beautiful table setting is not only pleasing to look at in itself but it can also help to showcase the food itself and make the meal a more enjoyable experience overall. Presentation is one of the most important factors in any food preparation and building a beautiful tableware collection will ease the burden of worry over whether your food will look as wonderful as it tastes.
Large tableware items such as serving platters, bowl and dessert stands are typical "staples" that many homeowners will focus on. Coordinating these items is a great way to build a collection but remember that varying the colors and design will give your tableware collection more flexibility in different settings. An eclectic mix can add more visual interest to a holiday, birthday or any special occasion table than a matching set of dishes. Don't be afraid of bold colors either, a deep blue serving bowl can be a beautiful accent for both a bowl of mashed potatoes or fresh fruit salad in the summer.
Personalizing a setting with individual dishes for each member of your dinner party can be a wonderful addition to any collection – or smaller dishes that may be used more than once on one table. Butter is a popular accompaniment to many foods so having more than one butter dish available on either side of the table will prevent guests food from getting cold while waiting for the butter to make its way around the table. Salt and pepper shakers are a great option but for a large group try using individual salt cellars (these can be used for other spices as well despite the name) at each setting. This will allow guests to season as much as they please and eliminate a lot of requests to "pass the salt".
Using different colors for particular items is a terrific way to let your guests know where to look on the table. If your table is crowded with food, use the same color for beverage related items (goblets, water glasses, pitchers, etc.) and another color for seasonings/condiments (salt and pepper shakers, syrup dishes, gravy bowls). Remember that colors can be mixed and matched on your table without fighting each. A similar pattern can be used to tie your tableware collection together, if desired.
Building a tableware collection is not only a great hobby that can be cultivated over the years but it can be passed on through a family for generations. Prevent damage to your collection by carefully storing all pieces on level surfaces when not in use or carefully wrapped and packaged in boxed during transportation. Glassware is strong but can break when dropped or transferred from extreme temperatures so exercise caution and check with the manufacturer regarding dishwasher and microwave use.
Fine tableware can be found through a variety of sources including retail stores, antique markets or even online. Although collecting antiques can be rewarding, these items can be cracked or damaged from extended use.
About the Author
Kohn Coleman born in Michigan - received his Ph.D. from Iowa State University in 2000 - currently leads several online companies and ventures.
