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Flatware is just another name for cutlery. There are many different types of knives, forks, spoons and specialist cutlery which is discussed more fully in Part II of this series. For informal dining, it isn't always necessary to have matching cutlery however, if you are giving a dinner party, your various knives, forks and spoons should be of the same design with the exception specialist utensils if you are using them. The type of cutlery you use is discussed more fully on the formal and informal place setting pages.
Glasses
As with cutlery, on special occasion or formal dinners, your glasses should preferably match each other with the exception of water, liqueur or Brandy glasses. The type of glasses you use is discussed more fully on the formal and informal place setting pages.
China
China or crockery encompasses items such as soup bowls, dinner plates, and side plates. As with cutlery and glasses, on special occasion or formal dinners, all your china should match. The only exceptions would be specialist serving dishes such as scallop shells, although even these are usually placed on a small plate. The type of china you use is discussed more fully on the formal and informal place setting pages.
Condiment Sets
Whilst it has become fashionable (and acceptable) to have salt and pepper grinders on the table, do avoid the very large ones on formal occasions. Small salt and pepper shakers are traditional. |
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