Choosing the Right Dinner Set For You
Dinner sets are no longer simple porcelain platters to entertain your guests. Having the right dinner set at home can accentuate your kitchen and dining table from a casual one to a stylish and classy setting.
Are you having trouble deciding on the best dinner set for your kitchen? Whether you've just moved into a new home or are simply keen on investing in a new dinner set, here are some useful tips from specialists to help you choose the best for your home, kitchen, and overall lifestyle.Think long-term
A high-quality dinner set is meant to last years. If money is not an issue, treat yourself to a set that is not only elegant but also durably made to last as an heirloom piece for the next generation.
Tone and Pattern
A tone and pattern that complements your home and kitchen are one of the first things to consider when choosing a dinner set. Dinner sets are generally formal or casual, so you may want to go for something sturdy and ideal for your everyday use. Or maybe something stylish for your dinner parties to entertain and complement your table setting. In modern-day table setting, the tone is flexible so you don't necessarily need to acquire a completely different dinner set for special occasions and parties. White is usually the best choice as it will never go out of fashion, suits most decors and can be easily dressed up or down depending on how formal or informal the occasion.
Understand the material—whether that’s ceramic, glass or porcelain
Ceramic is perfect for everyday needs because it is strong and durable. You will also find elegant, smooth ceramics that look fancier than the regular ones. Meanwhile, porcelain (which is more expensive) features a glaze treatment that makes it even more precious and durable. This material is perfect for elegant dinners.
Glass dinnerware sets are light and fresh. They come in transparent, opaque, or coloured varieties and in a wide range of decorations and patterns. Glass dinnerware sets are either painted, hand-blown or printed.
Determine the number you need
Place settings usually consist of two to three dishes per person—that is, a dinner plate, soup and pasta bowl, plus a side plate. You might need to buy platters, serving bowls, and side bowls, separately. The 12 piece dinner sets are generally for family use. If you often entertain, a 16, 18, or 24 piece dinner set is ideal, whereas small dinner sets make lovely housewarming gifts or pieces to complement a larger dinner set. Whereas a smaller number of dinner sets make a lovely housewarming gift or ideal to complement a larger dinner set.
Consider investing in a dinner set for different occasions
A proper kitchen needs two or three sets, one for elegant dinners, another for informal gatherings, and one for daily meals. Elegant and high-class tableware usually comes in white, although other colours are available.
For your everyday meals, look for something you won't get tired of easily. That depends on your taste. Some people stick to white, while others are more adventurous and go for splashes of colours and prints. It's perfectly okay to mix and match too!
Dinnerware items and Servingware
Apart from choosing your desired dinner set, the dinnerware accessories are just as important to consider be it casual or a formal set up. Here are a few dinnerware items to consider when setting the table:- Cutlery | Besides the standard spoon, fork, and knife, consider what else is needed according to what you plan to serve. For instance, if it's a seafood feast, do prepare seafood tools on the table such as an oyster knife, or seafood shears.
- Platters and Serving Bowls | The best way to serve shared meals. Platters and serving bowls add character to your table setting.
- Jugs and Pitchers | A great statement piece on the table. It also makes it convenient for you and your guests to enjoy a quick refill without frequent trips to the kitchen.
- Tea and Coffee Accessories | To those who love ending their meals with a steamy cup of tea or coffee, milk jugs, creamers and sugar bowls are a must-have.
- Trivets and Coasters | Adding trivets and coasters provide a touch of style while protecting your table surface from heat marks and stains.
