Everything you need to know about dessert plates

In the kitchen of every housewife, there are certainly plates. We can say with confidence that among their variety there are devices designed for desserts. Dessert plates stand out from the crowd with bright patterns and colorful patterns. Their diversity is amazing. For a harmonious combination with the elements of table setting, you can easily choose the right dishes for dessert.

In the Middle Ages in Europe, and more precisely in France, dishes appeared that vaguely resemble a modern plate. Its size and depth were designed for the simultaneous eating of several people. After some time, they began to use individual plates, before that they were impermissible luxury.

And such dishes became widespread in the 19th century. It was at this time that sugar production began, and cooks began to refine themselves in desserts.

Then sugar, and, accordingly, dishes with its content, was considered an expensive pleasure. For this reason, they tried to decorate the plate on which dessert was served. The tradition of highlighting dessert utensils exists now. Despite the fact that sugar is an affordable product, and we prepare dishes from it almost every day, we always choose the most beautiful dishes for sweets.

The plates for serving desserts are similar to eateries, as their uniform size indicates. The diameter of the diner is 20 cm, the dessert too, but this is a standard model, and now it is customary to deviate from the standards. A distinctive feature is the catchy decor of the latter.Moreover, there are no deep snack plates, but there are dessert plates, moreover, of different sizes and depths.

Should also be distinguished dessert plate from pie. Its size is 18 cm, it serves to serve bread, rolls, pies, cakes or fruits.

Square models do not lose recognition, they give dishes a special charm and look unusual. In a triangular plate, fruit or a piece of cake will also look beautiful and original. Now there is the opportunity to purchase dessert dishes, decorated with a unique design pattern or pattern.

Dessert plates are most often made from the following materials:

• glass;
• ceramics;
• faience;
• china.

Glass and ceramics are the most popular and practical materials. In addition, they relate to an affordable price segment. The dishes can be transparent, in classic colors - black, white or red or any bright shade. It always looks great when served, can be used in the microwave. Dessert plates with a relief pattern look very original.

Faience products look very much like porcelain. They also have a characteristic mother-of-pearl shine, which is achieved by applying a special glaze. But with this similarity, earthenware dishes are rather fragile and have low resistance to thermal effects. For this reason, dishes, including dessert dishes, are slightly thicker than porcelain or ceramic.

Porcelain kitchen utensils have a sophisticated and sophisticated look, and this affects its price. Another advantage is the ability to keep food warm for a long time.

In deep dessert containers, it is customary to put berries, fruits and some types of confectionery on the table. However, they do not have to be round. Oval or square will also look elegant and solemn against the general background.

Small dishes for desserts are used when serving sweet pastries, mousses, thick dessert cereals, jelly, etc. If this is just a tea party and not a full festive meal, then you can experiment with the color of the dishes. A plate pattern matching the tone of the dessert visually enhances its contents.

Bright and colorful dishes for desserts are the decoration of the table and the kitchen as a whole. Not to lose your presentable appearance will help a few simple tips.

1. You can wash the dishes together with the rest of the dishes manually using special tools, sponges, brushes, or in the dishwasher.
2. Porcelain and earthenware are afraid of exposure to high temperatures and abrasive cleaners. Microcracks are formed on the enamel with which they are coated, which leads to surface deformation.
3. In order for glass dessert plates to maintain transparency and shine for a long time, you need to rinse them in warm water, adding a little vinegar or salt to it.
4. To remove dirt from dishes that have a raised surface, use a brush.
5. After washing, dessert plates must be thoroughly dried or wiped with a soft towel.

An overview of dessert plates from Julia Vysotskaya is presented in the next video.