Crockery

What is Crockery??

Crockery is a broad term that is used to refer to various types of tableware. This would include any type of dishware that is used at the table during mealtime. Crockery can include all forms of dishes such as plates, as well as serving platters, bowls, and dishes that are used to hold condiments.


Dinner Plate

The dinner plate is used more than any other plate. It is used to serve the main course at all meals, formal and informal. Modern dinner plates measure from 12-11 inches across.


At a formal dinner in a private residence, the entree is the third appetizer course, such as a creamed chicken in vol-au-vent cases, and as such is served on a medium-size plate, notably a salad plate. But in a restaurant, the main course often follows two appetizer courses, usually soup and salad. Typically, the entree consists of cooked meat served with vegetables, starch, and garnish, and as such is served on a dinner plate.

Luncheon Plate

Luncheon is lighter, simpler meal than dinner, a repast served on a plate about 10- 9.5 inches in diameter. Although the luncheon plate is used for formal and informal meals, it is not essential for either occasion.

Round Salad Plate

The round salad plate is made in two sized. The larger salad plate is about 8 to 8.5 inches in diameter, the smaller 9 to 8 inches.

At a formal meal, the salad plate is laid before the guest after the main course is cleared, an arranged salad is presented to the diner on a platter. At an informal meal, the salad plate functions to serve salad presented before the main course, as a side dish with the main course, or following the main course to stimulate the palate. But when salad is the main course, it is presented on a dinner plate.

Side Plate

Known also as a fruit dish, side dish, or berry bowl, the fruit saucer is a small shallow dish about 4 to 6 inches in diameter by 1 inch deep. The purpose of a fruit saucer is to separate juices that flow from raw or cooked food from other foods. Because a formal meal is served course by course, side dishes are not used, and a fruit saucer is provided only at informal meals.

 Milk Jug

Milk jug is a container used to store milk. Milk is poured into the jug and stored at the preferred place. Milk jugs are one of the most useful crockery items and are a must-have in homes, restaurants, cafes, eateries, etc. There are various type of milk jugs and they are mostly differentiated based on the type of material used to make them. Glass, wood, porcelain, ceramic and plastic are the most commonly used materials for milk jugs.

Sauce Boat

A sauce boat, gravy boat or saucière is a boat-shaped pitcher in which sauce or gravy is served. It often sits on a matching plate, sometimes attached to the pitcher, to catch dripping sauce. Some gravy boats also function as gravy separators, with a spout that pours from the bottom of the container, thus leaving any surface-floating fat behind.

Cereal Bowl

To serve food eaten with a fork (salad or pasta) or eaten with a spoon soup. 

Used only at informal meals.

Pasta Bowl

Known as spaghetti bowl . To serve pasta and spaghetti .

Cup/Saucer

served from early morning to late evening, and the size of the cup is determined by the time of day it is taken, along with the strength of the brew. Coffee with a brisk taste, a light body, and a high caffeine content is served as a stimulant, notably at breakfast and lunch, in a large cup. Coffee with a strong taste, heavy body, and a low caffeine content is served as a digestive following a multi­course meal, such as after dinner, in a small cup.

Ramekins

Made to serve baked dishes composed largely of cheese, milk, cream, such as custard, flan, crème brulee, or cheese soufflé.

Salt & Pepper

Small salt and pepper shakers, approximately 1 ½ inches in height, conserve space at a crowded table.

They are placed above the cover or between two place settings.

Because salt is finer than pepper, the lid of the salt shaker is punctured with smaller, more numerous holes than a pepper shaker.

Pepper has a coarser grain than salt, and the lid of the shaker is made with larger but fewer holes than the salt shaker.

Sugar Bowl

A sugar bowl is a small bowl designed for holding sugar or sugar cubes, to be served with tea or coffee in the Western tradition, that is an integral part of a tea set.

Teapot

Teapots usually have an opening with a lid at their top, where the dry tea and hot water are added, a handle for holding by hand and a spout through which the tea is served.

Platter

 A plate is a broad, concave, but mainly flat vessel on which food can be served.[1] A plate can also be used for ceremonial or decorative purposes

Chinaware

Footed Cup & Saucer Set
Our Piece Code: CSFT

Footed cup & saucer sets are part of the typical 5-piece place setting. They are used for serving tea or coffee. The height and the style of the cup may vary greatly between manufacturers. The footed cup design has a small pedestal protruding from the bottom of the cup, this pedestal usually fits into an indentation in the saucer.

Flat Cup & Saucer Set
Our Piece Code: CSFL

Flat cup & saucer sets are part of the typical 5-piece place setting. They also are used for serving tea or coffee. The height and the style of the cup may vary greatly between manufacturers. The flat cup design has a flat base, without a pedestal.

Dinner Plate

Our Piece Code: DP

Dinner plates are a component of the typical 5-piece place setting. Used for serving, entrées, dinner plates are generally 9" to 11” in diameter and can feature either a rim or coupe (no rim) shape.

Salad Plate

Our Piece Code: SP

Salad plates are also a component of the typical 5-piece place setting. They resemble dinner plates and range in size from 6" to 8.” These plates can be used for salads or desserts.

Bread & Butter Plate

Our Piece Code: BB

Bread & butter plates are the final component of a 5-piece place setting. These plates resemble salad plates and are used for serving bread, butter pats, and servings of whipped butter. They may also be used for desserts. Bread and butter plates are generally 5" to 7” in diameter.

Rim Shape

Rim shapes typically have a flat, distinct edge that ranges in width from 1½" to 2½.” Rim shapes are used for plates, bowls, saucers, and platters. The point at which the rim ends and the center portion of the plate begins is known as the verge line.

Coupe Shape

Coupe shapes do not have a pronounced rim. Coupe shaped pieces feature a concave body style that is similar in shape to a contact lens.

Luncheon Plate
Our Piece Code: LP

Luncheon plates are typically 8" to 9” in diameter and are perfect for serving breakfast, lunch, sandwiches, snacks, and desserts.

Rimmed Soup Bowl
Our Piece Code: SOR

Rimmed soup bowls are used for serving soups, salads, and pastas. These bowls range in size from 7" to 10.” Many manufacturers substitute the rimmed soup bowl for the bread and butter plate as part of the typical 5-piece place setting

Coupe Soup Bowl
Our Piece Code: SOC

Coupe soup bowls are like rimmed soup bowls and come in a variety of sizes. These pieces are great for serving soups, salads, cereal, and pastas. Like coupe shaped plates and platters, coupe soup bowls do not feature a pronounced rim.

Lugged Soup Bowl

                                                                  Our Piece Code: SOL

Lugged soup bowls are a unique addition to any table. These small soup bowls can be used to serve a variety of hot and cold dishes and feature small tab-like handles.

Cream Soup & Saucer

                                                                 Our Piece Code: CSS

Cream soup & saucer sets are an entertainer’s delight. Used for serving a variety of soups, these bowls feature two handles and a saucer. They are generally larger than bouillon soup and saucer sets. Used in conjunction with the typical 5-piece place setting, these bowls add an air of sophisticated elegance to any table.

Bouillon Soup & Saucer

                                                                Our Piece Code: BOU

Bouillon soup & saucer sets are generally smaller than cream soup and saucer sets. These bowls are perfect for serving soups that are made from thin broths.

Rimmed Cereal Bowl

                                                                 Our Piece Code: CER

Rimmed cereal bowls come in a variety of sizes and are great for serving cereal, soups, and dishes of ice cream. Rimmed cereal bowls feature a pronounced rim.

Coupe Cereal Bowl

                                                                Our Piece Code: CERC

Coupe cereal bowls are great for everyday use. They can be used to serve a variety of cereals, soups, salads, and desserts. These bowls do not feature a pronounced rim.

Fruit/Dessert Bowl

                                                                   Our Piece Code: FR

Fruit/dessert bowls are generally 4" to 6” in diameter and can be used to serve individual portions of fruit, nuts, and ice cream.

Nightlight (Cup & Saucer)

                                                             Our Piece Code: NILCSR

Nightlights provide soothing light while being a unique addition to your china collection. Our hand-crafted nightlights are carefully made from the tea cup and saucer in your pattern. They are an exquisite addition to any home décor.

Rosewood Letter Holder

                                                              Our Piece Code: LEHRR

Rosewood letter holders are a great way to get organized. These can be placed in a handy location for you to drop your incoming and outgoing mail. Our rosewood letter holders feature a center tile that is typically made from the inner design of a dinner plate in your pattern. The pieces are 10" tall, 6 1/2" wide, and 3 1/4" deep. What a great way to add a unique accent to your kitchen or office.

Rosewood Memo Board/Key Rack

                                                             Our Piece Code: MEBKRR

Our Rosewood memo board with key rack is the perfect accent to your kitchen. They can be used to post notes with push-pins and handily hang your family’s key. The tile insert is typically made from the center of a dinner plate from your pattern. The memo board stands 15" tall and is 6 1/2" wide.

Rosewood Napkin Holder

                                                              Our Piece Code: NPHRR

Rosewood napkin holders are great to have on your table or buffet. Our rosewood napkin holders feature a center tile that is typically made from the inner design of a dinner plate in your pattern. The center of the dinner plate is typically cut to a 4" square insert. The napkin holder is 6" in height and 6" wide.

Rosewood Cheese Board W/Tile

                                                            Our Piece Code: CHBTRR

Rosewood cheese boards are handy when company comes over and you want to serve a quick snack like cheese, wine, and fruit. Our rosewood cheese boards feature a center tile that is typically made from the inner design of a dinner plate in your pattern. The center of the dinner plate is typically cut to a 4" square insert. These pieces are proving to be very popular with our customers who like darker woods, like walnut and rosewood. This piece is 10 1/4" in length and 5 1/4" wide.

Glassware

Martini glass

• The base flat and has a cone-shaped bowl.

• It is used to serve cocktails.

Wine glass

• glass shapes is important for particular wine glass.

• it is used to drink and taste wine.

Snifter/brandy glass

• Relatively narrow top and wide bottom.

• Mostly, it is used to serve aged spirits such as brandy and whiskey.

Cordial glass

• Is an elegant glass.

• Used for expensive after dinner liqueur.

Goblet glass

• An all-purpose glass for serving wine, cocktails, specialty drinks, iced tea, or water.

Highball/tall glass

•  used for serving cocktails and interchangeable to Collins glass.

Water glass

• also used to serve juice.

Rock glass/low ball

• used them to serve neat drinks such as whiskey.

Shot glass

• holds one single measure of alcohol is serve to be consumed straight from the glass.

Beer glass/mug

• commonly used to serve beer.