Variety of types of bowls and criteria for their selection

The culinary art is improved every day, the chefs come up with original dishes, translate them into reality and serve them on the table. Sweets, desserts, ice cream and much more are considered an integral part of the menu of any establishment where the appropriate dishes are required for serving - a bowl. Do not forget that at home you can also please yourself with something refined and tasty, choosing the appropriate dishes for this. It was the bowls that gained popularity and love of many, due to their spectacular appearance, as well as ease of use for the above types of products.

The emergence of the bowl goes back to France during the time of Marie Antoinette, who was the last queen of this country. The great passion of this woman was champagne, which was always at court. For tasting the queen wished to have a glass made to order for her, which would be as large as possible and low... Outwardly, the product turned out to be spectacular, and the champagne looked very beautiful in it, which is why in that era, whole pyramids were built from such glasses, if some kind of reception was arranged in the kingdom.

Despite all the harmony of forms and external beauty, it was inconvenient to use a wide champagne glass, since all the bubbles instantly evaporated and the taste of the drink deteriorated significantly. Since many people liked the product, they did not completely abandon it, they just changed the filling: instead of champagne, thicker and denser compositions of various tastes began to be added to it.

From a custom-made glass, this dish turned into a bowl., which to this day serves fruits, jams, ice cream and much more.Since the popularity of this product only increased, changes in appearance, volumes and materials became quite understandable moments. The bowl is a metal, glass or wooden bowl, which is located on a thin stem, which is high, medium and low.

The average capacity of such a container is considered to be 200-250 ml, which is quite enough for serving a dish for one person.

Initially, bowls were used only at dinner parties, later they began to appear in restaurants, and now they can be freely purchased at any dishware store and used at home at your discretion. In connection with such a variety, both desserts and vegetable, and other salads are put in the bowls. This product is used in different ways.

• Salad bowl can be used for both fruits and vegetables. It is appropriate to choose such dishes if the serving of the product is portioned and intended for a certain number of people. The advantage of the bowl is the transparency of the walls and the original shape, which in itself already serves as a decoration for the food in it. A salad from a large container will be less appetizing than one that is neatly served in a bowl.

• Ice cream bowl serves as a container in which the simplest product will look completely different. Ice cream, neatly laid out in balls in a bowl, and also decorated with additional elements will be no worse than any restaurant serving.

• A bowl for desserts will decorate any dessert, although it is a work of art in itself, and the original and spectacular presentation only enhances the effect of this dish. For such a delicacy, you can choose any product of different shape, volume, height, the main thing is that a visual effect is achieved. The variety of layers, colors and textures that can be clearly seen through the walls of the bowl further stimulates the appetite and enhances the enjoyment of eating;

• Jam bowl looks great during any tea party. It is not always convenient to serve a simple jam for an event, but such cases are not uncommon, therefore the use of a bowl will make it possible to present the desired product without spoiling the appearance of the festive table.

Bowls have become a very popular attribute of food intake and table setting, because the presence of a certain choice of such dishes was more a necessity than a whim. For each type of food, products are selected from the most suitable material. An equally important detail is the form, which adds sophistication to the contents, causing an increase in appetite. At the moment, there are such varieties as:

• a hemispherical bowl is most suitable for serving ice cream, cream, whipped cream and mousses;
• a square bowl is perfect for serving desserts: tiramisu, panna cotta and the like;
• a bowl in the form of a wide cone is appropriate for serving fruits, jelly and frozen punch;
• a bowl in the form of a low cylinder is suitable for serving jams, sweets, fruit salads;
• The narrow cone bowl is ideal for milkshakes.

The appearance of the dishes differs not only in the shape of the upper part, but also in their height. There are products on a high leg, which resemble a glass, and there are low ones, like a bowl on a stand. The correct selection of dishes should also be made taking into account the material from which they are made. There are different types.

Plastic and paper products that have found their application in the catering industry. The paper variety is distinguished by its environmental friendliness, originality and hygiene. For such dishes, thick cardboard is taken, which is laminated on each side, which gives an extraordinary, but attractive appearance of the product. Such dishes are completely safe, since during the creation process there is no contact with chemicals, glue, they are hypoallergenic and non-toxic during the decay period. Most often, such bowls are bought for children's parties and events. Plastic containers are also popular, but unlike paper ones, they are not as environmentally friendly. These dishes can be produced immediately with a lid, which greatly simplifies the transportation of food that you take with you on the road.

A rare variant of bowls, which is usually not widely distributed in stores, but can be seen in national cafes and restaurants. The most suitable material for such products is linden, but other types of wood can also be found. The dishes can have ornaments, drawings, engraving.

The most popular option for use both in cafes and restaurants, and at home. In the store you can find a large selection of such dishes of various shapes and sizes, which makes it possible to choose the most suitable option for a particular case. Salads, fruits and ice cream look best in transparent containers.

Not so popular, but used quite often. The material allows you to maintain the temperature of the food inside the bowl, which prolongs the enjoyment of a particular dish. There are manufacturers who produce products immediately with a metal spoon included.

Serve as a true decoration of the table thanks to the impeccable white material and beautiful designs. It is customary to serve salads or desserts in porcelain dishes. The cost of a quality set with bowls will be quite high, but connoisseurs of porcelain can find more affordable offers.

Due to the presence of various forms and materials from which the bowls are created, these dishes can always take their place on the table, decorate it and even become a highlight, therefore it is necessary to be able to correctly select products for a specific dish and serve them on the table.

You can buy a bowl at any dish store or even a supermarket, but in this case it will be quite difficult to find out about the quality of this product, since the seller cannot always present all the necessary documents or tell about the manufacturer. For those who seek to buy only quality products, you should pay attention to branded products.

• Luminarc Is a French brand that has gained popularity all over the world thanks to high-quality and beautiful products made of a thick layer of glass. This nuance allows you to maintain the temperature of the food for a longer period in order to enjoy the dessert as much as possible. Initially, Luminark bowls were intended exclusively for ice cream, but now they can be used for other desserts as well.

• "Iceville" Is a domestic brand that offers to purchase bowls made of silicate glass, with the help of which elegant and functional products are produced. This dish is designed for serving ice cream, jam, preserves and more. The height of such bowls is 14 cm, the diameter of the upper part is 10 cm, and the diameter of the lower part is 6.5 cm. The volume of this container is 210 g, and in the set you can purchase three bowls at once.

• Bohemia Is a Czech product that is made using Bohemian glass, from where the line of bowls itself got its name. A distinctive feature of this brand is the antique direction of the product, which looks very elegant and pretentious. In such a dish you can serve ice cream, panna cotta, desserts, jam. You can purchase the product as a set containing 6 bowls, 200 ml each.

To purchase a set of bowls and not regret it, you need to know what to look for in this matter.

• Appointment of goods. The shape of the bowl determines its contents. For food to look beautiful and appropriate, you need to know which bowl is intended for what. If you need to serve whipped cream or plain sour cream, it is best to use earthenware or glass products. Fruit salad will look great in a bright plastic container. If the salad has several layers and a variety of colors, then the bowl must be transparent.
• Selection of material. The most popular are glass and crystal products. When choosing such a product, it is necessary to evaluate its appearance, integrity, the absence of chips and cracks. Any defects should raise doubts, high-quality dishes should not have them.
• Versatility in care. For catering establishments or ordinary housewives who do not like to manually wash the dishes, you should pay attention to the ability to wash the bowls in the dishwasher. When choosing such dishes, it is worth reading the recommendations of the manufacturer himself regarding the care procedure, so that later you do not waste time and energy on unloved work.
• Color characteristics and decoration of the product. The choice of a bowl can be made according to the principle of selection for the existing service, or simply the option you like the most. Porcelain dishes go well with classic ones, while items with asymmetric designs and patterns are a great match for modern designs.

After evaluating the quality of the material, the attractiveness of the appearance and the similarity to household dishes, you should pay attention to the cost. If we are talking about a global brand and a long-patented quality, then the high cost is quite justified, but when such prices are set for unknown goods, it is worth bypassing them so as not to make a mistake. A good buy would be such a bowl that will satisfy all the basic needs of the hostess, will be as versatile as possible, so that everything that is most often on the table as a dessert can be served in it.

For an overview of Bohemia bowls, see the next video.