Serveware

Some meals are hurried. Others linger. But every meal deserves a thoughtful touch.

At ellementary, serveware is not just an afterthought, but the quiet poetry of the table. The platter for holding grandmother’s pulao. The cake stand for bringing people closer. The bowl for holding warm dal on an average Wednesday.

Our premium quality, handmade, and carefully crafted collection of serveware is inspired by tradition and is safe for food. So, you get the best of both worlds, the joy of festive occasions and the ease of everyday meals. Wood brings grounding energy to the table. Ceramics sparkle in the candlelight. Glass holds conversations in its curves. We make each piece to inspire you to serve more than just food. Serve emotions. Hosting is not about grand gestures. It is about intent.

serveware essentials every host should own

The foundation for a well-stocked table is a collection of timeless friends. You’ll find some of them in our collection.

• Wooden Serveware Platters are the best for grounding a table setting. These are best for appetizers, bread, and other special occasion entrees.
• Large Bowls are where comfort food and curries find a home. A mess-free and comfortable dining experience is guaranteed with these.
• Cake Stands and Cloches take desserts to new heights, literally. Home-baked treats get a new lease on life.
• Cheese and dip platters and trays bring people closer on a casual night out.
• Lazy Susans are the ultimate kitchen serveware and make for the best social platters for carrying on conversations without any interruptions.

These are not just any pieces of home decor. These are warmth enablers. They can go from weeknight meals to special occasions, from simple to grandeur.

how to choose serveware for different food types?(dry, curry, desserts)

Every dish has its own unique character. The serveware used for these dishes should complement them.

For dishes such as kebabs, bread, or stir-fries that are dry in nature, flat plates made of wood or ceramics should be used to arrange these dishes easily. This will prevent the food from shifting and at the same time keep everything organized.

For dishes such as curries or gravies, depth is required. For this purpose, various types of rounded bowls or dishes can be used to keep these dishes warm and spill-free. Glazed ceramics or terracotta will help to keep these dishes warm and add a touch of earthiness to them.

For desserts, height and sophistication are required. Cake stands, pedestal bowls, or glass domes should be used to keep these dishes warm and keep the texture intact.

Even a simple mithai looks beautiful when placed slightly elevated on the table. So, form and function must go hand in hand, just like food and memories.

festive serving ideas using premium serveware

Festivals are a time to take a break from our daily routines and serve with love and rejoice in abundance.

We have come up with a range of serveware for Indian hosting. Our festive serveware collection has modern serving dishes set to offer that contemporary touch along with handmade serving bowls India to add a touch of groundedness.

Brass engraved cake stands can be stacked with laddoos and marzipans. Alternatively, colorful chaats can be arranged on artistic platters that help colors pop. Also, remember to arrange biryani in a wide bowl at the center of the party area so that everyone comes together.

However, in smaller groups, you can combine materials such as wood and ceramics or glass and metal. This will ensure that you are using your tableware to accentuate your spread without drawing attention away from your food.

sustainable serveware vs. regular serving bowls – what’s better?

The contrast between the sustainable serveware and the regular serving bowl is not just on the surface. The sustainable serveware made from wood, glass, terracotta, or any other material that is made with eco-friendliness in mind is better for the environment. This type of serveware online is better for the environment because it supports local artisans and is long-lasting rather than disposable. The conventional bowls are made on a large scale and are available easily. However, these bowls are boring and lack character and longevity. Sustainable serveware is a choice between craftsmanship and clutter. Sustainable serveware is a statement about investing in pieces that will beautifully age with time, becoming relevant and current season after season.

At the end of the day, a table looks and feels different when it is set with intention.

serveware styling tips for instagram-worthy table setups

Beauty is in harmony. Beauty is in perfect composition, in all the little elements that come together in perfect symphony. Your table, too, requires some little tweaks to bring all these elements together in perfect harmony. Some of these elements are:

• Have fun with scale. Layer flat tables with pedestal tables.
• Mix and match. Mix and match textures, like ceramics and wood or glass.
• Leave some breathing room. Don’t overaccessorize your table.
• Bring in nature. Bring in some elements from nature, like herbs and citrus, and even linen table runners.
• Edit and curate. Edit and curate your look, and choose a color scheme that you can stick to.

The beauty of a dining table is not in how perfect it is. It is in how imperfect it is. It is in how characterful all these little elements are.