Apr
14
2008
This invention is older even than the ancient Romans, who prized the product of melting sand, limestone and soda, and the attractive shapes and practical containers which could be made from this refined material.
Glass is found today in almost all walks of life, and it is hard to imagine life without it. The range of drinking vessels extends nowadays from cheap moulded glass to hand-blown, engraved designer glasses.
The differences in quality depend on the composition of the glass as well as on the way in which it is produced. The use of different raw materials and the melting process are decisive in determining the quality of the glass. Good-quality glasses are usually hand-blown, the sides are engravedand they don’t have a seam. On the other hand, moulded glasses are rarely as clear as hand-made ones, they have a small bulge at the rim and usually have a seam on the stem or foot. However, they are much cheaper than blown glass, and therefore much more practical for many uses. Continue Reading »
Jan
22
2008
Stainless steel is a strong, durable iron alloy that has a minimum of 10.5% chromium content. Other alloying elements (like nickel, copper, titanium, carbon and nitrogen) are also added to enhance its properties.
The best quality stainless steel used for tableware is referred to as 18/10 quality. This means that it contains 18% chromium and 10% nickel as well as other alloys. It is non-magnetic. Note: the stainless steel used in knives is 18/0 quality. Because it contains no nickel, it is magnetic.
Stainless steel is smooth and scratch resistant Continue Reading »
Jan
22
2008
Sharp knives are of the utmostimportance in a kitchen for ‘Alai quick food preparation. They must be comfortable to hold; they must be sharp and stay sharp, and must perform the tasks they were designed for with ease,
Some people can manage with just one, two or three knives, but others like to have several - each one designed for a specific task.
HOW KNIVES ARE MADE
Kitchen knives are usually made of stainless steel or high-carbon steel alloys. It is wise to remember that knives made from a poor quality of stainless steel may be cheaper; Continue Reading »
