Wednesday, August 1, 2018

Why Glass Charger Rentals Are A Good Idea

By Linda Stewart


Gathering around a delicious feast is a great way to celebrate any event with family and friends. A centerpiece, tablecloths, table napkins, and silverware carefully coordinated and set around a dining table is always a good way to set the tone right for a meal. Glass charger rentals equip event hosts with unique pieces of silverware for fancy events and big occasions.

Noblemen and women began using charger plates in the early 1900s. Placed directly below the plate where the food is placed, they are commonly called underplates. Because they are meant to hold silverware rather than food, they usually come in larger sizes than normal plates.

Back then, chargers used to be shallow enough for liquids like soups. They also carried large roasts during fancy dinners for noblemen and royalty. They can even be used to set the tone for a centerpiece during a fine dining event.

Beads and crystals not meant to be ingested are crafted around some charger plates. For those who are concerned about this, there are also some suppliers that make simpler food safe pieces. Decorative ones are appropriate for formal events such as weddings, dinner parties, and business meetings. Other than their decorative purpose, they also have practical functions.

For example, if the serving platter is too hot to maneuver, the guests can simply hold on to the edges of the charger plate and turn it around when they need to. They are also great at keeping the food warm and keeping heat and moisture away from the tablecloth. Moreover, they protect the tablecloth from spills and crumbs.

Each place that uses chargers varies in their etiquette. Some places have the under plate removed even before the food is served for the guests to partake in. Other places keep the under plates in place until after the main course is served especially if they complement the ambiance and design of the area. However, dessert is never served with the chargers around.

For those looking for unique pieces, glass chargers come in various designs. Pieces in solid colors like electric blue, red, and black can instantly amplify the dinner setting with their striking difference to bland white platters set on top of them. Most glass materials are made to resemble components of the sea like sea sponges and pearls. Others even mimic Renaissance artworks by lining the outer rim with gold foil. The design options are actually limitless.

There are even others made of wood, chrome, and acrylic. Some manufacturers even offer environment friendly pieces made with sustainable materials. Others can be made oven safe and microwaveable. The paint or the material does not crack, melt, or spoil the food.

There will always be a charger well suited for any theme underlining any event. There are even services that assist the hosts of the party in figuring out the perfect placement for the chargers to successfully enhance or complement the silverware, tablecloth, centerpiece, and overall ambiance. Experienced servers can even discuss with you the minute details involving fabric overlay to floral arrangements and even beverage glasses. You would be amazed at the many ways a charger can elevate the dining experience.




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