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Care and Storage of China and Stemware

This time of year, you may not get as much use out of your good China or favorite stemware. My good dishes have now been relegated to a high, out of the way cabinet. I still use “real” plates and have the everyday dishes handy, but I know that during the warmer months, my use of the good dishes and stemware will be few and far between. Here are some tips to care for and store your China and stemware. Clean them before you put them away. Dust is more difficult to remove from delicate China after it’s been sitting … Continue reading →

Glassware: Whatever Does It Mean?

There are almost as many stories and theories about glassware as there are glasses. Some say buy over-sized wine glasses for everything, even cold soups and desserts. Purists, however, contend that each type of beverage requires a specific type of glass. Legend and folklore have their place in the history of glassware as well. Supposedly, Marie Antoinette had wineglasses molded in the shape of her breasts. Like most legends, however, the truth gets expanded and distorted with every retelling of the tale. No one will ever be able to say for sure, whether they were 32A champagne glasses, 36-D goblets … Continue reading →