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If you’ve ever been setting the table for a formal event and you’ve wondered how you should arrange all the different types of forks correctly, and what they’re even each for–you’ve come to the right place. Throughout this guide, we’ll walk you through the main types of forks you should know about, how to identify them, and what they should be used for.

When it comes to Christmas dinner, a tasteful table setting is half the work — the other half being the cooking! We know the basics of decorating a home for the holidays: putting up the tree, adorning it with ornaments, hanging the wreath, and wrapping garland around the banisters.

Forks were first presented in 16th-century Europe when touching food became a faux pas. This appreciation of following the rules created the rise in etiquette surrounding both food and dining.

Flatware is more than just a knife, fork, and spoon; it’s a reflection of history, culture, and even language. Across the world, certain terms carry unique stories or origins that add depth to the utensils we use every day. Here’s a friendly guide to common (and charming) terms you’ll see on menus, packaging, and place-setting charts across languages, plus a few specialty pieces that often spark questions.

When setting a beautiful table, the terms flatware and silverware are often used interchangeably, but they aren’t exactly the same thing. While both refer to the utensils we use for dining, their materials, care needs, and overall purpose can differ quite a bit. Understanding the difference between flatware and silverware can help you make the best choice for everyday dining or elegant entertaining. Let’s clear up the confusion and help you decide which is best for your table.

Arranging your perfect summer dinner party can be quite the task, especially when it comes to setting the table. Fortunately, Fortessa has a beautiful, elegant solution that will help take care of your worries– at least those about your flatware.

Bartending is challenging and fun, especially when company’s coming. Having the perfect utensils and glassware not only makes your drinks taste better, but it makes your guests feel pampered.

Well-crafted flatware is designed to last a lifetime. Hampton Forge cutlery sets are a great example of the ideal purchase for any household that wants to bring elegance and modernity into their dining space, while investing in pieces that will stand the test of time.

Flatware has become such an everyday feature of our lives that we rarely stop to consider its origins and history. Today, you can go to any department store and find a set of stainless steel silverware, but that wasn’t always the case.

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