It is usually the crowning glory of several courses: dessert. But what would the most delicious dessert be without an attractive presentation? At LUSINI you will find a wide selection of dessert plates, from elegant to modern, in different colors, from Scandi design in stoneware to the classic in white porcelain.

What is a dessert plate? - Definition of a dessert plate

A dessert plate is a flat plate made of porcelain or glass that is used for desserts. There is not just one dessert plate, but many different variations. The shape and design of the plates are chosen to match the dessert being served and the table service.

A dessert plate is similar in size and design to a breakfast plate or cake plate.

How big are dessert plates?

Depending on the design, dessert plates have a diameter of approx. 15-30 centimeters. Modern dessert plates do not have a rim and do not need a mirror. Classic plates for desserts have a rather small mirror and a wide rim.

The size of dessert plate you choose also depends on which tableware is used to set the table. If the dessert plate is to match the dinner service and the plate is set right at the beginning, it should be smaller than the starter plate.

Where is the dessert plate placed when setting the table?

When setting the table, the dessert plate or cake plate is placed in the center of the place setting. The plate is aligned with the base line and placed about one centimeter from the edge of the table. If coffee or tea is also served, the cup is placed on the saucer to the right of the dessert plate. The top edge of the saucer should be flush with the top edge of the plate. Dessert cutlery such as dessert knife, dessert fork or dessert spoon are placed above the plate.

Which plate for which dessert?

If you are serving desserts with sauce, e.g. apple strudel with vanilla sauce, white dessert plates with a deep mirror are ideal. This allows the sauce to spread well around the dessert. If there are several small dessert elements, e.g. for a "Café Gourmand", rectangular dessert plates are recommended. A square dessert plate is generally more eye-catching than the round version. However, these designs are rather special, as tableware traditionally has a round shape.

Light-colored desserts form a very nice contrast to the dessert plate in black. Desserts that are rather inconspicuous in terms of color can be presented in a visually appealing way on a colorful dessert plate.

Delicate desserts are shown off to their best advantage on a glass dessert plate, while modern creations and rustic desserts are predestined for stoneware dessert plates. Basically, there are no guidelines for choosing the right dessert plates for certain desserts. However, when it comes to layered desserts, dessert glasses are more suitable.

The most common materials for dessert plates

Dessert plates are available in different materials. At LUSINI, you will find plates made of bone china as well as dessert plates made of stoneware, porcelain or glass. Which material you choose depends on the style of your table setting. Earthenware is somewhat more robust than porcelain or glass.

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