No meal is complete without tableware, which should be both functional and pleasing to the eye. A standard table set includes one or several items such as spoons, forks, and knives. Each element has a specific purpose, for example, a knife for meat, vegetables, bread, etc. To make a rational choice, it is essential to pay attention to the material from which the utensils are made.
Traditionally, utensils are made from the following materials: stainless steel; cupronickel or Neusilber; silver; aluminum, plastic, or wood. The lowest quality among all are the aluminum, plastic, or wooden utensils. Plastic utensils are absolutely unsuitable for daily use, and aluminum ones are extremely unaesthetic and unpleasant to the touch. As for wooden utensils, they are more of a decorative item, or they are custom-made for restaurants or establishments with a specific authentic atmosphere.