By Nathan In Oenology 21 November 2024 Duration ~ 3 min Dazzling Festive Tables: How to Prepare and Elevate Your Tables with Exaltation The year-end celebrations are fast approaching, offering the perfect opportunity to create magical moments for your guests. Chef&Sommelier, a brand renowned for its expertise and innovation in glassware, is delighted to present its Exaltation collection – the ideal choice to enhance your festive tables. Here, we share expert tips on selecting, preparing, and showcasing your glassware for the holiday season. Choosing the Right Glassware The Exaltation collection by Chef&Sommelier has been meticulously designed to meet the highest standards of professionals in the hospitality and catering industries. These glasses, combining elegance with advanced technical features, are perfect for showcasing sparkling wines thanks to their tulip shape and integrated effervescence point. For still wines, the Exaltation collection has been expanded with stemware featuring a more generous bowl, narrow rim, and a high tapered silhouette. This design ensures optimal oxygenation and enhances the fruity and floral aromas, offering an exceptional sensory experience. Preparing and Maintaining Your Glassware To provide your guests with the finest tasting experience, proper preparation and maintenance of your glassware are essential. Follow these recommendations: Wash carefully: Clean your glasses by hand or in a dishwasher with a mild, residue-free detergent, avoiding abrasive products that could damage the glass. Rinse thoroughly: Use clear water to remove any detergent traces. Dry properly: Dry your glasses with a clean, lint-free cloth, or allow them to air dry on a suitable rack to avoid streaks and marks. Store safely: Keep your glasses in a dry, dust-free environment, ideally in a glass rack or display case. Creating a Stunning Festive Table Glassware plays a key role in the success of a festive table. Here are some tips to enhance your table setting with the Exaltation collection: Play with heights and shapes: Use the varying capacities of the Exaltation range to create visual harmony and add elegance to your table. Arrange glasses by order of service: Place them in sequence, from smallest to largest, starting from the outermost position towards the plate. Incorporate decorative elements: Pair Exaltation glasses with complementary decorations, such as candles, string lights, or festive centrepieces, to establish a warm and inviting atmosphere. Food and Wine Pairings The Exaltation collection by Chef&Sommelier is designed to enhance the aromas and flavours of your wines and spirits. With their carefully crafted shapes, Exaltation glasses bring out the full potential of your beverages, ensuring a superior tasting experience. Offer your guests pairing suggestions for the best wine and food combinations to complement your festive menu. The holiday season is the perfect time to captivate and delight your guests with an elegant and sophisticated table setting. With the Exaltation collection from Chef&Sommelier, you can enjoy exceptional glassware to elevate your tables and provide an unforgettable sensory experience. Follow our tips to prepare and care for your glassware, and don’t hesitate to contact us for further information.
