Cutlery, sliverware

A menagère is a set of table and kitchen cutlery, some in stainless steel, available in a box including forks, spoons, knives or laguiole. It's an essential element for a kitchen and table that combines practicality and harmony. Whether for everyday use or for special events, household items are the perfect accompaniment to your dishes in your home for you and your family.

What's in a housewife?

A housewife is a set or lot of pieces and utensils for the family or for guests of any kind. It often comes in several sets of 6 pieces, depending on the number of guests. In a menagère, you'll find at least classic cutlery, with four-pronged forks, rounded knives or spoons of various sizes. But depending on your tastes, you'll also find seafood sets with more sophisticated tools like the shellfish fork with its two curved prongs, as well as vegetable sets made up of cutlery for serving different soups. Of course, there are also dessert sets that allow you to enjoy the flavors perfectly, with the famous three-pronged fork that allows you to make a nice cut and hang the slices of cake. In short, you can find different types of household items to suit the type of meal and your dining room to enhance its comfort.

How to choose the ideal housewife

If you'd like some advice on which pieces are best for your home, or to replenish your cutlery stock, you can start by looking at the different materials and their strengths. Stainless steel is a classic for beginners, providing anti-corrosive, impact-resistant and dishwasher-safe cutlery, which is a big plus. There are different types of stainless steel, such as 18/10 and 18/0. Although these two types of cutlery look similar, there is a slight difference in their constitution. 18/10 is made up of 18% chromium and 10% nickel, giving it a shinier appearance. The 18/0, on the other hand, is made up of 18% chromium, but no nickel, making it easier to sharpen.

Then, depending on your tastes and requirements, you can choose the look and ergonomics of the cutlery, because design is very important if you want to harmonize your table. Whether you're looking for highly detailed sets or simple, smooth knives, one detail not to be overlooked is the grip and handling of your cutlery and utensils. You also need to think about how the cutlery will be used. Cutlery with a beautiful handle, but very fragile, could be used for occasional or festive use, as opposed to a more robust set that could be used every day and remain well-maintained and sturdy. Whatever your choice, your cutlery is an essential part of your table decor, so choose a set that suits you!