China Bowls

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How your soup is received by guests is not just influenced by the taste, although this is usually the most important consideration. However, the vessel you use to serve it is another key component. Make sure that your soup is shown to its best advantage by finding the perfect soup bowl to accentuate it. There are a variety of stylish soup bowls that you can use to increase the positive impact of your soups. There is the classic ceramic soup crock, which often comes with a handle, and the elegant French tureen. Then there is the contemporary square soup bowl with a unique ruffled rim, or an even more unusual model that is slanted to provide an exciting new twist on the shape of a bowl. There are even specialized bowls particularly designed to serve broths and bouillon. Whether you are in search of a classic model or a modern one, you will find several appropriate options here.

When choosing a soup bowl, consider the atmosphere at your dining room. Is it a rustic room with wooden fixtures? Go with a brown, old-fashioned yet time-honored crock. If it’s a metallic, modern or dark room, a black soup bowl will provide reflection of colors and lights and mimic the edginess of a metallic or more somber look. This is becoming a popular choice for urban, high-class restaurants. However, most restaurants and homes find the best match for their style with the classic white soup bowls.