Ikornitsa: features, types and choices

Ikornitsa - an important element of serving. It is designed to serve a luxurious delicacy, very popular in Russia. Caviar of valuable fish is often put on sandwiches, placing a plate with them in the center of the table. However, according to the rules of good tone, this is unacceptable. If you want to arrange a high-level festive meal, the product should be served only in a special dish.

Ikornitsa is an item intended for feeding caviar. In addition, it is an exquisite item that adorns the table. The design of some models is exclusive. There are even objects made by hand by talented craftsmen. They can rightly be called works of art. Copies made in an industrial way also correspond to the status role of fish delicacy.

Ikornitsy perform from various materials. Any buyer can find an option that fits well into the serving. However, it is worth bearing in mind that cheap plastic ikornitsy not happen. For the manufacture of such dishes usually use sparkling crystal, silver, the finest porcelain, beautiful faience. In the distant past, caviar was served in containers of gold inlaid with precious stones.

The shape, size and design of modern products can be different.. These are concise, but elegant bowls, fantasy models in the form of fish, birds, and even entire compositions illustrating scenes from fairy tales.

The range of ikornits offered by manufacturers is diverse. Relatively simple models are made of ceramic, durable glass, crystal, high quality stainless steel. More chic options are made of bronze, silver, precious stones. Often the materials are combined.

Glass items are great for everyday use. No less well they will bore on the festive table. Such products are available, look stylish, easy to wash by conventional means. For the manufacture of ikornits take not simple glass, but use a special crystal glass or thermal material. This allows you to get beautiful, but durable products. For framing the outer part of the dishes often use stone, steel, nickel silver, silver.

Crystalware was very popular in Soviet times. Many today and elegant crystal products are associated with luxury. Modern models, treated with a diamond face, create a unique play of light. Sometimes the products are supplemented with silver or gold foil.

Products from silver belong to luxury. It is believed that in addition to the beautiful appearance, this metal has healing properties. However, it takes time for the product lying in such a bowl to be saturated with valuable ions. If you put the eggs in a silver container for half an hour, nothing will happen. However the fact that the material prevents the growth of bacteria is undeniable. This makes it possible to properly store perishable delicacy.

Silver status items are made by hand.Such elements are not cheap, but they perfectly complement the luxurious table setting.

Another option is silvering. Items are made of aluminum, stainless steel or nickel silver. Top of them covered with a layer of silverware. The price of these cornices is lower. At the same time, they will be scored no less effectively than completely silver products. At first glance, the difference is almost invisible.

It is easy to figure out whether silverware or silver-plated is in front of you. For this labeling is provided. The manufacturer indicates the data on the main material, and also gives information about the coating thickness (in microns). Of course, a sample of the metal used for decoration should also be painted.

Another option - silver ikornitsa, decorated using enamel. This is a complex painting that turns even a simple object into a work of art. The painting is applied to the enamel covering the metal. These are flowers, patterns, whole narrative paintings.

Such an element of serving can be attributed to the elite and even collection, because the prices of hand-painted items are very high. Manufacturers often give such products the name “royal”, “princely”, and this is not accidental. The dishes really look like part of the table decoration of the ruling persons of the past centuries.

Porcelain tableware is a classic. It is elegant, practical, durable. Due to several firing cycles in the production process, the material easily withstands any temperature. The decorative coating of glaze is neutral. It does not affect the products, does not absorb odors.

Porcelain allows you to create both laconic products and figured masterpieces. Such dishes can be just white and with a pattern. Elegantly look objects with gold or silver elements. Interesting options for creating which are used sustainable color dyes.

In a separate category should be allocated Ceramic ikornits painted using the Gzhel technique. The famous bright blue patterns on the snow-white surface still continue to win the hearts of lovers of folk crafts. Many collect dishes and decor items made in this style. White and blue ikornitsa will be a worthy addition to the collection. It can harmoniously complement similar serving items or stand out effectively against the background of snow-white dishes.

Caviar - a product that quickly deteriorates. Room temperature affects it negatively. In this regard, in Europe there was a great idea to serve delicacy chilled, maintaining a constant temperature. This is especially true in the case of weight distribution. Its shelf life is only a few hours.

Icornice with cooling is a two-part item. The first is an ice tank. The second is a bowl for caviar. The technology is very simple. Large capacity is filled with ice, and small - caviar. When the ice cubes begin to melt, they are replaced. In this way, the required temperature is maintained. To prevent evaporation of moisture, the dishes are covered with a lid.

The cooling ikornitsa is used both for serving delicacies to the table and for storing the product in the refrigerator. Some models allow you to disconnect the cooling part. It remains an ordinary outlet, which can be put on the table with a lack of free space.

If caviar occupies a modest place on your table, you should not buy luxurious dishes for this product. Enough will be a miniature outlet. It may be of the usual round or oval shape. You can choose the original version (for example, Ikornitsu, made in the form of a leaf, sea shell, etc.).

The lid is needed to ensure that the eggs do not weather, they do not dry out and do not absorb extraneous odors. In a fridge, a delicacy is only stored in this way (if your caviar does not provide for the presence of this element, you should close the product with a small plate or something else). You can remove the lid before serving.

Spoon for caviar is a useful addition. Plain spoon product impose is not accepted. The device must have a special shape and length. It is this element that some manufacturers attach to the cornice dish.

This set is very convenient. The spoon does not interfere at all. It is either placed in a special recess in the lid, or attached to the container itself. In this case, the whole set is made in one style. All elements are in harmony with each other, which looks stylish and expensive.

First of all, it is necessary to determine the size of ikornitsy. This parameter depends on your needs and appetites. If caviar on your table is rare and in small quantities, you will need a small outlet. If you want to surprise guests by offering them “eat caviar with spoons,” you should purchase spacious dishes. remember, that according to the rules, the tank must be filled completely.

Many people put a delicacy in the center of the table so that everyone can take the right amount of it. In this case, an excellent choice would be a kit with a spoon and a cooling element. You can also provide each guest with an individual portion of mini-cornice. In this case, you should purchase several identical outlets of small volume. They can be served filled or placed next to each place empty, so that the guest himself can fill the container at will.

Universal can be called silverware. They are in harmony with any dishes (crystal, glass, porcelain). Model with gold - also a good choice. It can be a wonderful gift, because such things look elegant and status.

Another successful option - Ikornitsa from glass. Such dishes look elegant and also fit everything. For example, inexpensive, but original products of the “Muse” brand are popular.

Model of unusual design can be a real decoration of the table. In stores you can find products in the form of fish (for example, beluga or sturgeon), whale, swan, shell, mini-bucket or keg, etc. There are a lot of offers.For example, the Imperial Porcelain Factory offers a model in white and blue with an original cover.

Cornice made of glass and ceramics do not require special treatment. Crystal is washed exclusively in warm water, and then wiped dry. In the presence of gold, an aqueous solution of vinegar is used.

As for silverware, they should be cleaned with a flannel, suede or other soft cloth. For decorative preventive cleaning (1-2 times per month) use a special solution that can be purchased at a jewelry store.

Review of sturgeon cornice with a spoon, see the following video.