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In general there are two choices with regards to how you keep the food inside the chafer warm. Firstly you could choose a fuel powered chafer with a fuel source such as gel or wick fuel. Alternatively, you could opt for an electric chafer which uses electricity to keep the food warm.
There are advantages and disadvantages of both electric and fuel chafers, so neither is better than the other. For example, the electric design can be used for indoor events when you’re concerned about having flames indoors; however they also require access to electrical outlets, which requires careful planning to avoid cord hazards.
Different Shapes And Styles To Choose From
Different menu items are best served/displayed in different shaped chafing dishes, some of which include:
- Rectangle
Arguably one of the most recognisable styles of chafer, the rectangular dish is often used for main entrees, providing a large amount of space for the dish to be stored in, and allowing easy access for ease of serving.
- Square
This style is sometimes used for appetisers and side dishes. The shared quadrilateral shape of the rectangle and square mean they can work well together side by side. For example, you could have the main dish in the rectangle chafer, with a choice of either boiled rice or fried rice in two separate square dishes.
- Oval
Providing a stylish and contemporary appearance, they’re the ideal choice if you want a chafer to make a particular menu item stand out.
- Soup
This style of container is usually used to hold soup or other liquid based dishes such as a stew. However, they are not limited to evening and lunchtime meals; they can also hold breakfast dishes such as a hot/warm cereal.
Additionally it’s also important to consider which cover you choose as different foods and serving styles favour different types of lid. For example, a roll top cover is idea for buffets and self-service events where guests serve themselves as the cover can be rolled backwards and forwards, making it easy to open with a single hand. You could even choose a glass top cover so guests can see the food inside the chafer without needing to open the lid, thus reducing the amount of heat loss as your guests navigate through the different dishes available.
On the other hand, lift off covers are best used when food is being presented in a chafer, but is still being served to guests by service staff. This chafer lid style allows the cover to be completely removed, which provides catering businesses with lots of opportunities for presentation. You could also use these style chafers to serve side dishes; they’re especially great for side dishes intended to be shared by multiple guests at the table, such as a small food item, or perhaps a sauce.
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Our range includes everything hospitality businesses need to present their food and drink in an aesthetic that reflects their brand. However, there are lots of online stores where you can source your crockery, cutlery, glassware, and other catering items, so why should you choose to purchase your catering supplies from Concept Cuisine? What makes us better than the rest?
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With Concept Cuisine, you can browse through a diverse range of crockery and tableware items, so you don’t have to compromise between quality and affordability, with our online store, you can fully equip your kitchen without breaking your budget.
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