Typically both white and fluted blue ranges have a neutral palette and delicate shapes inspired which are elegant and practical.

Jamie Oliver and Royal Worcester

Fluted blue is the latest range which was developed in partnership with Royal Worcester.  It’s excellent  quality and much sought after.  They look fabulous on any table and reflect a laid back approach synonymous with the man himself.

The Fluted Blue range

The Jamie Oliver Fluted Blue range is a 12 piece set.  It brings style and colour to his new range and it is wonderful to see a contemporary twist to some traditional shapes. The range includes;

Fluted Blue mug

Morning coffee, why else would you use the Jamie Oliver Fluted Blue mug.  It is crafted from a stoneware body, has a subtle colour palate made up of duck-egg blue tones.

The good sized medium blue mug is microwave and dishwasher safe and holds 400ml, 14 floz.

Fluted Blue mug costs £14.95

Fluted blue mug

Fluted Blue Sauce jug

Elegant and practical, yet robust enough for the modern contemporary home.  The Jamie Oliver Fluted Blue Sauce jug look terrific on any table.

The sauce jug is microwave and dishwasher safe and holds 1.5 pints.

Fluted Blue Sauce jug costs £14.95

Fluted blue sauce jug

Fluted Blue  Rice bowl

This one is my favourites.  The Jamie Oliver Fluted Blue rice bowl sits very comfortably into your hand.  I particularly like the roughened edge to the bowl, which for me gives it an earthy feel.

Fluted Blue Rice bowl costs £4.95

Fluted blue rice bowl

Fluted blue small bowl

This little bowl is perfect for breakfast.  17cm in diameter the Jamie Oliver Fluted Blue small bowl will hold a goodly amount of cereal or pudding and just looks super.

Fluted blue small bowl costs £5.95

Fluted blue small bowl

We make every effort to ensure prices are accurate at the time of going to publication.  We cannot guarantee these comparisons indefinitely.

The Robert Welch Company is synonymous with the design of beautiful, functional, award winning and affordable cutlery. The family run business based in both Chipping Campden and Warwick was established by the late Robert Welch R.D.I., M.B.E. over 50 years ago. Robert Welch cutlery is widely recognised as one of the finest collections in the world.

Robert Welch a leading British Designer

Robert Welch a leading British designer craftsman learnt his trade at Birmingham College of Art where he trained as a Silversmith. He attended the Royal College of Art in 1952 where he specialized in stainless steel production design. In 1955 he became a design consultant for Old Hall Tableware whose products were one of the most desirable household items in the sixties. Robert Welch won a design award for the Campden range toast rack in 1958. The Old Hall Campden cutlery, Alveston range (re-launched as RW11 under the Robert Welch brand) and Old Hall Super Avon, which included an ultra modern tall coffee pot, are today popular collector items. In 1965 he was awarded the accolade Royal Designer for Industry.

Exhibits of his work

Robert Welch’s most important commissions can be found in the Victoria & Albert Museum, the British Museum, the Museum of Modern Art, New York, Canterbury Cathedral and No.10 Downing Street. Exhibits relating to Robert Welch can also be seen at the Court Barn Museum, Church Street, Chipping Campden GL55 6JE and enthusiasts can view his design archive by appointment.

Robert Welch Signature Knives

Today a team of dedicated talented designers including Paul deBretton Gordon, Ruth Williams and Kit deBretton Gordon continue his legacy, producing cutlery that brings a subtle element of individuality to any table setting.

Robert Welch new Cutlery designs

Choosing cutlery is largely based on your own style and taste. On The Table is proud to stock some of the beautiful Robert Welch cutlery ranges including the new Ashbury design with an exciting modern shape, Torben with its distinct shape to the head and blade which when laid together present a complementary relationship of angles and Norton with its timeless classic design featuring rounded generous heads on spoons and forks and an elegant curved knife.

The Robert Welch cutlery designs are generally available in 4 set sizes. The Robert Welch 24 piece set contains six basic place settings of knife, fork, spoon and teaspoon; the Robert Welch 42 piece set has 6 place settings of table knife, table fork, side knife, side fork, dessert spoon, soup spoon and tea spoon; the 56 piece allows for 8 place settings and finally the Robert Welch 84 piece set provides for 12 full place settings. Robert Welch spoons and forks are made from the finest 18/10 stainless steel and Knives are made from a specially hardened stainless steel to maintain a keen cutting edge.

Robert Welch Ammonite Cutlery Set

Robert Welch Cutlery Sets can also be extended to include, fish knives & forks, salad servers, sauce ladle, steak knives and children’s cutlery. Also available as individual pieces is the new stunning range of Signature knives, kitchen utensils (servers, ladles, serving spoons) and utensil stands. The cutlery is easy to clean and dishwasher safe.

The combination of quality and practicality make the Robert Welch cutlery ranges ideal wedding and birthday presents. Please pop into On The Table Shop in Dorchester to fully appreciate the full range.

Spanish food is reflects the geography, culture and climate in particular the sea.  So we have pulled together some of our favourite Spanish dishes so that you might share and live outdoors.

Starters

Hairy Bikers Cazuelas Blue

Spanish starters are practically a meal on there own.  Tapas comes in all shapes and sizes, from calamari to fried artichokes, marinated mushrooms or chick pea salad.

Here is our top tapas choices from the Good Food website.

Remember the On the Table motto, “Presentation is everything”.

Why not use the Hairy Bikers Cazuelas Blue tapas dish.

Paella

Paella

Now I love paella.  This recipe has all the ingredients that really makes my taste buds tingle.  The recipe, care of Mr Worrall Thompson can be found on the BBC website.

Olive Oil features heavily in Spanish cooking.  Fairmont & Main Script Oil Pourer.

Spanish national drink

Typically, Spain is a wine drinking country, with different areas (67 in total) producing its own type wine.  The most widely known areas are Rioja, Toro or Alicante.   So if you are looking to enjoy a really nice Spanish red with your meal, why not try the Leonardo Ciao wine glasses £38 for a pack of 6.

LSA Water Glasses

I also love these LSA water glasses.  These elegant stemmed water glasses hold 400ml and are also perfect for serving juices or even a large glass of red wine.

Or perhaps you would just prefer a cold glass of San Migel.  Try these continental looking bar lager glasses from LSA.

These box set of 4 handmade lager glasses cost £33.75, which is cheaper than John Lewis.

Price are accurate at the time the blog is published.  Prices may vary as offers change.  Please consult the On the Table website

What makes the ideal picnic

First of all you need to set the right tone.  You need good food, good wine and good company.

Here are some of my thoughts on how you can create the right ambience for your picnic this Summer.

Appetiser

Nigella Lawson Appetiser bowl-set

First of all you need to get your appetisers ready.  Nothing beats a good bowl of Olives.

The Nigella Lawson Appetiser Bowl Set comes from Nigella’s living kitchen range. The black ceramic set of little dishes on a platter is perfect for serving h’ors d’oeuvres. The perfect gift for someone who likes entertaining.

The Nigella Lawson Appetiser Bowl Set costs £34.50

If Olives are not your thing then bread usually works well.  The Guzzini Vintage Green Bread/Fruit Basket will happily hold your freshly made crustly wholemeal loaf.

This two tone green basket from Guzzini suitable for bread or fruit, is made of a double layer of high quality plastic resin and forms part of a collection called ‘vintage’.

The Guzzini Vintage Green Bread/Fruit Basket cost £17.50

Plates

Navigate vintage dot blue melamine plates

The most ideal plates for picnics are the Navigate Vintage Dot Blue Melamine plates.  Made from melamine these plates are light weight.  As part of the new vintage range ideal for summer dining.

Use them in the garden, on the patio, for picnics or in the caravan and boat.

Navigate Vintage Dot Blue Melamine Plates - £2.60 for large plate

Salad days

Salads and picnics were made for each other.

The Define Salad bowl and servers are part of a range of contemporary hand carved wooden serving pieces by Define that are perfect for entertaining. Made of Mango wood the bowl is 18cm deep and 30cm wide at the top, large enough for a substantial tossed salad.

Something refreshing to drink

No picnic would be complete without something to drink.  Whether you are out with the family or a romantic afternoon with an intimate friend or, lots of friends you need something to freshen you on a summer’s day.

Kids

Liz Million dinosaur drink bottle

Lots of water, cordial or juice.  Ever heard of the Liz Million range?

My children love eating from their very own lunch bag.  They will sit still for almost 15 minutes with the lunch bag propped on their laps.  So you could try the  Liz Million Bug mania lunch bag and the Liz Million Dinosaur drink bottle.

Liz Million Dinosaur Drink Bottle – £5.80

Liz Million Bug Mania lunch bag – £5.80

Romantic

LSA Champagne saucers

If there are just two of you then it has to be fizz.   Sparkling rose or champagne really elevates the day from nice to something special. And for the something occasion you need some special LSA Champagne saucers.  With a slightly retro look, they are handmade and boxed in fours.

The LSA Champagne Saucers cost £37.50 for 4

Friends

If you are getting together with friends then it has to be PImm’s.   For the perfect Pimm’s recipe you need a Pimm’s Pitcher.

I like the LSA Pimm’s jug or the Hairy Bikers Jug, Both hold plenty.

LSA Jug costs £28.25

LSA Pimms Pitcher

The Hairy Biker jug costs £13.26 (Reduced from £16.45 –offer may change over time)

The World Cup is nearly over and it will some be time to drag your other half away from the television and back into reality.  Summer living is what we enjoy at On the Table, we hope you do to.

However, I know a few friends and barman for that matter, who shall remain nameless, that have made several Faux pas’s when it comes to creating the perfect recipe for a great Pimm’s.

So for all of you summer folk who enjoy outdoor living here is my Perfect Pimm’s recipe.

Hairy Bikers Large Jug

The Perfect Pimm’s Recipe

How to make the perfect Pimm’s

Start with a good Jug.   I like the Hairy’s Bikers Large Jug.    It comes in Blue or Cream and hold 2 Litres.  We are selling the Hairy Bikers Large Jug for £20.20 with no shipping charges.  That is cheaper than John Lewis or Amazon.

The Hairy’s Bikers Large Jug - £20.20, with free delivery

Now add;

1 part Pimm’s No1
3 parts chilled Lemonade
Add some Mint,
half a chopped cucumber,
1 chopped apple
1 sliced Orange and 3 Strawberry’s

Optional ingredients:

Half of one lemon and lime

It’s all in the delivery

LSA Coro Leaf

For the perfect Pimm’s you need the perfect glass.   One of my favourites is the Coro Leaf Highballs by LSA.  At £15 for a set of 4, these long drinking glasses hold 425ml and stand 14.5cm’s high.  They have  hand painted bases in four different shades of green from lime through to emerald are designed to add a touch of playful cheer to any drinks occasion.

The Coro Leaf Highballs glasses - £15 for a set of 4

Summer is here and outdoor living is what it’s all about.  At On The Table this is our favourite time of year.  So if you are looking to enjoy yourself then check out our Summer Specials.

Twin brothers Antony and Richard Joseph launched their company Joseph Joseph in 2003. Joseph Joseph has now developed into a strong worldwide brand that encompasses quality kitchen and tableware.

The brothers combine their respective experience and talents in the fields of design and business to create stylish, easy to use, hygienic and technically innovative kitchenware. Antony studied design at Central St. Martins whilst Richard did a business degree at Cambridge University. Together they lead an energetic design team from their studio and showroom in the Oxo Tower Wharf on London’s Southbank.

Current homeware Joseph Joseph products available to buy from On The Table include colanders and strainers, worktop savers, bread bins, storage jars, salad bowls, tablemats and kitchen tools.

Latest design offering

Joseph Joseph Y Grinder in Green

Joseph Joseph Y-Grinder

New for summer 2010, this practical distinctive salt and pepper mill has a unique twin-chamber design, allowing both salt and pepper to be dispensed from the same stylish unit.

You hold the body of the mill in one hand and twist either of the two grinding knobs to release salt or pepper. The Y-Grinder is suitable for grinding all types of seasoning, including rock salt and it can be easily adjusted to grind from coarse to fine grain. Choose from three colours, their trademark lemon green, grey, and white, it measures 11 x 6 x 20cm and is dishwasher safe.

Award winning designs

The innovative Joseph Joseph range with its funky colours is well known and recognised worldwide for its technically innovative contemporary design and regularly features in top food and life style magazines.

In January 2010 two of their new products won an award at the DesignPlus, Ambiente trade fair in Frankfurt, and that was before these products were officially launched on their website.

Nest 8 won a host of awards in 2009 including a Grand Prix design award at the Tokyo Gift show in Japan, a Housewares Industry Award in the Kitchenware category and the prestigious Red Dot Design award. This Red Dot international award recognises outstanding design in products created for the “art of living and the lifestyle of the future”. The Nest™ range is the ultimate collection of practical, space-saving kitchenware, comprising of mixing bowls, measuring spoons, a sieve, strainer and juicer. The individual elements of each set stack together occupying the absolute minimum amount of worktop space.

Joseph Joseph - Regular on Big Brother

The final Big Brother has started on Channel Four and it appears that no expense has been spared in furnishing the newly updated house – On The Table are impressed with the lovely Big Brother 11 kitchen, fully equipped with everything a housemate will need. If you look closely you’ll see the distinctive award winning Joseph Joseph kitchen gadgets being used by wanabee celebrity housemates and who knows they may soon feature in a TV cooking challenge.

Picture from the Big Brother 11 house

The Joseph Joseph contemporary kitchenware with its inspiring funky coloured kitchen gadgets make fantastic unique gifts and are easy to order online from On The Table.

So the art of the Baker is one of the oldest around.

Since those early days bread has morphed into a variety of different forms.  We have it, sliced, in puddings, as white or brown.  We like Nan bread, Garlic bread and Chapatti.  Specialist breads include, High-fibre, Gluten free, mixed-grain, Lavash, Flat, hearth and Bagel.  And this list goes on and on.  Some of us even prefer to make our own.

We Brits like our bread so much that we consume nearly 12 million loaves per day*  Source - The Federation of Bakers.

We like to treat the staple food of the British diet with respect these days so we can store, cut and serve it up nice and fresh.

Bread Bins

Nigella Lawson bread bin

All shapes and sizes are on offer here.  Some of my personal favourites are the Joseph Joseph and the Nigella Lawson range of bread bins

Nigella Lawson Bread Bins

Designed by Sebastian Conran, the Nigella Lawson Bread bin is 44cm’s long.  A beach wood lid that doubles as a chopping board.

Available in cream this ceramic bin will suit most kitchen types.

Joseph Joseph bread bin

Joseph Joseph Bread Bin

I simply love this Joseph Joseph range of products, which includes the striking bread bin.  Made from Melamine, this high quality bin is hygienic and easy to clean.

It comes in several colours, red, white and black.  Very  stylish.

Chopping Boards

Whilst the two bread bins above say you can use the beach wood lid to slice your bread, their designs are just too nice to spoil.  So here is a run down of what chopping boards are available - perfect for slicing bread on.

Hairy Bikers Chopping Board

Hairy Bikers large chopping board

Virginia really likes the Hairy Bikers and their Large Chopping board. Simple in its execution, you can see that this beech board is classic, unfussy chopping board.

It measures 38cm in length with the legend “A cut above the rest” burned on the side.

Joseph Joseph Chopping Board

The Joseph Joseph Index Chopping Board is very stylish.  The boards are enclosed in an ABS storage case that has a non-slip base.

The Index feature allows you to quickly recognise which type of food you which to cut.  Would best suit a modern kitchen.

The humble Bread Basket

Guzzini bread basket

No you wan’t gone back in time 30 years.  The bread basket is alive an well and taking on somewhat of a renaissance.

Guzzini Bread Basket

Two tone in style and suitable for bread or fruit the Guzzini bread basket is double layered high quality plastic resin come in vintage red, green, blue and black.

A good Bread Knife

Robert Welch bread knife

Have you ever tried to cut soft bread with a poor quality knife?  It’s so frustrating.

The Signature 22cm bread knife by Robert Welch has been developed with a team of professional chefs to be part of a range of knives that give you comfort in the hand and optimum cutting action. Each knife has been individually constructed for its specific task.

The handles and blades are set at the best angle to minimize fatigue and each Signature knife features a full tang which means the metal extends the full length of the handle - this adds strength, durability and balance to the knife.

The 22cm bread knife is perfect for slicing bread, French sticks and cakes.

Signature knives are dishwasher safe and each knife is individually gift boxed.

There are three to choose from in the range.  The Dartington Ultimate Beer, Cider or lager glass.  Here are my impressions of the glasses.

Dartington Ultimate Beer glass

The Dartington Ultimate Beer Glass

The Dartington Ultimate Beer Glass is an absolute joy to hold.  It is quite a large glass but it feels quite easy and comfortable to hold.  The top of the glass has a lip that apparently helps the beer right the right part of your palette and I’m reliably informed makes a difference with the type of drink.

The base is again quite large which help prevents the beer from Over warming.  Nice touch.

The Glass is designed by Matthew Persson and the gift tube packaging includes a beer mat.  I like if you have a beer drinker in your house this glass would be a really nice gift for Fathers Day.

Dimensions: 158mm 57cl?Unit: Single

Price: £15.00

Dartington Ultimate cider glass

The Dartington Ultimate Cider Glass

On a hot summers day I will always lean towards a good cider.  Ice cold I just find it is more refreshing than a beer or lager.  If you are looking for a Father’s Day gift for a Cider drinker then I would seriously consider the Dartington Ultimate Cider Glass.

Not as bulbous as they beer glass it is more elegant with a straighter edge to it and slightly taller.  It holds less liquid than the beer glass, but hey the exercise to the fridge will be good for you.

As usual with Dartington and the beer glass they have thought of the little things to help make like a bit better.  The base is oversized to prevent warm cider and there is a slight lip to help with getting thetaste just right.  You would be surprised the difference a good glass makes to the taste and smell of your tipple.

Dimensions: 178mm 50cl?Unit: Single

Price: £15.00

Dartington Ultimate lager glass

The Dartington Ultimate Lager Glass

As I have aged, gracefully or not, my taste in Lagers has changed.  I now prefer tastier and dare I say it Continental lagers.  So the Dartington Ultimate Lager Glass would be a really nice choice for Fathers day.

It’s the shape of the glass that helps release the flavours of the lager.   The glass is better suited to premium lagers as it’s slightly oval-like shape helps release the flavours.

Dimensions: 168mm (h) 44cl?Unit: Single

Price: £15.00

The perfect choice for #FatherDay

Choosing a gift for Father’s day can sometimes be a difficult choice.  On the Table has a wide range of Glassware, kitchen and tableware that can help make the decision a little easier.

The History of Dartington

Dartington’s glass making history dates back to 1967 when a group of Swedish glassmakers bought their skills to rural North Devon to start a very different glass company.

Today, Dartington is the only remaining major UK Crystal and Glass manufacturer producing quality products for an international market.

Glassware for Living In a busy world of conformity it’s good to know that some things are still special.

Alessi 9093 Electric Kettle

Alessi 9093 Electric Kettle

When you first pick up the Alessi 9093 Electric Kettle you notice it is quite different from your average appliance. This kettle oozes class, and has the looks of a collector’s piece.

It is a well designed eye catching cordless electric kettle with an easy to use on/off switch. And you will find room for cable storage under the electrical plate.

The neat and tidy design will fit the smallest space on your kitchen worktop, though for me this quality design deserves prominent central billing among your kitchen accessories.

I like the easy to grip hand and adore the little bird whistle, (although sadly this little bird does not sing as the kettle automatically turns off as it comes to the boil).

The kettle can hold 1.5 Litres of water, enough to make 5 cups of your favourite brew.

The highly polished stainless steel body is easily cleaned and just needs a quick regular polish to maintain the shiny sparkle.

The kettle is a very good quality long lasting iconic item, and in my opinion its well worth spending just a little bit extra to get this great design into your kitchen.

The Alessi 9093 Electric Kettle is priced at £ 128.00

Alessi 9093 Stove Top Kettle

Love the look of the Alessi Electric Kettle but want a more traditional stove top version?

Alessi 9093 Stove Top Kettle

Well here we have the stylish Alessi hob kettle. It’s made of light stainless steel with a bird whistle - and yes it does whistle this time!

Not only a beautiful art deco style kitchen accessory but it’s also very functional and a joy to use. The magnetic steel heat-diffusing base is suitable for all types of stoves, and, a big plus for busy people, it boils quickly so you can enjoy your ‘cuppa’ in no time.

The ergonomically designed handle of the Alessi 9093 Stove Kettle is easy to grip and both it and the little bird whistle are made of ivory style cream PA. The kettle is easy to clean, with just a quick regular rub with a cloth keeping it looking just like new. If you enjoy the sound of a whistling kettle when boiled, then fill the kettle up to just below the spout line, and wait for the bird to sing.

A couple of words of advice for users: Don’t fill above the spout line as that can damage the bird whistle. Also after the kettle is boiled you should not place the empty or under filled kettle back onto the heat source as this can cause irreparable damage to the base.

All in all, I think this is a great design and perfect for a traditionalist kitchen. I wouldn’t mind betting that once you’ve tried this kettle you’ll wonder why you ever settled for anything else.

The Alessi 9093 Stove Kettle is priced at £ 85.00

Your Feedback on the Alessi 9093 Kettle

If you have either one of these iconic Alessi Kettles we would love to hear your feedback.

If you are anything like me, at first sight of the invitation anxiety begins to fill you up, simply because you are not sure what to get the lovely couple.  I worry desperately about what to choose.

Here is my top ten wedding gift ideas fit for any wedding and budget.

We all love Jamie Oliver

Ever since the naked chef I have been a big fan of Mr Oliver.  Several years ago he branched out into selling his own branded kitchenware, cutlery and tableware.   Designed by Jamie and manufactured by Royal Worcester, these good quality items are much sought after and look fabulous on any table.

With such a fantastic range to choose from it’s easy to get a bit lost.  My recommendation would be the Fluted Blue Range.

Fluted blue sauce jug

1) Jamie Oliver Fluted Blue

The Jamie Oliver Fluted Blue range is a 12 piece set brings style and colour to his new range and it is wonderful to see a contemporary twist to some traditional shapes.

Specific items within the range include;

The Fluted blue sauce jug; crafted in stoneware, the duck egg blue tones has a subtle colour palette that enhances its interesting shape. The sauce jug is microwave and dishwasher safe and holds 1.5 pints.

The Flute Blue Mug light.  This Practical vintage looking mug is both elegant and practical.  Again microwave and dishwasher safe it holds 400ml and is perfect for holding coffee on a Monday morning.

Fluted blue small bowl

This robust little bowl is perfect for breakfast.  17cm in diameter the Fluted Blue small bowl will hold a goodly amount of cereal of pudding and just looks great.

2) Robert Welch Cutlery

Cutlery and wedding go hand in hand and Robert Welch is synonymous with the stuff.  Established over 50 years ago, this family run business based in Warwick knows a thing or two about great design.

Designed by William Welch, The Robert Welch comet range is made up of 18/10 stainless steel.  It’s clear as soon as you hold any and all of Robert Welch’s cutlery they are special.  Formed from a single ingot of especially hardened stainless steel that maintains a cutting edge. It is weighty and very comfortable to hold.

Robert Welch Comet Cutlery has received Design Awards at the Tendence Fair in Frankfurt.

Signature knife block knives in black

3) Signature Knife Block & Knives in Black

Again traditional with weddings, but this is no ordinary Knife set & Block.  If the lovely couple enjoy cooking then they will really appreciate the The Signature knife block and knives by Robert Welch.

The Robert Welch Signature knife block in black will make an impressive statement on your work top and keep your excellent quality kitchen knives out of harms way.

The knife block is made from black ABS with a stainless steel cap and slots for 6 knives and either a sharpening steel or knife sharpener. The black block also features magnetised slots which help to locate the knife blade within the slot and prevent damage to the blade when inserting or removing your knives.

The actual knife block measures height 22cm, width 23cm and depth 20cm.

The Set consists of :- Black Knife Block 22cm Bread Knife 23cm Carving Knife 14cm Kitchen Knife 14cm Cooks Knife 8cm Vegetable Knife 12cm Utility Knife 23cm Sharpening Steel or Knife Sharpener

Y Grinder White

4) Joseph Joseph Y grinder

I simply love the contemporary kitchenware that the Brothers Richard & Antony Joseph produces.  Stylish and technically innovative the product all look unique and make a bold statement.

The Y-Grinder is a new salt and pepper mill from Joseph Joseph. The distinctive mill has a unique twin-chamber design allowing both salt and pepper to be dispensed from the same stylish unit. It’s ceramic mechanism is fully adjustable and suitable for all types of seasoning including rock salt and is guaranteed for up to 10 years. Dimensions 11x 6 x20cm.

5) Joseph Joseph Shell Digital Scale

The new digital scale by Joseph Joseph is compact, practical and versatile. Lift off the integrated measuring bowl to reveal a large, easy to read LCD display and simple controls. Rest the upturned bowl on the unit and it is ready to weigh both liquids and dry foods in the following units – g, lb, oz, fl oz, ml. A convenient add and weigh function also allows multiple ingredients to be weighed in the same bowl during recipe preparation. The dimensions are 25 x 14.5 x 10cm and the scale can weigh up to 5kg/11lb.

Nigella Lawson flameware casserole

6) Nigella Lawson Flameware Casserole

Nigella’s new range of flameware products include this Casserole Pot that is incredibly versatile. Made from a unique ceramic material they are lighter than stoneware and you can use them directly on a gas or electric hob, then pop them straight into the oven, before taking them to the table to serve.

They are also suitable for use in the microwave, freezer and dishwasher.

The insides have a non-stick coating making them very easy to clean

7) LSA Wine Red Wine Glasses

The red wine glasses in the LSA Wine and Bar collection are very elegant with tall stems. As with the rest of the collection they are handmade and boxed in fours in attractive packaging so make an ideal gift.  The red wine glass stands 26cms tall and holds 750ml.

LSA International also produce a wide variety of glasses to suite literary every palette.  Beer drinkers, vodka connoisseurs, cider and brandy glasses are available.  Make a personal touch might be to choose the couple’s favourite tipple and buy the appropriate glass.

La Cafetiere Thermique

8 ) La Cafetiere Thermique

Who can get through a Monday morning without a good cup of coffee?   If the wedding couple enjoy some hot java then they will definitely appreciate La Cafetiere Thermique.  Still iconic after 50 years this classic French business exudes sophistication and charm. From the art deco flair of Bialetti in northern Italy and the Zen perfection of the Japanese tea house to the leading designers on the UK scene, we work with the best in the world to make your favourite cup a satisfying and stylish experience, every time.

9) LSA Jazz Black Mug Set

Made of porcelain these stunning mugs are part of the Black Jazz Collection by LSA, to view other products in the collection search LSA by brand on our home page. The set is gift boxed.

Castle melamine cup cakes placemats coasters

10) Castle Melamine Cup Cakes Placemats & Coasters

These tablemats and coasters from Castle Melamine featuring six different vintage cake designs are very on trend at the moment. These melamine placemats are stain and scratch resistant and will take heat up to 145 degrees. They have a 5 year guarantee on the melamine surface. Packed in 6’s the placemats measure 29×20.5cms and the coasters 10×10cms

Whatever you decide to choose always remember to be appropriate to the Bride and Groom.  Think about who they are as a couple.  Do they enjoying cooking or entertaining.

If you are a couple looking for a wedding list why not consider the On the Table wedding list service.  If you have a contemporary lifestyle and are looking for a range that is slightly more unusual than your local store has to offer we will be able to help you.

The top 10 list of wedding gift ideas

1. Jamie Oliver Fluted Blue
2. Robert Welch Cutlery
3. Signature Knife Block & Knives in Black
4. Joseph Joseph Y grinder
5. Joseph Joseph Shell Digital Scale
6. Nigella Lawson Flameware Casserole
7. LSA Wine Red Wine Glasses
8. La Cafetiere Thermique
9. LSA Jazz Black Mug Set
10. Castle Melamine Cup Cakes Placemats & Coasters

What do you think?  Is this your  ideal gift list?  Let us know.