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Omcan CF-CN-0004 4-tier Stainless Steel Chocolate Fountain
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View full detailsThunder Group SEJ92000 23" High Freestanding Dual Heat Lamp
Thunder Group19-2/7" x 13-7/9" x 23" Freestanding Dual Heat lamp, with Adjustable arm height of 23" - 30", Aluminum Frame with 5.42 ft Long power cord, Voltage:...
View full detailsThunder Group SLRCF8532 8 Quart Full Size Wood Handle
Thunder Group8 qt, 26-1/2" x 14" x 16-1/2", Full Size Rectangular Deluxe Chafer, Stainless Steel with Faux Wood Handles
Thunder Group SLRCF0834GH 4 Quart Gold Accented Chafer
Thunder Group4 qt, 17" x 11-5/8" x 12-5/8", Gold Accented Chafer, Stainless Steel with Gold Accented Handles & Legs
Thunder Group SLRCF0833BT 8 Quart Stainless Steel Chafer
Thunder Group8 qt, 24-2/5" x 14-3/8" x 12-3/5" Stackable Chafer, Stainless Steel
Thunder Group SLRCF0825 4 Quart Half Size Wood Handle
Thunder Group4 qt, 17-3/4" x 11-3/4" x 16-1/4", Half Size Square Deluxe Chafer, Stainless Steel 18-8
Thunder Group SLRCF0031GH 2.2 Gallon Juice Dispenser, Stainless Steel With Gold Plated Accents
Thunder Group2.2 Gallon, 10" x 13-7/8" x 23-1/4" Juice Dispenser, Stainless Steel Lid, Center Tube, Base with Gold Accented Knobs and Stem And Polycarbonate Body
Thunder Group SLRCF002 Full Size Weld Chafer with Plastic Footed
Thunder Group8 qt, 23-7/8" x 13-7/8" x 13-3/8", Full Size Welded Chafer, Stainless Steel with Black Plastic Footed
Thunder Group SLRCF8633 5 Quart Half Size Round/Brass Handle
Thunder Group5 qt, 17-5/8" x 13" x 16-5/8", Half Size Round Chafer, Stainless Steel 18-8 with Brass Handles
Thunder Group SLRCF8632 5 Quart Half Size Round/Wood Handle
Thunder Group5 qt, 17-5/8" x 13" x 16-5/8", Half Size Round Chafer, Stainless Steel 18-8 with Wooden Handles
Thunder Group SLRCF8533 8 Quart Full Size Brass Handle
Thunder Group8 qt, 26-1/2" x 14" x 16-1/2", Full Size Rectangular Deluxe Chafer, Stainless Steel with Brass Handles
Thunder Group SLRCF8311 11 Quart Marmite Chafer, Stainless Steel
Thunder Group11 qt, 14-1/2" x 11-1/8" x 13-1/4", Marmite Chafer, Stainless Steel
Thunder Group SLRCF8307 7 Quart Marmite Chafer, Stainless Steel
Thunder Group7 qt, 12-1/2" x 9-1/4" x 13-1/4" Marmite Chafe, Stainless Steel
Thunder Group SLRCF0860 6 Quart Round Roll Top Stainless Steel
Thunder Group6 qt, 17" x 16-1/2" x 17-3/8" Round Roll Top. Lid swivels open up to 90 degree angle , Stainless Steel
Thunder Group SLRCF0840 8 Quart Full Size Brass Trim
Thunder Group8 qt, 22-5/8" x 14-7/8" x 12-3/4", Full Size Continental Chafer, Stainless Steel with Brass Handles
Thunder Group SLRCF0836GH 6 Quart Gold Accented Oval Chafer
Thunder Group6 qt, 21-3/4" x 12-1/2" x 11-1/2", Gold Accented Oval Chafer, Stainless Steel with Gold Accented Handles & Legs
Thunder Group SLRCF0833GH 8 Quart Gold Accented Oblong Chafer
Thunder Group8 qt, 25" x 13-7/8" x 12-1/4", Gold Accented Oblong Chafer, Stainless Steel
Thunder Group SLRCF0831GH 4 Quart Gold Accented Round Chafer
Thunder Group4 qt, 16-1/2" x 13-1/2" x 12", Gold Accented Round Chafer, Stainless Steel with Gold Accented Handles & Legs
Thunder Group SLRCF0171G Roll Top/Golden Handle Chafer
Thunder Group8 qt, 25-1/4" x 14-3/4" x 15-1/2" Roll Top Chafer, Stainless Steel with Gold Accented Handles
Thunder Group SLRCF001 8 Quart Full Size Welded Chafer
Thunder Group8 qt, 23-3/8" x 13-7/8" x 15-1/2", Full Size Welded Chafer, Stainless Steel
Introducing the Contemporary Chafing Dish: A Perfect Blend of Tradition and Modernity
Chafing dishes have a long history that goes back to ancient times. We can find references to them in old English texts and other historical sources. These timeless culinary tools have evolved over the years, but their essence remains the same - to keep food warm and delicious.
Traditionally, a chafing dish consisted of a frame, fuel compartment, flame adjuster, water pan, and blazer. This simple yet effective design has stood the test of time, requiring only minor adjustments as technology advanced. From coal firing to wood and denatured alcohol, today's chafing dishes even utilize solid fuel for compactness.
In the early 1900s, a new type of dish called the yachting dish became popular. It used chafing dish fuel and could hang in its frame. This design was perfect for outdoor use on yachts. This innovation showed how food could stay hot in different places.
As we enter the modern era, materials used in manufacturing chafing dishes have evolved as well. Durable cladded metals have replaced heavy tin-lined copper and stainless steel, offering longevity and resistance against tarnish. You can find these modern materials in famous auction houses. Examples include fine auctions in New York and the Silver Vaults in London. You can also see them in well-known shops in Paris, like Christofle.
Contemporary stainless steel chafing dishes come in various sizes to suit different needs. From a diminutive 3 pints to a colossal 38 quarts, there is an option for every occasion. For home use, we recommend a practical 3-quart dish that balances functionality with convenience.
Investing in a modern, high-quality chafing dish adds elegance to your dining experience. It also keeps your foods warm during your gathering. Its timeless design combined with modern features make it an essential tool for both professional chefs and home cooks alike.
Find the perfect mix of tradition and modern style with a contemporary chafing dish. This kitchen tool to keep food hot is a must-have that has lasted through the years.