Chopstick Holders Buying Guide
The origin of
chopsticks may be traced significantly far back in history. They are tapered sticks of equal length and used in pairs to eat food.
Chopstick holders provide the chopsticks a clean and tidy place to be when they are not in use and form an important part of
tableware.
Purpose of Chopstick holders
* Chopstick holders help you keep your chopsticks from rolling off the
table and also provide you with a clean surface for the eating end of your chopsticks to prevent contamination.
* The
Korean etc and in some cases as per the etiquette demands.
* To add style to your dining, chopstick holders come in many different
intricate designs and detailed structure.
Different Types of Chopstick Holders
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Chopstick rests are a small piece of tableware that is wedge shaped and used at diners to rest the chopsticks when they are not in use.
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hinged chopsticks, which are used by beginners.
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Holders to store chopsticks are majorly used at diners or restaurants to store large amounts of chopsticks. They come with many holes to store dozens of chopsticks.
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boxes or soft cases to handle chopsticks with protection.
Materials Used to Craft Chopstick Holders
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Wood is, more often than not, the same as what the chopsticks are made of. Expensive wood lends elegance.
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Bamboo is the most traditional material used for chopsticks. It is suitable for travel also as it is lightweight. Engravings on bamboo make it look attractive.
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Porcelain is one of the most commonly used materials in chopstick holders. Though it adds style with simplicity, porcelain must be handled with care.
* Natural stone, usually
jade and marble, is used in crafting exquisite chopstick holders. Jade also carries a religious and traditional value. Stones can be used to embellish chopstick holders.
* Metal lends a formal look to your tableware and therefore
metal chopstick holders are preferred for formal and business meetings.
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Paper is another choice for chopstick holders and the art of origami gives them a unique touch.
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kid’s chopstick sets as they are not easily breakable and not much care is required while handling it.
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