Why aren't glass spoons used for eating?
Why aren't glass spoons used for eating? It seems it would solve the problem of metallic taste with some foods.
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There has actually been some significant research into cutlery being made of the correct substance to match the food
Testing shows perceptible difference in tastes from various metals when combined with certain foods. Just as silver spoons and egg are an unpleasant experience, some metals (e.g. copper, zinc) acted as a catalyst and improved the taste experience of certain foods
We use wood and ceramic for similar reasons, often for the mouth feel of the cutlery and heat dispersion, e.g. hot soups with metal spoons can be painful
Glass would have it's place, but probably not to dissimilar to porcelain (ceramic). Glass spoons are available, but rare
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Institute of Making - Sensoaesthetic Properties of Materials
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Perhaps because there is a risk of damaging the glass when taking a bite, which might result in cutting lips and swallowing bits of glass. When drinking from a glass, we don't touch it with our teeth as much. In fact, in this day and age, plastic spoons would be the most efficient.What are glass spoons used for?
Very pleased with the purchase of the glass spoons. They are perfect to use with relish/condiment tray or to use for salad dressings. They can be used for formal or informal occasions and because they are glass, there is less chance of acidity ruining the utensil.Why does food taste better with a plastic fork?
Plastic packaging or plate ware that's more rounded will tend to emphasize sweetness. Angular plates tend to bring out the bitterness in food, which works well for dishes like dark chocolate or coffee-based desserts, Spence says.Which spoon is used for eating?
Dinner Spoon (Table Spoon) \u2212 It has elongated round cup. It is used to eat main course food items.AND WHY AREN'T YOU IN UNIFORM ? | TIKTOK COMPILATION
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There was never a need, as there was no benefit.
Spoons made from wood, nacre, horn or porcelain were widely available and don't come with the disadvantages of glass, like insufficient resistance to sudden temperature changes or shock resistance.
Borosilicate glass was invented in the late 19th century, so it wasn't available at a time where it might have had a greater influence on culture.
Porcelain spoons are cheap, with no apparent disadvantages, are widely accepted and do match with other kitchenware.
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