At the upcoming IHMRS Show in New York, the Seltmann line of fine porcelain and tableware will be shown at the Frieling booth for the first time. Frieling USA is the exclusive distributor for Seltmann in the United States and Canada.

Made in Germany to the highest quality standards with the finest raw materials, Seltmann porcelain is scratch-resistant, lead-free and cadmium-free, meeting strict California regulations. It stores heat efficiently and releases it slowly, keeping foods at prime serving temperature longer, and it's 100% dishwasher safe, 100% microwavable and 100% oven safe.

A first in the marketplace for fine porcelain tableware, the new DIAMANT line, a Seltmann exclusive, captures the look, feel and prestige of fine bone china in a hard porcelain collection with significantly greater durability and chip resistance.

From the company that has been at the forefront of fine porcelain innovation for over 100 years, Seltmann has developed a new raw material mix that combines hard porcelain with the silky smooth finish and translucency that is the essence of bone china. This premium line is ideal for boutique hotels and other fine dining establishments.

The top of the line for Seltmann, DIAMANT includes a broad range of pieces including multiple plate sizes, cup/saucer sets and creamers, as well as a tureen, warming plate, vase, candlestick, napkin ring and more.

You can see the enitre line of Seltmann porcelain for the hospitality industry by going here:
http://frieling.com/products/seltmann-fine-porcelain/

You can also see the full range of hospitality industry products available from Frieling by going here:http://frieling.com/

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QSRweb.com is reporting that Auntie Anne's recently honored its leading national suppliers and supplier representatives for their service and dedication to the company.  Recognized as one of a handful of Outstanding Suppliers was leading tabletop and equipment supplier Edward Don & Company from Chicago.

Edward Don & Company has supported the Auntie Anne's franchise system for more than 15 years, distributing equipment to Auntie Anne's more than 900 domestic stores. Owned and operated by the Don family since 1921, Edward Don & Company is the world's leading distributor of foodservice equipment and supplies.

To read the entire story, go here:
http://www.qsrweb.com/article/196775/Auntie-Anne-s-honors-top-suppliers

"Design is becoming extraordinarily important and people want their uniqueness, they want their own look. The idea of it is certainly starting to ramp up. These places are wanting to set themselves apart and make the crockery more of a part of the experience of their restaurant." says Australian tabeware importer and manufacturer Daniel Grundman of H.A.G. Australia in a just published article in Hospitality Magazine written by author Rosemary Ryan

TabletopJournal feels has been discussing for some time now - that tabletop, particularly the dinnerware, but all tabletop - plays a mjor role in defining the guest experience and helping to differentiate a restaurant. With white plates of all sizes, shapes, and quality (remember when square plates were "edgy"?) the tabletop area has become treated as almost a commodity area. I mean, since you have to have plates why not just get the cheapest white plates you can and be done with it. Right???

As restaurateurs more and more grasp the idea that they are not in the food & beverage business, but rather the dining experience business, they discover the need to make their dining experience unique and special. And while it is still true that in the theater of dining out, food & beverage are the leading stars, tabletop remains an exceptionally strong co-star. Like the great character actors whose name you cannot quite remember, great tabletop adds a sensory texture to the meal and the entire dining experience while remaining rather unobtrusive. And like those same great character actors that quietly elevate a movie's cimematic impact, it is the tabletop that often helps transform a "good" meal into a something far more memorable. The glassware, cutlery, dinnerware and serving pieces all have roles to play in elevating the overall dining experience. That's why TabletopJournal always trys to recognize and applaud the well-thought out tabletop.

So far now, we will continue our evangelistic journey to raise the conciousness and help tabletop gain its rightful respect in the role it plays in the guest experience. Thanks to author Ryan in joining us in this pursuit.

You can read Rosemary Ryan's entire article by going here:
http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/management/an-appetite-for-colour-tabletop-trends?utm_source=SilverpopMailing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Hospitality%20Newsletter%20MREC%20-%20send%20-%3E%2028/06/2012%202:27:09%20PM&utm_content=

Well Done.