Laying The Elegant Table

Explore and celebrate the use of charming classic antique and vintage pieces for the table. Learn how to use them to best effect in entertaining and in daily life. Whether you are planning a celebration or a cozy breakfast with the newspaper, there is more to a good meal than just food.

Setting a table is a neglected art, and Ines Hugel provs that part of the satisfaction of a great meal is the art of presenting food in the perfect table setting. The nearly forgotten art of table setting, including centre pieces, glass and crystal ware and other ornaments are revised in this wonderfully illustrated classic.

Heugeel reviews the history behind each item of a perfect table setting and explores essential details about how they are crafteed as well as major manufacturers and brands to look out for.