Features and types
The "Cutlery and Table Accessories" category covers everything you need to set the table, serve and cook: from complete cutlery sets to kitchen utensils, from bar tools to designer objects. The most commonly used materials arestainless steel 18/10 — resistant, hygienic and dishwasher-safe — food-grade nylon for utensils in contact with non-stick surfaces, and bamboo wood for small forks and chopping boards.
Stainless steel cutlery and teaspoon sets
A complete cutlery service includes knives, forks, spoons and teaspoons. 24-piece sets cover 6 place settings and are the starting point for everyday dining. Salvinelli is the most represented brand in this selection with over 100 references among kitchen and bar utensils in stainless steel: models such as the Grand Hotel line and single-piece utensils are designed for professional service but also suitable for domestic use for those who want durable tools. Alongside complete services you will find moka and coffee teaspoons in various models (Goccia, Time, Charme, President), fruit forks and steak knives.
Kitchen utensils: stainless steel and food-grade nylon
Ladles, skimmers, spatulas, soup spoons, carving forks, graters, peelers and strainers make up the preparation equipment. Food-grade nylon utensils (Cucina Novella line) protect non-stick pans; those in solid stainless steel one-piece withstand higher temperatures and intensive use. Victorinox (since 1884, Switzerland) brings to this category knives and precision instruments recognised in the professional field. Ad Trend offers sets of stainless steel and nylon knives at accessible prices, with or without wooden block.
Service and bar accessories
For serving, you need salad tongs, spaghetti servers, lasagne and dessert spatulas, buffet serving forks and cutlery rests. Those who love mixology will find in this selection Boston shakers in stainless steel (50 and 75 cl), bar spoons with muddler, cocktail strainers and three-pronged ice picks: all in stainless steel for hygiene and durability. Beverage and cocktail teaspoons in Mix and Goccia models add detail to your service.
Designer objects: Alessi and WD LifeStyle
Alessi (since 1921) brings to the collection pieces that combine function and design: the Alessi Moka in aluminium with thermoplastic resin handle in various colours is available from 1 cup, and the Alessandro M. corkscrew in resin is available in light blue. These are items that look good in the kitchen all year round and are also suitable as gift ideas. WD LifeStyle has enriched the selection this autumn 2026 season with decorative bottle openers (black cat, dachshund, parrot) and cake knives in stainless steel and coloured resin: small accessories with character, useful from a functional standpoint and pleasant to look at.
How to choose the right cutlery and accessories
For everyday dining
A 24-piece set in stainless steel 18/10 is sufficient for a family of 4-6 people. Choose models with a glossy finish if you are looking for ease of cleaning; satin-finished ones hide signs of use better. For special occasions — weddings, christenings, communions, Christmas dinner — it is worth adding dessert or cake cutlery to the basic set, such as WD LifeStyle cake knives.
For cooking: stainless steel or nylon?
If you have non-stick pans, choose food-grade nylon utensils: they won't scratch the bottom. For searing, stirring over high heat or more intensive preparations, stainless steel resists better. A one-piece stainless steel ladle and spatula last years without warping.
For those looking for gift items
Alessi designer accessories — such as the Alessandro M. corkscrew in resin — or decorative WD LifeStyle bottle openers are concrete gift ideas at accessible prices, suitable for birthdays, ceremonies or as a completion to a wedding list. Can be paired with glasses and table accessories or with a selection of plates, glasses and table accessories for a more complete gift.
For those setting the table for ceremonies
Weddings, communions and christenings require attention to the arrangement of cutlery and consistency of service. A complete cutlery set in stainless steel with fruit forks and dessert teaspoons completes the formal table setting. For the most elaborate arrangements you can pair the cutlery with ceremony decorations and with ceremony candles.
FAQ — Frequently asked questions about cutlery and table setting
Where should forks be positioned according to etiquette?
The fork goes on the left side of the plate. If there are more forks (fish and meat forks), they are arranged in order of use from outside to inside: the first one to be used goes furthest from the plate. The dessert fork is placed horizontally above the plate, with the prongs facing right.
How should cutlery be arranged on the table?
The basic rule is simple: knives and spoon on the right, fork on the left. The knife is positioned with the blade facing the plate, the spoon goes to the right of the knife. Between one place setting and another it is good to leave at least 90 cm for comfort. Dessert cutlery (teaspoon and small fork) are positioned horizontally above the plate or are brought together with the dessert course.
Where should the napkin be left at the end of the meal?
The napkin should be left slightly crumpled on the left side of the plate, without folding it neatly. Folding it neatly as at the beginning of the meal is considered, according to etiquette, a sign that the meal was not enjoyed.
How to choose stainless steel cutlery 18/10?
The number 18/10 indicates the percentage of chromium (18%) and nickel (10%) in the alloy: it is the standard for cutlery resistant to corrosion, easy to wash in the dishwasher and stable over time. Stainless steel cutlery 18/10 does not alter the taste of food and maintains its brilliance longer than alloys with a lower nickel percentage.
Do professional Salvinelli utensils work in a domestic kitchen?
Yes. Professional utensils such as Salvinelli — ladles, skimmers, spatulas in stainless steel — are designed for intensive use in restaurants, but work very well in home kitchens too. The advantage is durability: solid stainless steel does not warp, handles remain secure and one-piece models have no connection points that can break over time.
How to maintain stainless steel cutlery?
Wash them in the dishwasher without problems. To maintain the shine, it is useful to dry them immediately after washing and avoid prolonged contact with salt or vinegars. Do not mix them with silver cutlery in the same dishwasher basket.
Why choose L'Arcolaio for cutlery and accessories
L'Arcolaio was founded in 2000 and in its 5,000 sq m store in Pignataro Interamna (FR), a few minutes from the Cassino exit on the A1 motorway, you can find the entire selection of cutlery, utensils and table accessories. The store is open Monday-Saturday 8:30-19:00 and Sunday 10:00-19:00. If you prefer to order online, we ship throughout Italy and to 21 European countries; you can also pick up your order directly from the store.
To complete your table, also take a look at kitchen and table knives and the plates, glasses and table accessories section.
