Buying Chafer Dishes
Chafer dishes are commonly used in parties and buffets because
of its unique ability to keep foods warm and presentable at the
same time. Through the years, different innovations have improved
the chafing dish, but essentially, a chafer dish works like this:
a basin filled with water is heated by either a portable flame
or any electrically heated component. The goal is to keep the
water warm so that it will keep the food warm.
When choosing a chafer dish, try to analyze if a chafer dish
belongs to the economy, mid-end, high-end and ultra-high-end types.
Economy type chafer dishes are usually lighter than the other
types because it is made of cheaper materials and usually cost
around $200. Mid-Ends Chafer Dish offers a nice lift off as its
cover and is slightly heavier than the economy type. It costs
around $500. The High-end type costs around $800 to $1,500 because
of its design and brass components. It is most suitable to use
if you’re running a food service company. And lastly, the
ultra-high-end top is usually designed with silver plate and high-detailed
designs. Ultra-high-end chafer dish will cost you around $1,800
and up. If you think you’ll be using chafer dishes frequently,
you might want to buy the higher-end types for its durability
and aesthetics.
Before buying and choosing a chafer dish, think of what you want
for the lid for you have two options: the roll top lid or the
lift top lid. The roll top lid gives you more access to food since
the cover totally disappears from view. On the other hand, lift
tops are just separate covers for covering the chafer dish.
There are different shapes to choose from when buying a chafer
dish: ovals, rectangular and circular. Another thing to consider
when buying a chafer dish is the design. It is best to see first
if the chafer dish will look good with your other kitchen wares.
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