Tasting Service Ware – Garde‑Manger Presentation – Polish Pottery

In cold-kitchen and tasting contexts, presentation becomes an art. Our collection—about 200 unique pieces crafted by Ceramika Artystyczna and Manufaktura—are designed for elegance and precision:

• Mini plates (square, round) for single-portions

• Oval tasting platters ideal for arranged bites

• Small cups and bowls suited for sauces, jellies, or individual servings

Complement your creations with thoughtful garnishes:

• Herbs: Micro basil, chervil, tarragon for freshness; thyme or rosemary for visual contrast

• Gelées: Beetroot, carrot, cucumber or tomato gelée can add color and texture

• Brunoise touches: Tiny cuts of bell pepper, radish, carrot or cucumber enhance bite-size snacks

These ceramics are timeless tools—functional, beautiful, and perfect for lifting tasting experiences to culinary artistry.

Recipe: Refined Matjes Tartar

A sophisticated, refined matjes (young herring) tartar served on Polish pottery—perfect for tasting menus or elegant starters.

Ingredients (for approx. 4 servings):

• 4–6 Matjes herring double fillets, finely diced

• 1 small mild onion (white, red, or pink), finely diced

• ½ apple, seeded and diced (leave skin on for color, optional)

• Fresh parsley or dill, finely chopped

• Lemon zest (grated)

• Optional: a pinch of finely chopped red chili

• 2–3 tbsp crème fraîche or drained Greek yogurt

• Salt & freshly ground black pepper

• Optional: 1–2 tsp capers, finely diced, plus a splash of caper brine

Preparation:

1. Dice the Matjes fillets into small cubes; add to a bowl.

2. Add finely diced onion, apple, herbs, and lemon zest. If desired, add chili for a hint of heat.

3. Gently fold in crème fraîche or yogurt; season with salt and pepper. Add capers and a bit of brine if using.

4. Chill briefly to meld flavors—ideal dropped into a small tasting bowl.

Presentation Tip:
Serve portioned with a small spoon on a tasting plate. Garnish with a thin herb sprig and a micro herb leaf for elegance. Optionally place atop a buttered rye or pumpernickel toast.

This presentation in Polish ceramic tasting ware transforms a simple tartar into a refined, visually striking tasting experience