F & B Service Equipments - Tableware (Flatware, Cutlery, Hollowware) Crockery, Linen and French Terms FOOD AND BEVERAGES F&B Service Equipments TABLEWARE Tableware is a term that refers to all items of flatware, cutlery and hollowware. 1. Flatware- In catering means all form of spoon and fork 2. Cutlery- refers to all types of knives and other cutting implements 3. Hollowware- refers to any item made from silver, apart from flatware and cutlery. Example: tea pots, sugar basin, creamers etc The tableware in majority of catering establishment is EPNS - Electro Plated Nickel Silver . It is an alloy of nickel and brass dipped in silver Cutlery is available in various designs in silver, plated silver and stainless steel material. The important point to consider while purchasing the cutlery;- · Type of menu and service offered ...