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Gleaming Glassware: A New Twilight

Glasses take a beating in our homes even if they live long enough to commiserate with their brethren in misery, the pots and pans. Stains can take their toll on even the finest glassware and the campaign to wage war against them must be subtle and swift. Read on for some battle details. Reinforcements will not be arriving anytime soon. Removing Stubborn Stains Soaking your glasses in a solution of one part salt and eight parts vinegar will often eliminate stubborn stains and discolorations. If that doesn’t work, try soaking in some ammonia for an hour or so. (Not you … Continue reading →

Glassware: Whatever Does It Mean?

There are almost as many stories and theories about glassware as there are glasses. Some say buy over-sized wine glasses for everything, even cold soups and desserts. Purists, however, contend that each type of beverage requires a specific type of glass. Legend and folklore have their place in the history of glassware as well. Supposedly, Marie Antoinette had wineglasses molded in the shape of her breasts. Like most legends, however, the truth gets expanded and distorted with every retelling of the tale. No one will ever be able to say for sure, whether they were 32A champagne glasses, 36-D goblets … Continue reading →