Dessert Knives: Olympia, Amefa and Others

The Chef & Sommelier Ezzo dessert knife is part of a well-regarded flatware range designed for professional table service. Made from 18/10 stainless steel with a notably heavy 5mm gauge, these knives offer a solid, balanced feel in the hand — a quality that tends to read well to diners and holds up reliably in the wash cycle routines of a busy operation.

In a commercial setting, cutlery takes a significant amount of daily punishment: repeated machine washing, handling, stacking, and the occasional drop. The Ezzo range is built with that in mind. The 18/10 grade provides good resistance to corrosion and staining, and the weight of the gauge helps the pieces retain their appearance over time without becoming visually tired after a few months of service.

The rounded handle profile and curved lines give the Ezzo a contemporary look that works across a range of dining styles — from modern bistro settings through to more formal restaurant environments. Practically speaking, the shape is comfortable to hold and straightforward to handle during service.

• Sold in packs of 12, making it straightforward to order in service-relevant quantities
• Heavy gauge construction holds up well to repeated commercial dishwashing
• 18/10 stainless steel resists staining and maintains a consistent finish
• Suits a broad range of table settings without looking out of place

If you are building out a full table cover or matching to existing Ezzo pieces, or if you are unsure which pack quantity suits your cover count and rotation cycle, we are happy to help you work through the numbers before you order.

The Chef & Sommelier Lazzo dessert knife is a well-proportioned piece from a classically styled flatware range. The Lazzo pattern is defined by its teardrop handle profile, which tapers smoothly into the neck of each piece, giving the cutlery a clean, fluid appearance that sits comfortably on a formally dressed table without appearing fussy or dated.

Produced in 4mm gauge 18/10 stainless steel, the knives carry a solid weight in the hand — substantial enough to feel considered rather than lightweight, which matters in settings where customers notice the quality of cover items. The 18/10 steel grade gives good resistance to staining and tarnishing under regular commercial dishwasher cycles, which is a practical consideration for any site putting cutlery through heavy daily rotation.

For front-of-house teams, a few operational points are worth noting:

• 4mm gauge construction gives a balanced feel without excessive weight
• 18/10 stainless resists tarnishing through repeated dishwasher cycles
• Teardrop handle profile presents well on both formal and casual covers
• Sold in packs of 12, which maps neatly to standard cover planning
• Consistent finish across the Lazzo range supports a uniform table lay

The Lazzo range is best suited to restaurants, hotels, and function venues looking for a reliable, smartly presented cutlery pattern that will hold up under daily commercial use. It sits in the mid-range of the Chef & Sommelier catalogue — suitable for most dining environments, though sites requiring a heavier or more formal weight profile may want to consider other patterns within the range.

If you're building or refreshing a flatware selection and want to talk through quantities, mix of pieces, or how Lazzo compares to other available patterns, the team is happy to help you work it through.

The Amefa Oxford dessert knife is part of a well-established flatware range produced by Amefa, a European cutlery manufacturer with a long track record in the catering industry. The Oxford pattern features a simple teardrop handle profile in a polished finish, giving it a clean, classic appearance that sits comfortably across a range of dining settings without being polarising.

Made from 18/10 stainless steel, the knives offer good resistance to corrosion and staining under regular commercial dishwasher cycles. The gauge and weight are appropriate for everyday restaurant and hospitality use, and the polished finish is straightforward to maintain as part of a normal cutlery rotation.

• Polished 18/10 stainless steel resists staining and corrosion through repeated dishwasher cycles
• Classic teardrop handle profile suits formal and informal dining environments
• Sold in packs of 12, practical for building or replenishing a cover count
• Consistent pattern across the Oxford range makes matching straightforward

These are sold in packs of 12, which suits operators buying to a specific cover count or topping up existing stock. The Oxford range includes other pieces, so building a matched set across courses is straightforward. For very high-turnover environments where cutlery loss and attrition are significant, it is worth considering whether a heavier-gauge pattern might offer a better long-term cost per piece.

If you are fitting out a new site or matching into an existing Oxford set and want to work through quantities or pattern options, we are happy to help.

The Amefa Moderno dessert knife is part of a contemporary flatware range designed for professional table service. The pattern takes a clean, unadorned approach — no decorative detailing on the handle — which suits modern dining environments where a minimal aesthetic is preferred. Each knife is finished in a high-polish 18/10 stainless steel, which gives the piece a bright, consistent appearance and holds up well through repeated commercial dishwasher cycles.

18/10 stainless steel is a reliable choice for front-of-house cutlery in commercial settings. The higher nickel content in the alloy contributes to corrosion resistance and helps the finish retain its appearance over time, even with frequent, high-temperature washing. For operations running multiple covers per service, that durability matters — cutlery that dulls or pits quickly adds replacement cost and affects presentation.

The Moderno pattern works well in restaurants, bistros, hotel dining rooms, and event catering where a contemporary table setting is the goal. It is a straightforward, practical choice rather than a statement piece, which means it fits comfortably alongside a range of tableware styles without competing for attention.

Knives are supplied in packs of 12, which suits operators building or replenishing a cover set. If you are fitting out a full service for a larger operation or need to match across multiple flatware pieces within the Moderno range, it is worth considering quantities carefully to avoid short stock mid-service.

If you are unsure how the Moderno range fits your table setting or need guidance on quantities for your cover count, we are happy to help you work through it.

The Amefa Amsterdam dessert knife is a plain-pattern piece from Amefa's established Amsterdam range, produced in 18/0 stainless steel. It is a straightforward, unfussy design well suited to covers where a clean, European-style table setting is appropriate without the added cost of higher-grade steel grades.

18/0 stainless steel is widely used across contract catering, pub dining, and institutional foodservice where cutlery turns over regularly and replacement cost needs to stay manageable. It performs reliably in commercial dishwashers under daily use, though operators in areas with very hard water or high-chlorine rinse cycles may see surface marking develop over time more readily than with 18/10 grades. For lower-intensity or drier storage conditions, this tends not to be a concern in practice.

• Plain pattern suits a wide range of cover styles without clashing with tableware
• Sold in dozens, making stock management and replacement straightforward
• 18/0 grade keeps cost per cover competitive for volume operations
• Consistent sizing across the Amsterdam range supports a coordinated table setting

These knives are a practical choice for cafés, casual dining restaurants, contract caterers, and hospitality venues running high cover counts where keeping cutlery costs controlled is a priority. For fine dining or venues where long-term finish retention is critical, a higher-grade steel pattern may be worth considering.

If you are building out a full cutlery specification or need to match existing Amsterdam pieces, the team is happy to help you work through quantities and range options.

The Olympia Airnox knife is a compact stainless steel knife originally designed for use in commercial airline catering. Made from 18/0 stainless steel, it is part of Olympia's Airnox range, which was developed specifically to meet the practical demands of in-flight meal service, where space, weight, and safety management are genuine operational concerns.

One of the defining characteristics of the Airnox design is its magnetic property. The knife is compatible with magnetic bin lid systems, which helps prevent cutlery from being accidentally discarded with food waste during tray collection — a common source of stock loss in high-turnover airline catering environments. The magnetic quality also means the knife will stay in position on magnetic surfaces during movement, including during turbulence or transit on service trolleys.

For operations using this cutlery outside of aviation — such as rail catering, event catering, or any service where magnetic waste management systems are in place — the same practical advantages apply. The 18/0 stainless steel construction is hardwearing and straightforward to clean, with no special handling requirements.

• Compatible with magnetic bin lid systems to reduce cutlery loss
• Stays secured to magnetic surfaces during movement or transit
• Durable 18/0 stainless steel construction for repeated commercial use
• Compact blade suited to tray-based service formats
• Supplied in a pack of 12 for bulk restocking

This pack is most suitable for airline catering operations, rail catering, or any operator running magnetic waste separation systems. If you are unsure whether the Airnox range suits your specific service format or waste management setup, we are happy to talk it through before you order.

The Abert Matisse dessert knife is a straightforward, well-proportioned piece of table cutlery designed for use in restaurants, hotels, and catering operations. Made from 18/10 stainless steel with a highly polished finish, the Matisse range has been part of the Abert catalogue for many years and reflects the Italian manufacturer's long-standing approach to producing reliable, unfussy flatware. The 3mm gauge gives each piece a solid feel without being heavy, and the clean lines mean it sits comfortably across a range of table settings from casual dining through to more formal covers.

In practical terms, cutlery at this gauge and material grade holds up well under commercial dishwasher cycles. The 18/10 stainless steel composition — with its higher nickel content — offers good resistance to tarnishing and pitting over sustained use, which matters when pieces are going through the wash multiple times a day across a busy service. The polished finish is straightforward to maintain and shows marks less readily than brushed alternatives when dried promptly.

• Consistent finish across the range makes mixed-course settings straightforward to manage
• 18/10 grade offers reliable corrosion resistance through repeated commercial dishwasher cycles
• Simple, timeless profile suits most dining environments without looking out of place
• Sold in packs of 12, which aligns sensibly with standard cover planning

If you are building out a full Matisse setting or matching to existing pieces already in service, it is worth confirming the full range available before ordering. The team is happy to help work out quantities for your cover count or advise on complementary pieces.

The Abert City dessert knife is part of a contemporary Italian flatware range manufactured by Abert, a family-owned cutlery specialist with a production history stretching back to 1929. The City pattern features smooth, flowing curves with a high-polish finish, giving it a clean, modern appearance that sits comfortably across a range of dining environments without being overly formal or decorative.

Made from 18/10 stainless steel, the blades and handles carry a higher chromium and nickel content than standard 18/0 cutlery, which translates directly into better corrosion resistance and a finish that holds up well under repeated commercial dishwasher cycles. For front-of-house teams, that means less time managing tarnished or pitted pieces and a more consistent table presentation across covers.

• 18/10 stainless steel composition for strong corrosion resistance
• High-polish finish suits contemporary and traditional table settings
• Sold in packs of 12, suited to standard cover-count replenishment
• Dishwasher safe and suitable for regular commercial wash cycles
• Part of a coordinated range covering multiple cutlery types

Supplied in packs of 12, the City range is a practical choice for restaurants, hotels, and function venues looking for reliable, consistent-looking flatware without excessive outlay. The pack size suits incremental stock top-ups as well as initial setting builds. For very high-volume operations where cutlery loss and attrition rates are significant, it is worth considering whether a heavier-gauge pattern from a similar tier would better suit the throughput.

If you are building a full cover setting or matching to existing Abert City pieces, the team is happy to advise on quantities and coordinating items before you order.