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Elia Virtu Dessert Fork 18/10 Stainless Steel (Pack of 12)

SKU: CD021

£37.24(£44.69 inc VAT)
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The Elia Virtu dessert fork is part of a distinctive cutlery range characterised by its solid, heavyweight handles and considered shaping. Made from 18/10 stainless steel, the Virtu pattern sits in the upper tier of Elia's hospitality cutlery offer — the kind of piece that reads well on a formally dressed table without demanding constant replacement.

In a busy restaurant or hotel setting, cutlery takes a great deal of handling, stacking, and repeated dishwasher cycles. The 18/10 steel grade used here offers good resistance to tarnishing and corrosion under those conditions, helping the pieces maintain their appearance through extended service use. The solid handle construction also means the fork sits with a reassuring weight on the table, which tends to register positively with guests.

From a practical standpoint, this pattern works well where operators want a consistent, polished table setting without committing to heavily ornate cutlery that shows wear more obviously over time. Useful operational points include:

  • Solid handle construction lends stability when placed upright in a presentation setting
  • 18/10 steel grade holds up well through high-frequency commercial dishwashing
  • Supplied in packs of 12, making stock management straightforward for covers-based ordering

Virtu is one pattern within a broader Elia range. If you are equipping a large dining operation or need to match an existing pattern already in service, it is worth confirming compatibility across the full range — knives, forks, spoons, and service pieces — before ordering in volume.

If you are building out a full table setting or are unsure which Elia pattern best fits your service style and budget, the team is happy to talk it through.

Frequently asked questions

How many packs would a 40-cover restaurant typically need for dessert service?

As a general guide, most operators plan for 1.5 to 2 times their cover count to account for pieces in the dishwasher during a sitting. For a 40-cover operation running one full turn, four to five packs of 12 would usually provide a comfortable working stock, though this depends on your washing cycle speed and whether you run multiple sittings.

Is the Elia Virtu pattern available across a full cutlery range?

The Virtu is a pattern within the broader Elia cutlery collection, which typically spans table knives, forks, dessert pieces, soup spoons, and teaspoons. If you are building a full place setting, it is worth confirming which pieces are available in this pattern before ordering, so everything matches across the table.

How does 18/10 stainless steel hold up in a commercial dishwasher environment?

18/10 stainless steel — referring to 18% chromium and 10% nickel content — offers good resistance to the high temperatures, detergents, and moisture found in commercial dishwashers. It is the grade most commonly specified for hospitality cutlery where pieces are washed multiple times daily, and it generally holds its finish better over time than lower-grade alternatives.
Elia Virtu Dessert Fork 18/10 Stainless Steel (Pack of 12)

£37.24(£44.69 inc VAT)

£37.24(£44.69 inc VAT)

The Elia Virtu dessert fork is part of a distinctive cutlery range characterised by its solid, heavyweight handles and considered shaping. Made from 18/10 stainless steel, the Virtu pattern sits in the upper tier of Elia's hospitality cutlery offer — the kind of piece that reads well on a formally dressed table without demanding constant replacement.

In a busy restaurant or hotel setting, cutlery takes a great deal of handling, stacking, and repeated dishwasher cycles. The 18/10 steel grade used here offers good resistance to tarnishing and corrosion under those conditions, helping the pieces maintain their appearance through extended service use. The solid handle construction also means the fork sits with a reassuring weight on the table, which tends to register positively with guests.

From a practical standpoint, this pattern works well where operators want a consistent, polished table setting without committing to heavily ornate cutlery that shows wear more obviously over time. Useful operational points include:

  • Solid handle construction lends stability when placed upright in a presentation setting
  • 18/10 steel grade holds up well through high-frequency commercial dishwashing
  • Supplied in packs of 12, making stock management straightforward for covers-based ordering

Virtu is one pattern within a broader Elia range. If you are equipping a large dining operation or need to match an existing pattern already in service, it is worth confirming compatibility across the full range — knives, forks, spoons, and service pieces — before ordering in volume.

If you are building out a full table setting or are unsure which Elia pattern best fits your service style and budget, the team is happy to talk it through.