There is a practical problem every line cook who carries their own spoon knows well: silver plating spoons disappear. They get grabbed, misplaced, pulled into the dish pit, and rarely come back. The Richmond Gold Large Spoon addresses that problem directly. The gold satin finish makes it immediately recognizable on any station - on the pass, in a bain marie, at the bottom of a hotel pan - and its distinctive look is easy to communicate as hands-off to the rest of the kitchen.
Beyond the visibility advantage, this is a well-proportioned plating spoon built from 18/8 stainless in the same 230mm format as the standard Richmond large. The bowl is sized for sauce smears and controlled pours on composed plates. The gold satin surface gives it a warmer look on the pass than matte or brushed silver alternatives without reading as decorative - it is a working tool that happens to stand out. Hand washing is recommended to keep the finish in good condition over time.
What Customers Are Saying: Both reviewers focus on the same thing: the gold finish solves the disappearing spoon problem. One switched from a Mercer after losing it to the kitchen for the last time, bought gold and black Richmond spoons, and says she can spot them from across the kitchen - everyone knows not to touch them. The other notes that besides being the right size for a sauce smear, the gold means it does not get lost when it accidentally ends up in the dish pit.
Care Instructions: Hand wash and dry after each use. Avoid abrasive scrubbers and harsh detergents to protect the gold satin finish. Not dishwasher safe.
Beyond the visibility advantage, this is a well-proportioned plating spoon built from 18/8 stainless in the same 230mm format as the standard Richmond large. The bowl is sized for sauce smears and controlled pours on composed plates. The gold satin surface gives it a warmer look on the pass than matte or brushed silver alternatives without reading as decorative - it is a working tool that happens to stand out. Hand washing is recommended to keep the finish in good condition over time.
What Customers Are Saying: Both reviewers focus on the same thing: the gold finish solves the disappearing spoon problem. One switched from a Mercer after losing it to the kitchen for the last time, bought gold and black Richmond spoons, and says she can spot them from across the kitchen - everyone knows not to touch them. The other notes that besides being the right size for a sauce smear, the gold means it does not get lost when it accidentally ends up in the dish pit.
Care Instructions: Hand wash and dry after each use. Avoid abrasive scrubbers and harsh detergents to protect the gold satin finish. Not dishwasher safe.
- Brand: Richmond
- Material: 18/8 Stainless Steel
- Finish: Gold Satin
- Length: 230mm (9 in)
- Width: 56.2mm
- Volume: 2.5 Tablespoons
Reviews
2 review(s) WRITE A REVIEW (Reviews are subject to approval) Ideal spoon at realistic price. Posted By: Dani
48 people found this review helpful
This was an upgrade from my Mercer plating spoon. The Mercer was always becoming "misplaced" as it resembled every other silver utensil in the kitchen. The last time it was lost, it was never found. I made a fresh start by purchasing Richmond gold and black spoons in large and medium sizes. I can spot them a mile away and everyone knows not to get caught with them.
48 people found this review helpful
This was an upgrade from my Mercer plating spoon. The Mercer was always becoming "misplaced" as it resembled every other silver utensil in the kitchen. The last time it was lost, it was never found. I made a fresh start by purchasing Richmond gold and black spoons in large and medium sizes. I can spot them a mile away and everyone knows not to get caught with them.
