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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions |
What is kluntje? Sugar in a solid, crystal form. It's similar to rock candy but without the string. |
What's in a 21- piece tea service? All German teas service sets consist of: 1 teapot, 1 creamer, 1 sugar, 6 cups, 6 saucers and 6 luncheon plates. |
Dictionary of Terms Gabackschale = bowl for baked items Kaffeekanne = coffee pot Kaffetasse = coffee cup Kluntje = sugar candy Kuchenteller = cake plate Konigskuchenteller = King's cake plate Leuchter = candleholder |
Platte = plate Sahne = cream Schussel = bowl Stovchen = tea warmer Teekanne = tea pot Teetasse = tea cup |
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