Elite Global Solutions Blog Posts

New Product: New Hermosa Items

Embark on your next culinary journey with our latest additions to the Hermosa family. Two new sizes of chip and dip plates as well as one ramekin were recently added to the product line. The innovative design includes an attached ramekin for functionally presenting your favorite

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New Product: Black Tenaya

Elite Global Solutions is excited to announce the newest addition to the Tenaya product line – an elegant black color variation. This addition comes in response to popular demand, enhancing our most beloved dinner and serveware collection inspired by the picturesque Tenaya Lake in the Sierra

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New Product: Tenaya Serveware

Elite Global Solutions is proud to introduce a serveware line made uniquely for exceptional catering, dining, and buffet potential. The new Tenaya serveware products are available in three cutting-edge designs: granite stone, off-white, and black. Tenaya’s design was inspired by the iconic lake in the Sierra Nevada

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New Product: Maya Collection

The name Maya is most linked to Indian cultural origins where it is taken to mean dream or illusion. In this case, the dream of a beautiful multifunctional dinnerware line has come true. Elite Global Solutions is proud to introduce Maya, a collection of unique modern

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An intimate dinner setting with two stacks of square white plates with pink cloth napkins and a love note written on red paper. The love note reads "to my valentine". There are also two empty wine glasses. The scene is set on a red background.

Creating a Romantic Valentine’s Dinner for Two

Hosting a romantic Valentine’s dinner for two can be a special and memorable experience for you and your loved one. Nothing sets the mood better than a candle-lit dining table with Elite Global Solutions melamine dinnerware. The key is to put thought and effort into creating

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An open bottle of champagne with a full champagne flute beside it on a black background with gold glitter on a table.

Prepping Your Bar or Restaurant for New Year’s Eve

Preparing your bar for New Year’s Eve can be a daunting and confusing task. There are so many responsibilities when prepping your bar or restaurant for a national holiday. Get ready for the big night by planning your drink menu, estimating quantities, purchasing the alcohol, deciding

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How to Set the Table for Christmas Dinner

Christmas dinner is a cherished tradition that brings friends and family together to celebrate the holiday season. Setting the table for a Christmas dinner party is a fun and festive way to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Remember that setting the table for a Christmas

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Setting the Table for a Thanksgiving Party

Setting the mood for your Thanksgiving party can be a fun and memorable experience. Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere is a wonderful way to evoke the essence of the season. The first step is creating a theme or color scheme for your décor. Traditional fall

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How to Set the Table for a Halloween Party

Setting the table for a Halloween party is a fun and creative task that allows you to embrace the spooky and festive spirit of the holiday. Decide on a specific Halloween theme for your party, such as a classic spooky, haunted house, a gothic vampire, or

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Table Setting Guide

A make-or-break element for any party is a well-appointed dinner table. It has become one of the most important parts of any event including fancy ballroom dining, holiday parties, garden parties, and casual dinner parties. There is more to table setting than folding napkins and placing

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Is Melamine Microwave Safe?

Why is melamine not considered safe to use in the microwave? Melamine is an insulator and not a conductor of heat or cold. This means that when melamine is heated in the microwave, it will stay hotter longer than the food in most circumstances. The chemical

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Retail vs. Commercial Melamine

What are some of the key differences between retail and commercial-grade melamine products? It is common for food service operators to explore this question when stocking for their business. Just like traditional dinnerware, there are degrees of quality that may justify your investment requirement. Melamine qualities

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Melamine History

In 1834, a German scientist by the name of Justus Von Liebig first synthesized the crystalline compound melamine in his lab. He was considered one of the principal founders of organic chemistry and was known as the “father of the fertilizer industry” for his work with

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Types of Melamine Finishes

Melamine, being a moldable synthetic material, is easily transformed into many shapes and finishes. The lifetime use of each melamine piece varies depending on three important factors of production. Let our design team guide your decision on which texture, decal, and material to use for your

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All About Melamine

What is Melamine? Melamine, which begins in a powdered form, is an organic nitrogen-rich compound used for manufacturing a wide array of items including utensils, bowls, plates, serving trays, and drinkware. Melamine is a hard plastic that is heated, molded, and cured with strengthening compounds. The

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Where’s Melamine Used?

Melamine is used in more products than you may think. It’s used to make a decorative film on laminate floors, countertops, walls, and other building materials. It is commonly added to wood and particle board to improve water resistance. Specially formulated melamine resins are used to

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Faux vs. Real

Stoneware, wood, and cast iron have become a staple in food service applications. With modern technology and materials, the food industry has adapted to using melamine, which has a similar aesthetic as naturally made alternatives, but without the cost. Melamine has become an unrivaled low-cost substitute

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Use and Care

MELAMINE USE & CARE Melamine is not to be used in the microwave or oven. For best results, use only non-abrasive plastic pads or a plastic-type bristle to clean or remove dried food.  Harsh or abrasive cleaners, steel wool or metal scouring pads are not recommended for melamine products. Melamine is

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The Elite Story

Why should you choose Elite Global Solutions? We are the leader, not the follower, in creative designs for the food service industry. Our products are of the highest quality of 100% pure melamine and exceed all certification requirements and are tested by NSF, SGS and Intertek

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