Salt and pepper set

What is the unwinged plane? Sherlock without his Watson? The knife without the fork? Neither complete nor whole. When the right couples come together, they can create magic, including salt and pepper. A salt-and-pepper set is a must in the kitchen. Whether you’re making a good coq au wine or savouring the carbonade at the dinner table, you’ll need salt and pepper to complete the dish. While the pepper adds depth, the salt enhances the flavour of the food. This allows the two spices to go hand in hand when it’s time to finish the dish off. On this page, you’ll find salt-and-pepper sets for every taste, so feel free to explore our beautiful universe of different materials and designs.

Which salt-and-pepper set should you choose?

Salt and pepper come to the table in many different designs. The classic table salt and ground pepper set, often found on the dinner table, is perhaps the most common. The set is suitable for both cooking and serving when you need a little extra spice. You also have salt and pepper cellars, which are usually located on the stove top or kitchen table. The cellar makes it easier to add spices to the dish or your baked goods. Often you need 1 tsp. salt, and it is easier to do this from a salt cellar with fine salt. You can use both fine salt and coarse salt, but the fine salt dissolves more easily and is therefore particularly suitable for food where you have to stir the salt into the dish, for example, stews, bread and cake dough.

Coarse salt from a salt cellar or salt mill is ideal for seasoning. A fried steak is also delicious with some crunchy finger salt on top. Coarse salt and flake salt can also give a slightly more salty taste in the mouth, as a concentrated amount of salt hits the tongue. Today, you can get all kinds of salt of different taste nuances, including Himalayan salt, Læsøsalt, Nordursalt and Salinasalt, to name a few. Although all salt consists primarily of sodium chloride, there may be differences in the mineral content, and this can mean that it tastes slightly different.

Do ground salt and pepper taste better?

With the many options, you might wonder whether there is a real difference in taste between fine salt and powdered pepper and coarse salt and peppercorns. That’s a good and relevant question. When it comes to freshly ground salt, it doesn't immediately taste different than fine salt that has been in the kitchen cupboard. But the consistency of flaky salt or coarse salt can make dessert, chocolate or steak extra delicious. The taste cannot disappear from salt as it can from ground pepper. Over time, you will find that ground pepper loses some of its strength after it has been on the spice rack for a long time. At the same time, you can taste that freshly ground pepper has more pepper flavour, which is why it is worth investing in a pepper mill.

How to choose the perfect salt-and-pepper set

When choosing the right salt-and-pepper set, it is of course most important to know what kind you are aiming for – i.e., whether it should be a standard table set with fine salt and ground pepper, a salt and pepper cellar or a milling set that we went over above. Then there are a number of considerations, from functionality to design, which are worth considering.

You can find a wealth of different variants, and we have several types to choose from, so you’ll be able to find a set that suits you. The most important is the quality, so that you get a good, solid set that you can enjoy for many years to come. With the right treatment, a salt-and-pepper set can easily last for 20 or 50 years, and for this reason it is also important that it be made in a beautiful design that is a pleasure to look at. After all, you’ll use it and look at it every day. When choosing salt-and-pepper sets for your home, it is also important to consider whether it is ergonomic to hold and operate. If it is a grinder set, it should be positioned well in the hand, while a salt cellar should suit your needs. For example, should it be round or oblong? Would you like a small spoon to be included? There are many things to consider, but the most important thing is that the design is functional, so that you can enjoy it in your everyday life and actually want to use it. Its primary job is to dose the spice in an even, just-right layer over the food, without requiring too much hand force or tidying up after sprinkling on the table. Also remember to pay attention to what the set is made of. If you need to use it at the stove, it is practical to choose a version that does not absorb too much grease and stains, and which you can easily wash off.

Salt-and-pepper sets from Rosendahl.com

At Rosendahl.com we would like to offer you salt-and-pepper sets that can be used for both everyday and party use. That’s why our selection includes sets that are suitable for both. On this page, we offer salt and pepper cellars in different designs, while we have mill sets from several of our brands. Common to all the grinders is that they have adjustable settings so that you can easily operate them and grind your pepper and salt with ease. Below, we will go through your different options so that you can assess which material best suits your needs and personal style.

Porcelain salt and pepper cellars

Salt and pepper cellars are available in wood, ceramic and porcelain. It’s all about finding the material you like best. Porcelain has a stylish, simple look that can be used almost anywhere and in any interior. Porcelain cellars will usually be dishwasher safe, but we still recommend that you check the instructions when you buy the product.

Ceramic salt and pepper cellars

If you are looking for a more rustic and raw look, ceramics are an obvious option. Here you will be able to get a set that looks good in addition to being robust. It can stand on its own or be combined with a spice tray, where you can also place the cooking oil, so you can have everything at hand when you’re cooking.

Wooden salt-and-pepper set

Wooden kitchen utensils have a Scandinavian look that is very fashionable and fits into the modern home. That is why you also have the option of choosing your salt cellar in the natural material. You can also find small cellars with spoons for a matching set. Look around here on the page for the right model.

A gift for the master chef

Do you have a food-loving person in your life who is about to get a gift? The person will surely appreciate receiving a salt-and-pepper set from you. Even if they already have a set, you can always use one for that you can either stand on the dining table or next to the stove. A salt cellar is also excellent for baking. So if you’re going to a housewarming party, for example, you could consider bringing a gift basket with salt cellars, tea towels, a couple of muffin tins and a baking book. Your cake-loving friend will love it.

Find your new salt-and-pepper set at Rosendahl.com

On this page you will always find a wide range of salt-and-pepper sets for the kitchen. Whether you’re looking for a mill set, salt cellar, pepper cellar or spice tray, you’ll find a selection here to suit your taste. You can also explore our inspiring kitchen universe with products for cooking and serving with kitchen textiles, serving utensils and much more from well-known brands. At Rosendahl.com we offer fast delivery in 1–2 days, and you get it free when you shop for a minimum of DKK 399. In the unlikely event that you regret your purchase, you also have a free return policy. We are always ready to help if you need advice for your next purchase. We look forward to seeing which set you choose.