[Bryn-gwlad] Feast Gear Questions

[Marlin Stout]

Coblaith Mhuimhneach wrote:

> I'd recommend at minimum you bring a bowl, a plate (or a second bowl), 
> a knife, a spoon, and something to drink from, for each member of your 
> party. A cloth napkin or three each and a basket to stack it all in 
> will come in handy, too, as will a candleholder and candles on some 
> occasions. "The Well-Tempered Feast Basket" 
> <http://www.florilegium.org/files/NEWCOMERS/Feast-Basket-art.html> 
> will give you a good overview.
>
Yep. what she said. Covers it pretty well.

> Brass, bronze, and copper are also seen in period, and, while I 
> haven't noticed feast gear made from those at any of the feasts I've 
> attended, they are sometimes available from vendors catering to the 
> SCA market.

Just make sure the brassware (or copper or bronze) are anodized, or your 
silver is stainless. All of these metals tarnish, so you can get 
tarnish-resistant versions or develop a close personal relationship with 
Brasso or Duraglit...

Charles