French sauce spoon facts for kids
A French sauce spoon is a special kind of spoon that helps you enjoy every last drop of delicious sauce on your plate! It's also called a saucier spoon. This spoon is usually about the same size as a dessert spoon, but it has a unique shape.
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The French Sauce Spoon
What Makes It Special?
A French sauce spoon looks a bit different from other spoons. It has a flattened bowl and a very thin edge. This design makes it easy to scoop up thin layers of sauce from a flat plate without needing to tip the plate.
You might also notice a small notch on one side of the spoon's bowl. People say this notch has a couple of uses. Some believe it helps oil or fat drain away from the sauce. Others think it's a nod to the notch you might see on a fish knife.
How Was It Invented?
The French sauce spoon was first created in France in 1950. It was invented at a famous restaurant called Lasserre by the chef, René Lasserre. He called it the cuillère à sauce individuelle, which means "individual sauce spoon."
Where Is It Used Today?
For a long time, these special spoons were mostly found in France. However, they are now becoming more and more popular in fancy restaurants all around the world. They help diners enjoy every bit of the delicious sauces that come with their meals.
