Nature is often a source of inspiration for many Pordamsa creations. Some of the main collections feature the sea, and now, as one of its new designs, it's managed to capture the essence of the mountain to bring to restaurant dining rooms. And what’s more representative of this environment than a tree? That's why the latest creation consists of pieces printed with the characteristic rings from inside their trunks. The collection is made up of five pieces (three plates and two bowls) that recreate the organic texture of these irregular rings, with subtle embossing that makes them elegant elements on which to serve a multitude of recipes. They're made of pure porcelain fired at 1,400 degrees, which makes them resistant and suitable for the daily grind of restaurant kitchens. The finishing touch is the layer of matt varnish that combines to enhance the food without stealing the spotlight. [caption id="attachment_1407" align="aligncenter" width="610"]imatgearticle "The apple of temptation" by Jordi Roca[/caption]

But additionally, in the same way that these rings testify to the specific history of each tree, this piece is also designed to help explain the story behind each dish. And some professionals have already followed this inspiration. Jordi Roca, for example, after seeing the piece adapted one of his new desserts for El Celler de Can Roca: "the apple of temptation", a composition that places a red toffee apple in the middle of the plate surrounded by undergrowth made of moss and leaves which are also caramelised. Quim Casellas, of the restaurant Casamar, has also incorporated this crockery into his establishment. And once again he uses it to serve a recipe with a forest theme: his hare "Royale", with foie gras, truffle and vegetable couscous. The small dish of the collection will also grace the tables of the La Bohème restaurant in Luxembourg. So, once you have a base, all you have to do is go with the flow, experiment and create.

[caption id="attachment_1419" align="aligncenter" width="610"]image1 Pordamsa's new collection[/caption]