What is a Chopstick Set?
A chopstick set consists of two or more pairs of chopsticks, usually accompanied by accessories such as chopstick holders or “rests,” sushi rolling mats, cloth napkins, bowls, and other culinary items. The chopsticks included in a chopstick set are most commonly fashioned out of plastic or bamboo; however, these chopsticks are sometimes also made from metal, ivory, porcelain, and bone. Unlike disposable wooden chopsticks, which split apart and are typically dispensed in restaurants, chopsticks that come in a chopstick set are of higher quality, and often polished and decorated. The chopstick set has become a popular gift item in North America in recent years, due to the increasing popularity of both Asian cuisine and its signature aesthetic, which is characterized by such details as angular dishes and hand-painted designs. In addition to being fashionable, the accessories typically found in a chopstick set also fulfill various functions in the preparation or serving of some of Asia’s m