THIS IS FOR 12 SCALLOPS SHELLS FULLY CLEANED SHELL SIZE APPROX  10-11cm  MEDIUM

The shells have been prepared to food standards, however, just like buying any food plate wash thoroughly before use. (They will happily survive a cycle in the dish washer !)


Not only have these shells been used as serving dishes, but some have utilised them for crafts and interior/exterior decoration.

Use of Shells for Food Presentation.

Seashells like these Atlantic or King Scallops are known as bi-valves. These make the best presentation platters due to their bowl-like shape and the ability to clean them thoroughly on all surfaces.

Shells as serving dishes are made naturally form the mineral Calcium Carbonate. We are not aware of any other compounds or minerals within the seashells that would preclude their use as food presentation dishes.

Whilst seashells are dishwasher safe we would suggest that hand washing may be more practical. Shells have been thoroughly cleaned, 

Seashells are non-porous. However, deterioration of the surface can cause pitting which could potentially harbor bacteria if the shells are not properly cleaned when multi-used.

Seashells can be used for cooking and presentation of hot food. Do not put seashells in the microwave.

Seashells can also handle the cold. When used as display pieces in the chill cabinet repeated cycles of washing may dull the seashells’ colour. This can be restored with a very light coating of cooking oil.