Serving Collection (page 41)

Cake server lifting slice from Mississippi mud pie, close up, side view

Dumplings served on a square plate with a bowl of chilli dipping sauce, close up

Red drink in glass jar and glass containing ice cubes on garden table, side view

Braised lamb shanks served with diced vegetables, close up

Peach melba on a plate, view from above

Plate of spaghetti bolognese sprinkled with grated cheese

Fettuccine pasta in cheese and vegetable sauce being lifted from frying pan with metal tongs, high angle view

Braised duck served with green beans

Glass of red wine with cheese and a bowl of nuts, close up, front view

Herbal tea made with fresh leaves being poured from glass teapot into cup through a strainer, side view

A halved, peeled and sliced kiwi, nectarine and orange

Pickled capers in glass jar, salted capers in small glass dish

Potato dumpling garnished with spring onion, close up

Piece of chocolate tart topped with raspberries, with a glass of red wine blurred in foreground

Plate of California Sushi parcels garnished with pickled ginger rosettes and cucumber, view from above

Grilled banana and maple syrup cake, single slice on spatula

Section of chocolate banoffee pie, close up

Jacket potato filled with mayonnaise salad and slices of ham on chequered napkin, front view

Stir fried prawns and asparagus sticks, close up

Pasta pie with removed slice revealing cross-section, close up

Square of seafood lasagne served on white plate with a fork, view from above

Three tomato salad with goats cheese and croutons, served on four small plates, close up

Salmon fillet, peas and baby potatoes on a plate, close up

Plate of jamon serrano slices, dry-cured Spanish ham, side plates of olives and peanuts in background

Baguette sandwich stuffed with ham, tomatoes and lettuce leaves, on a white plate with blue pattern around edges, view from above

Slices of salami

Bowl of oat cereal and fresh strawberries, blackberries and raspberries with milk, laid on top of plate with napkin and spoon, glass and jug of water in background, front view

Cupcakes cooling on grill rack, close-up

Pouring chilli marinade over grilled pork chops on a square serving dish

Slice of chocolate cake decorated with gold glitter

Half and quarter sections of pizza pie, side view

Cajun prawns with chillies and fresh herbs cooking in a wok, view from above

Selection of cookies on plate, close up

Fork spearing cream-covered strawberries in a white bowl, close up

Green and black olives in a bowl, view from above

Wild boar ragout being ladled into bowl, close up

Sprinkling chopped rosemary over a dish of braised lamb shanks, served with a sauce of diced carrots and celery

Tofu-skin rolls filled with vegetables, close up

Half a steak and kidney pie with peas on plate, view from above

Roasted whole goose served with stuffed apples and green leaves, front view

Asparaghi Alla Parmigiana, green asparagus served on plate with melted butter and grated cheese, view from above

Sliced roast pork served with crackling, onions, lemons and fresh sage, view from above

Sweetcorn chowder served in bowls, ladle in the foreground, bread and spoon on table

Three cake slices decorated with white and yellow icing, close up

France, Bauges, cross-section view of assorted stacked cheeses

Cereal mash and fruit in two bowls, high angle view

Peach crumble in a baking dish and on a spoon

Bowl of mayonnaise with spoon embedded, view from above

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Serving up a delightful mix of history and culture, these captivating images take us on a journey through time. From the whimsical Pea Apparatus by William Heath Robinson to the elegant etiquette of Edwardian table tennis, we witness the evolution in various forms. Step back into an era where horse-drawn fish and chips wagons roamed the streets of Cornwall, bringing joy to hungry locals. Or imagine yourself sipping cocktails at the iconic bar in Adlon Hotel, Berlin, Germany - a true testament to refined service. In a significant moment for women's rights, we see suffragettes released from prison, reminding us that serving justice goes beyond mere gestures. Meanwhile, aboard the majestic Empress Of Canada ship, dedicated staff catered to passengers' every need with grace and precision. Even nature lends its hand as owl and foxes carry food on a Christmas card - showcasing how even animals understand the art others. And in English countryside markets, an English Country Squire carves beef while providing market reports - embodying both tradition and community spirit. Traveling further abroad brings us to Grand Place in Brussels, Belgium - where centuries-old architecture stands as a reminder that service is not limited to individuals but can shape entire cities. The bravery and loyalty of WW1 Gurkhas also come into focus; their unwavering dedication serves as an inspiration for generations to come. Lastly, we catch a glimpse into everyday life with a teenage barmaid at Halfway House in Rame, Cornwall. Her hard work exemplifies how even small acts of service contribute towards building strong communities. From intricate designs on Aero Espresso Italiana timetables to heartwarming scenes captured throughout history – these images remind us that serving goes far beyond just fulfilling needs; it is about creating connections and leaving lasting impressions.