"Hot Chocolate Bowl" Gift Set
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Need some delicious cocoa to warm up? Well, this set is perfect for you! Full of hot chocolate mixes and some terrific additions, this set is sure to please!
Includes:
1X Hot Chocolate Bagged Mix
1X Hot Chocolate Tin Mix
1X Chocolate Biscotti
1X Chocolate Tin
10X Single Birch Nuggets
1X Bowl of your choice of both shape and size!
In case of a Personalized Engraving Option for your product, please contact us in the "Buyer Notes" section during checkout with your text (no more than 100 characters). Please also lets us know which number font you prefer from our selection of the fonts displayed in the last image.
About the Brand: The Great Alaskan Bowl Company
In the 1800s, the demand for large, wooden bowls for making bread and mixing and serving food kept many bowl mills in operation. However, since then the wide-scale demand for these types of bowls has diminished, leaving The Great Alaskan Bowl Company is one of only a few mills in the country that still manufactures these unique bowls, using equipment designed from the machinery that was developed over 100 years ago.
By cutting only two to five 13" or larger trees per acre, The Great Alaskan Bowl Company is a responsible steward of the forest. This process promotes a healthier forest by allowing sunlight to reach the smaller, developing trees. The freshly cut green logs (40% - 60% moisture content) are cut into lengths the width of the tree and split for turning. This process allows us to create up to eight one-pieces, solid birch, hardwood bowls, ranging from 22" to 7" in diameter—all from a single split length.
Creating The Perfect Bowl:
After the bowls have been cut, they are sorted and stacked on carts for drying. The kiln-drying process takes four to six days to complete and is the most critical step in the production process. Our progressive kiln monitors both the heat and moisture content and the bowls are removed when the moisture content reaches 6% - 10%. Because of our unique drying process, we have less than a 3% loss.
Each bowl is then individually sanded and branded. The bowls are then dipped and coated with a food-safe block oil blend of seed oil, carotene, vitamin E, and lemon oil that penetrates conditions, and seals the wood. This produces an all-natural finish ready for popcorn, salad, fruit, and many other foods. If you are coming to Fairbanks, visit our showroom and see our bowl-making process in person! (Call ahead if you want to make sure we are actively cutting that day!)
FAQs For Wooden Bowls:
What to do with oiled bowls? While each bowl we send out comes with a care card, in case this has been lost here are some quick care tips.
• Use a food-safe butcher block oil or mineral oil, rather than food oils like olive oil that will go rancid.
• Use the rule of hand when deciding how you should wash and care for the bowl; i.e. do not put the bowl where you would not put your hand. No dishwashers, ovens, freezers, or microwaves.
• The bowl should be cleaned with soapy water after every use, and oiled every 5-7 washings.
• If for display, make sure to dust it every month, and oil it every six months
What to do with lacquered bowls? We actually make two types of lacquered bowls. The first is lacquered on the outside and oiled on the inside, and for these bowls, use the same care as you would an oiled bowl. Here are a few tips for bowls we have lacquered on the inside and out.
• If fully lacquered, DO NOT use the bowl to eat out of, as the lacquer is NOT food safe.
• When displaying a lacquered bowl, you only have to dust it once a month, and occasionally clean it with warm water about once a year.
What to do with Steins and Tumblers? Our Steins and Tumblers are a new and exciting field for us to explore. Here are some tips to keep yours in top shape!
• Unlike our oiled bowls, these require no oil. However, you should wash it after every use.
• The Steins and Tumblers have a food-safe epoxy on the inside and outside, making them very low maintenance and still safe to drink out of.
• The epoxy we use is safe whether you put warm or cold liquids in it, so you can use it for your coffee, and your tea!
What wood?
• We get this question a lot, and the answer is Alaskan-grown Paper Birch; every bowl we make, and many of the other wooden products we carry are made out of Paper Birch, which is an Alaskan hardwood.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Since 1991, The Great Alaskan Bowl Company has been proud to continue the 150+ year American tradition of milling wooden bowls in Alaska. Our equipment is designed from machinery developed in the late 1800s in the North-Eastern United States. Alaskan Birch hardwood bowls are created from freshly cut, select trees 13” in diameter or larger. Harvesting 3-5 trees per acre, the fresh “green” logs (at 40-60% moisture content) are cut to length and split for turning. This process allows us to cut up to 8 solid one-piece bowls from a single split log section. These deep and functional bowls range from 7” to 22” in diameter and nest for easy storage. Freshly cut bowls are then sorted and stacked in our progressive kiln, beginning the most critical step in the production process. The kiln monitors both heat and humidity and over the course of a week, lowers the moisture content of the bowls to less than 10%. Each bowl is then individually sanded, inspected, and branded before being hand-dipped in block oil. Our 22 individual production steps bring you these beautiful, functional, and solid one-piece Alaskan Birch bowls. As your bowls age over time, they will develop a warm, rich patina that with proper care, will last for generations.
Every tree, like every fingerprint, is unique. Each has a grain pattern and coloration that reflects its own species, age, native soil, and growing conditions. Each bowl reflects its own unique character as well as that of the tree that gave it life. Your bowls can last for generations with just a little care and conditioning.
Keep your bowls looking great for many years to come. The Great Alaskan Bowl Company, based in Fairbanks, Alaska, offers important tips on how to maintain the look and condition of your beautiful wooden bowls. Through proper care, your wooden bowls will develop a warm, rich patina and become family heirlooms that members of your family will treasure for generations
Caring for Your Wooden Bowls: Ensuring Longevity and Beauty
1. Seasoning and Maintenance:
Before using your wooden bowls for food preparation or serving, it's essential to season them properly. Apply a light coat of kitchen-grade block oil inside and around the bowl using your hands or a rag, once a day for about a week. This allows the wood to absorb the oil, making it resistant to absorbing dressings, butter, juices, and more during regular use. Remember, seasoning is a one-time process, and oiling can be done on an as-needed basis thereafter. As you use your wooden bowls more, you'll come to appreciate their unique character and beauty. You'll also become adept at recognizing when they need a "touch-up" oiling to prolong their life.
Suitable block oils come in various names and ingredients and are suitable for use on any wooden utensils or cutting boards. The key is to look for block oils that are food-safe and more refined than food-grade oils like vegetable and olive oils. If you require additional bottles of Homewood Block Oil, they are readily available in our store, online, or over the phone.
2. Handling Wooden Items with Care:
Wooden items, being organic, require a little extra care compared to metal or plastic. With proper care, your wooden bowls, cutting boards, and utensils can be used for various foods without staining or cracking. Here's how to handle them:
- Store your wooden bowls in a dry, cool area.
- Occasionally oil them or when they start to "feel dry."
- Hand wash them in warm, soapy water using a mild soap.
- Rinse and dry them thoroughly.
- Lightly oil them if needed, using a high-quality, food-grade block oil. Be cautious about vegetable-based oils, as they can become rancid and negatively affect the wood's color, taste, and smell.
3. The Importance of Seasoning:
Each bowl has been hand-dipped in block oil as the final step in its manufacturing process. This step protects it from cracking and staining. We recommend that before using your new bowl, you season it by hand. Rub it with a good-quality block oil daily over five to six days before any food contact. This allows the oil to soak into the wood, helping prevent staining and keeping your bowl from drying out and cracking, ensuring years of enjoyable use.
By following these guidelines, you can maintain the beauty and longevity of your wooden bowls, making them cherished items in your kitchen.
Individual Bowl Care & Information:
- Laser Engraved Bowls and boards should have special care to maintain their engraving. To limit fading keep out of direct sunlight and limit washing of laser engraving. While the image itself will slowly lighten over time, the engraving itself will last the life of the product.
- Photo Bowls, Burl Bowl Sets, and original Art Bowls are lacquered either on the outside of the bowl or both the inside and the outside. This is to protect the laser engraved image and the original artwork on the bowl or in the case of burls, to feature the beauty of the woodgrain. Please note that this lacquer is not food-safe and bowls with lacquer on the inside should only be used for display. If a bowl is lacquered on the exterior and oiled on the inside; it can be used for food and oiled on the inside as needed. Please keep these items out of direct sunlight to protect their photo engravings and artwork, and limit fading.
- Knotty but Nice Bowls include a greater amount of burling and grain twisting in the wood offering deep rich tones and grain patterns. Knots found in these bowls are the result of the cross-section cutting of a branch that was growing out of the standing tree. While you may have to avoid their use for pasta or salads, these are still wonderful vessels for a wide variety of dry goods including rolls, popcorn, fruit, nuts, and potpourri.
Please Note
Never soak your bowl in water or leave it in the sink where water may splash into it and stand. Likewise, never put it in the dishwasher, microwave, or conventional oven as this subjects it to extreme heat and moisture, both of which can cause significant damage.
Uses for your bowls:
7” Round Bowl: 1 pint of ice cream, 44 birch caramel candies, 213 cashews, 2 cups of moose chili, or 17,280 grains of uncooked rice.
9” Round Bowl: 6 cups of popped corn, 1 large salad serving, 1000 Alaskan wild blueberries, 818 jellybeans, or 1 household of keys.
11" Round Bowl: 1 batch of sourdough pancake batter, 4 apples, 3 oranges, 2 pears, and a bunch of bananas, 6 servings of salad, 12 cups of popped corn, or 2 weeks of your neighbor's mail while they're on vacation.
13" Round Bowl: 3 lbs. of pretzels, 1 epic Caesar salad, 24 cups of pasta, 5 lbs. of Halloween candy, or a triple batch of cookie dough.
Additionally,
A 15” Round Bowl holds 48 cups
A 17” Round Bowl holds 72 cups
A 19” Round Bowl holds 114 cups
Includes:
1X Hot Chocolate Bagged Mix
1X Hot Chocolate Tin Mix
1X Chocolate Biscotti
1X Chocolate Tin
10X Single Birch Nuggets
1X Bowl of your choice of both shape and size!
In case of a Personalized Engraving Option for your product, please contact us in the "Buyer Notes" section during checkout with your text (no more than 100 characters). Please also lets us know which number font you prefer from our selection of the fonts displayed in the last image.
About the Brand: The Great Alaskan Bowl Company
In the 1800s, the demand for large, wooden bowls for making bread and mixing and serving food kept many bowl mills in operation. However, since then the wide-scale demand for these types of bowls has diminished, leaving The Great Alaskan Bowl Company is one of only a few mills in the country that still manufactures these unique bowls, using equipment designed from the machinery that was developed over 100 years ago.
By cutting only two to five 13" or larger trees per acre, The Great Alaskan Bowl Company is a responsible steward of the forest. This process promotes a healthier forest by allowing sunlight to reach the smaller, developing trees. The freshly cut green logs (40% - 60% moisture content) are cut into lengths the width of the tree and split for turning. This process allows us to create up to eight one-pieces, solid birch, hardwood bowls, ranging from 22" to 7" in diameter—all from a single split length.
Creating The Perfect Bowl:
After the bowls have been cut, they are sorted and stacked on carts for drying. The kiln-drying process takes four to six days to complete and is the most critical step in the production process. Our progressive kiln monitors both the heat and moisture content and the bowls are removed when the moisture content reaches 6% - 10%. Because of our unique drying process, we have less than a 3% loss.
Each bowl is then individually sanded and branded. The bowls are then dipped and coated with a food-safe block oil blend of seed oil, carotene, vitamin E, and lemon oil that penetrates conditions, and seals the wood. This produces an all-natural finish ready for popcorn, salad, fruit, and many other foods. If you are coming to Fairbanks, visit our showroom and see our bowl-making process in person! (Call ahead if you want to make sure we are actively cutting that day!)
FAQs For Wooden Bowls:
What to do with oiled bowls? While each bowl we send out comes with a care card, in case this has been lost here are some quick care tips.
• Use a food-safe butcher block oil or mineral oil, rather than food oils like olive oil that will go rancid.
• Use the rule of hand when deciding how you should wash and care for the bowl; i.e. do not put the bowl where you would not put your hand. No dishwashers, ovens, freezers, or microwaves.
• The bowl should be cleaned with soapy water after every use, and oiled every 5-7 washings.
• If for display, make sure to dust it every month, and oil it every six months
What to do with lacquered bowls? We actually make two types of lacquered bowls. The first is lacquered on the outside and oiled on the inside, and for these bowls, use the same care as you would an oiled bowl. Here are a few tips for bowls we have lacquered on the inside and out.
• If fully lacquered, DO NOT use the bowl to eat out of, as the lacquer is NOT food safe.
• When displaying a lacquered bowl, you only have to dust it once a month, and occasionally clean it with warm water about once a year.
What to do with Steins and Tumblers? Our Steins and Tumblers are a new and exciting field for us to explore. Here are some tips to keep yours in top shape!
• Unlike our oiled bowls, these require no oil. However, you should wash it after every use.
• The Steins and Tumblers have a food-safe epoxy on the inside and outside, making them very low maintenance and still safe to drink out of.
• The epoxy we use is safe whether you put warm or cold liquids in it, so you can use it for your coffee, and your tea!
What wood?
• We get this question a lot, and the answer is Alaskan-grown Paper Birch; every bowl we make, and many of the other wooden products we carry are made out of Paper Birch, which is an Alaskan hardwood.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Since 1991, The Great Alaskan Bowl Company has been proud to continue the 150+ year American tradition of milling wooden bowls in Alaska. Our equipment is designed from machinery developed in the late 1800s in the North-Eastern United States. Alaskan Birch hardwood bowls are created from freshly cut, select trees 13” in diameter or larger. Harvesting 3-5 trees per acre, the fresh “green” logs (at 40-60% moisture content) are cut to length and split for turning. This process allows us to cut up to 8 solid one-piece bowls from a single split log section. These deep and functional bowls range from 7” to 22” in diameter and nest for easy storage. Freshly cut bowls are then sorted and stacked in our progressive kiln, beginning the most critical step in the production process. The kiln monitors both heat and humidity and over the course of a week, lowers the moisture content of the bowls to less than 10%. Each bowl is then individually sanded, inspected, and branded before being hand-dipped in block oil. Our 22 individual production steps bring you these beautiful, functional, and solid one-piece Alaskan Birch bowls. As your bowls age over time, they will develop a warm, rich patina that with proper care, will last for generations.
Every tree, like every fingerprint, is unique. Each has a grain pattern and coloration that reflects its own species, age, native soil, and growing conditions. Each bowl reflects its own unique character as well as that of the tree that gave it life. Your bowls can last for generations with just a little care and conditioning.
Keep your bowls looking great for many years to come. The Great Alaskan Bowl Company, based in Fairbanks, Alaska, offers important tips on how to maintain the look and condition of your beautiful wooden bowls. Through proper care, your wooden bowls will develop a warm, rich patina and become family heirlooms that members of your family will treasure for generations
Caring for Your Wooden Bowls: Ensuring Longevity and Beauty
1. Seasoning and Maintenance:
Before using your wooden bowls for food preparation or serving, it's essential to season them properly. Apply a light coat of kitchen-grade block oil inside and around the bowl using your hands or a rag, once a day for about a week. This allows the wood to absorb the oil, making it resistant to absorbing dressings, butter, juices, and more during regular use. Remember, seasoning is a one-time process, and oiling can be done on an as-needed basis thereafter. As you use your wooden bowls more, you'll come to appreciate their unique character and beauty. You'll also become adept at recognizing when they need a "touch-up" oiling to prolong their life.
Suitable block oils come in various names and ingredients and are suitable for use on any wooden utensils or cutting boards. The key is to look for block oils that are food-safe and more refined than food-grade oils like vegetable and olive oils. If you require additional bottles of Homewood Block Oil, they are readily available in our store, online, or over the phone.
2. Handling Wooden Items with Care:
Wooden items, being organic, require a little extra care compared to metal or plastic. With proper care, your wooden bowls, cutting boards, and utensils can be used for various foods without staining or cracking. Here's how to handle them:
- Store your wooden bowls in a dry, cool area.
- Occasionally oil them or when they start to "feel dry."
- Hand wash them in warm, soapy water using a mild soap.
- Rinse and dry them thoroughly.
- Lightly oil them if needed, using a high-quality, food-grade block oil. Be cautious about vegetable-based oils, as they can become rancid and negatively affect the wood's color, taste, and smell.
3. The Importance of Seasoning:
Each bowl has been hand-dipped in block oil as the final step in its manufacturing process. This step protects it from cracking and staining. We recommend that before using your new bowl, you season it by hand. Rub it with a good-quality block oil daily over five to six days before any food contact. This allows the oil to soak into the wood, helping prevent staining and keeping your bowl from drying out and cracking, ensuring years of enjoyable use.
By following these guidelines, you can maintain the beauty and longevity of your wooden bowls, making them cherished items in your kitchen.
Individual Bowl Care & Information:
- Laser Engraved Bowls and boards should have special care to maintain their engraving. To limit fading keep out of direct sunlight and limit washing of laser engraving. While the image itself will slowly lighten over time, the engraving itself will last the life of the product.
- Photo Bowls, Burl Bowl Sets, and original Art Bowls are lacquered either on the outside of the bowl or both the inside and the outside. This is to protect the laser engraved image and the original artwork on the bowl or in the case of burls, to feature the beauty of the woodgrain. Please note that this lacquer is not food-safe and bowls with lacquer on the inside should only be used for display. If a bowl is lacquered on the exterior and oiled on the inside; it can be used for food and oiled on the inside as needed. Please keep these items out of direct sunlight to protect their photo engravings and artwork, and limit fading.
- Knotty but Nice Bowls include a greater amount of burling and grain twisting in the wood offering deep rich tones and grain patterns. Knots found in these bowls are the result of the cross-section cutting of a branch that was growing out of the standing tree. While you may have to avoid their use for pasta or salads, these are still wonderful vessels for a wide variety of dry goods including rolls, popcorn, fruit, nuts, and potpourri.
Please Note
Never soak your bowl in water or leave it in the sink where water may splash into it and stand. Likewise, never put it in the dishwasher, microwave, or conventional oven as this subjects it to extreme heat and moisture, both of which can cause significant damage.
Uses for your bowls:
7” Round Bowl: 1 pint of ice cream, 44 birch caramel candies, 213 cashews, 2 cups of moose chili, or 17,280 grains of uncooked rice.
9” Round Bowl: 6 cups of popped corn, 1 large salad serving, 1000 Alaskan wild blueberries, 818 jellybeans, or 1 household of keys.
11" Round Bowl: 1 batch of sourdough pancake batter, 4 apples, 3 oranges, 2 pears, and a bunch of bananas, 6 servings of salad, 12 cups of popped corn, or 2 weeks of your neighbor's mail while they're on vacation.
13" Round Bowl: 3 lbs. of pretzels, 1 epic Caesar salad, 24 cups of pasta, 5 lbs. of Halloween candy, or a triple batch of cookie dough.
Additionally,
A 15” Round Bowl holds 48 cups
A 17” Round Bowl holds 72 cups
A 19” Round Bowl holds 114 cups
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