Le Gigogne 50cl vs 97cl Glass Saladier: Which Size to Pick
By Vaisselle, verrerie et art de la table – Boutique Duralex ... | Published: 2026-11-03
Category: Guide all'acquisto
Compare Le Gigogne 50cl and 97cl glass saladiers on capacity, stacking and everyday use. Find out which small glass saladier size fits your table.
Quick answer
Choose the 50cl Le Gigogne for individual desserts, sauces or small sides; choose the 97cl if you regularly serve salads for two to three people or want one bowl that handles both serving and prep. Both stack, so the real decision is capacity, not storage.
Capacity changes how often you reach for the bowl
The 50cl bowl holds roughly two small handfuls of salad leaves or a single generous dessert portion. The 97cl bowl nearly doubles that, making it the more practical choice for a family salad or a batch of punch. If you often cook for one or two, the smaller size may sit unused for salads but earn its place at dessert time.
Think about the largest thing you will serve: a whole head of lettuce tossed with dressing needs the 97cl; a scoop of ice cream with fruit fits the 50cl without looking lost.
Stacking is a tie, so buy for the table not the cupboard
Both bowls are part of the Le Gigogne range and are described as perfectly stackable, so neither saves more space than the other. The difference is how they look in use: the 50cl reads as a coupelle or small serving bowl, while the 97cl reads as a proper saladier. If you want a matched set that stacks neatly, buy one of each and use the small one for toppings or dressing.
The trade-off: versatility versus presence
The 50cl is more versatile for small portions but can feel cramped when you need to toss ingredients without spilling. The 97cl gives you room to mix and serve but takes up more table space and is heavier when full. Neither bowl is insulated, so both are best for cold or room-temperature dishes rather than hot soups.
Key trade-offs at a glance
- Portion size: 50cl is a single serving or small side; 97cl serves two to three people as a salad or shared dessert. If you often serve more than two, the 97cl will be used more often.
- Stacking and storage: Both are stackable, so storage space is not a deciding factor; choose based on how you will use them at the table.
- Mixing versus serving: The 97cl gives you room to toss a salad without spillage; the 50cl is better for pre-portioned desserts or sauces. Buy the 97cl if you plan to mix in the bowl, the 50cl if you mostly serve ready-made portions.
Product facts
- Le Gigogne - Saladier en verre transparent Empilable 97cl - 17cm: 97cl capacity with a 17cm diameter, part of a range that goes up to 5.8L. This is the size to choose when you want one bowl for a shared salad or a small punch bowl.
Le Gigogne - Saladier en verre transparent Empilable 97cl - 17cm - Le Gigogne - Saladier en verre transparent 50 cl - 14 cm: 50cl capacity with a 14cm diameter, the smallest in the Le Gigogne range. It suits single servings of dessert, sauce or a side salad without taking up much table space.
Le Gigogne - Saladier en verre transparent 50 cl - 14 cm
Which size fits you?
Best for
- Serving individual desserts, sauces or small side salads
- Households of one or two who want a compact bowl that stacks neatly
- Using as a coupelle for toppings or a small punch bowl
Not for
- Tossing a large family salad without spilling
- Serving punch or salad for a crowd
- Anyone who wants one bowl to handle all mixing and serving tasks
