The Silvermate Story

Like most creators of new or improved products, Lisa Galvan conceived of The Silvermate_TM as a result of personal experience and the need for such a product. Mrs. Galvan believed there had to be a way to keep a knife and fork readily available, yet prevent them from resting on a dirty restaurant tabletop. She reasoned that if a small holder could be produced with a molded top to accommodate a knife and fork, it would keep utensils clean while not in use, yet right at a user's fingertips when needed. To fulfill this need, Mrs. Galvan invented "The Silvermate".

"I have been working hard at this project for years, and am thrilled to give it life and introduce it at my restaurant, Agave Tex Mex Grill."

"As I began to research germs on restaurant table tops, I began to find other links concerning germs in hospitals, home counters, hotel rooms, food trays, to only name a few, and realized that The Silvermate could be utilized in a much broader manner than only in a restaurant.  The possibilities are endless…catering companies, hospitals, personal homes, hotels, food courts, cafeterias, outdoor dining, senior centers, anywhere you decide to have a meal!"

“In the 20th Century our mothers taught us to keep our elbows off the table. In the 21st Century we are not only to keep our elbows off the table, but our silverware too.” – Lisa Galvan

"The acceptance of a product depends on a few major factors: the need the product fulfills; the desire to provide or own it. Trends are also important; people are more knowledgeable and conscious of germs and bacteria in their surrounding areas. This product fulfills that need. As a business owner, we are always trying to provide our customers with the newest trends in dining." – Lisa Galvan