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As menus have evolved in step with culinary trends, so have the plates on which restaurant food is served. Shareables, smaller portions and bar food call for serving ware to match. Some fine-dining operators are going with a handcrafted look for a more approachable vibe, while fast casuals want plates that project a healthy, hip or eco-friendly message.  Here, a look at what’s trending on today’s tables. 

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