Hot Bainmarie

A bain marie is used to keep food warm over longer periods of time. By providing a consistent gentle heat, it can hold pre-cooked food at the correct temperature and ensure it is ready to eat during an extended period of service.French (bɛ̃mari ) nounWord forms: plural bains-marie (bɛ̃mari ) a vessel for holding hot water, in which sauces and other dishes are gently cooked or kept warm. Collins English Dictionary.A bain marie (ban mah-REE) is the fancy term for a hot water bath. It's used for cooking delicate foods like custards and terrines to create a gentle and uniform heat around the food.A bain marie is a food warming appliance, designed to gently keep pre-cooked food ready to eat for extended periods. Often called a water bath or a double boiler, a professional bain marie is usually a large, gastronorm compatible machine used as part of a self-service buffet or assisted service area.