best finish for dinnerware
I've done some searches here and on the mighty google, but haven't yet found what I'm looking for. I'd like to turn some dinner plates suitable for occasional use, but I'm not sure of the best finish to use. A simple oil finish seems like the best option for a matte finish, but I'm concerned that hot foods would soften or even soak up some of the finish. Of course it is not toxic, but I'm concerned it would affect the taste. I'm also concerned that moisture would soak in, staining and even warping the wood. Wax would be a safe sealer, but melts too easy. Danish oil would work to soak in and seal the wood, but it dulls with water contact and I'm not sure about the food safe-ness. Shellac is safe, but not very water-resistant and isn't lasting.
Right now I'm thinking fully-cured lacquer would be the best shiny finish that I'm familiar with, but how water resistant is it? Would it soften/melt under something like a hot baked potato or steak? I don't think poly would do well at all. What about acrylic, CA glue or epoxy? Would I want to put them over Danish oil in case the finish is cut through?