Tableware You Need For A Holiday Dinner Party
If you are hosting a Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner party this year you are most likely planning on pulling out your best china, crystal and silverware as any self-respecting hostess is! But have you made a list of all the tableware items you will need for each course and drinks? If not, we've made a pretty comprehensive one:
Dinnerware:
· Dinner plates (one per guest)
· Salad plates or appetizer plates (one per guest)
· Bread and butter plates (one per guest)
· Soup bowls (if serving soup)
· Dessert plates (one per guest)
Glassware:
· Water glasses (one per guest)
· Wine glasses (red and white) (one per guest)
· Champagne flutes or cocktail glasses (if serving cocktails or champagne)
Silverware:
· Dinner forks (one per guest)
· Salad forks (if serving salad)
· Dinner knives (one per guest)
· Butter knives (one per guest)
· Spoons (if serving dessert or soup)
Servingware:
· Serving platter or large plate for main course
· Serving bowls for sides and salads
· Serving utensils (serving spoons, slotted spoons, serving forks)
· Gravy boat and ladle
· Bread basket or serving dish
Miscellaneous:
· Tablecloth or placemats
· Napkins (one per guest)
· Centerpiece (candles, flowers, etc.)
· Place cards or name tags (optional)
Specialty items:
If serving a specific type of cuisine, you may need certain items like sushi plates, pasta bowls, or fondue sets.
If serving a buffet-style meal, you may need serving utensils, labels, and signs.
Remember to check your inventory and adjust according to your specific needs and the number of guests. Happy hosting!
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