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!