The Thanksgiving holiday brings loved ones together to celebrate the season’s bounty. As a decor enthusiast, I find joy in designing serving platters that are both visually appealing and delicious.
Vegetable Garden Presentation
Use a variety of seasonal vegetables to produce a harvest-inspired platter. Last year, I used roasted Brussels sprouts and colorful carrots, and the presentation was very popular!
Possibly helpful picks:
- Strong Ceramic Roasting Pan: Improve your roasting capabilities with a strong ceramic dish that evenly distributes heat.
- Deluxe Vegetable Peeling Tools: Quickly and easily peel any vegetable using a set of comfortable vegetable peelers.
- Olive Oil Pourer: Give your vegetables a perfect glaze using an easy-to-control olive oil dispenser.
Holiday Olive and Cheese Skewers
Create skewers with olives, tomatoes and cheese for an easy and quick snack. These are always popular during cocktail hour.
Some handy options:
- Bamboo Skewer Sticks: Design unique skewers using a durable bamboo sticks.
- Flavor Infused Olives: A bold burst of flavor for your skewers using premium olives.
- Pre-Cut Cheese Bites: Get cheese that is pre-cut for easy snack creation.
Sophisticated Nut and Berry Selection
Pair a selection of nuts and berries for a sophisticated touch. I appreciate how pecans and cranberries add festive flair.
A few choices to try:
- High-End Nut and Fruit Blend: Elevate your appetizer using this classy selection of mixed nuts and berries with a festive tone.
- Polished Wood Serving Piece: Present your mix tastefully using a wood platter, appropriate for all occasions.
- Decorative Autumn Foliage: Enliven your tablescape with decorative fall leaves that create an inviting, seasonal feel.
Sweet and Savory Apple Display
Stack apple slices with cheese and nuts for a sweet and savory taste. This easy idea is a favorite during my workshops.
Try these:
- Wood Presentation Board: Up your presentation game with a stylish wooden board. Works great for presenting apple slices.
- Specialty Cheese Slicer: Easily slice cheese using a strong cheese slicer for showcasing with your apples.
- Selection of Mixed Nuts: Offer some texture using an assortment of mixed nuts. Great for adding crunch to savory or sweet items.
Pear and Fig Sensation
Slice pears and figs for a rich visual presentation. I have used this pairing with honey and blue cheese, the combination was simply divine.
You might give these a try:
- Refined Presentation Platter: Show off your latest creation on this great platter to impress all your guests at your next event.
- Honey Spoon: Easily drizzle honey using a nice honey spoon for extra sweetness.
- Specialty Cheese Knives: Easily slice cheese using a versatile knife selection, ideal for showcasing your platter.
Artistic Turkey Cheese Arrangement
Change your cheese selection into a turkey shape using different cheeses and meats as ‘feathers’. I prepared one using a blend of sharp cheddar and creamy brie, and everyone adored it!
Possibly handy products:
- Elegant Stone Serving Board: Take your serving skills to the next level with a smooth stone board; perfect when creating beautiful cheese displays.
- Premium Cheese Slicing Tools: Neatly slice and display your cheese selection using a set of cheese knives, great for any serving platter.
- Curated Cheese Collection: Enjoy a variety of tastes with this cheese collection, perfect for making an attractive turkey themed display.
Mini Sandwich Selections
Craft a selection of small sandwiches with different fillings. These small snacks are perfect for a light grazing, and I love playing with different breads and spreads.
Some ideas to consider:
- Mini Bread Rolls: Experiment with an array of flavors and textures from artisan mini bread rolls for your sandwiches.
- Specialty Cheese Spread: Add richness with a variety of cheese spreads, great for showcasing your mini sandwiches.
- Fancy Toothpicks: Make sandwiches look professional by securing your mini sandwiches with decorative toothpicks.
Herb Stuffed Mushrooms
These stuffed mushrooms are filled with cheese and herbs, for a rich and savory flavor. They are a requirement on my holiday table.
Give these a look:
- Non-Stick Cookie Sheet: Enjoy perfectly baked items using a non-stick sheet that makes it easy to clean.
- Herb Cutting Tool: Quickly chop up herbs for your mushrooms. Enhance flavors with ease.
- Cheese Shredder: Offer cheese on your mushrooms using a quality cheese grater. It is perfect for adding unique textures.
Custom Crostini Station
Set up a DIY crostini station with many different toppings for a unique experience. It’s fun to watch people build their own perfect bite.
A few helpful options:
- Premium Serving Platters: Improve your presentation with a wood platter. Works great for serving gourmet crostinis.
- Cheese Knife Set: Offer various cheese knives which are critical for cutting and spreading cheeses.
- Fine Bowl Collection: Add class to your station using ceramic bowls to hold your spreads and toppings.
Vibrant Vegetable Cornucopia
Design a vegetable platter in the shape of a cornucopia for a vibrant touch. Bell peppers and carrots create the shape of the horn of plenty.
Might be a good match:
- Rustic Platter: Improve your serving skills using a rustic serving platter that presents your vegetables.
- Vegetable Slicer: The perfect cuts can be made quickly using a vegetable slicer that makes it uniform.
- Sauce Bowl Collection: Offer something different using sauce bowls next to your veggie platter.
Cranberry and Goat Cheese Bites
These bites mix the tanginess of goat cheese and the sweetness of cranberry. They are a tradition during my Thanksgiving for their delicious flavor.
Explore these options:
- Mini Tart Pans: Quickly make small tarts using a high quality pan.
- Quality Basting Brush: Easily glaze or butter items using a durable basting brush.
- Premium Serving Platter: Display your tarts professionally using a great and strong platter.
Rustic Cured Meat Display
For meat lovers, a charcuterie board with cured sausages and prosciutto can be designed into a turkey shape. I enjoy adding nuts and olives to fill in the spaces.
Consider these options:
- Refined Bamboo Serving Board: Up your presentation game with a reliable, classy bamboo board that’s ideal for any party.
- Specialty Cured Meat Selection: Indulge in quality cured meats which are perfect for making gorgeous charcuterie displays.
- Gourmet Olive and Nut Assortment: Enhance your presentation with select olives and nuts to make a complete snack spread.
Pumpkin and Cheese Fantasy
Place cheese cubes and tiny pumpkins on a platter to capture fall colors. This mix always warms up my table with fall spirit.
You might like:
- Fine Cheese Assortment: Take your platter to the next level with a range of cheeses. A treat for an autumnal spread.
- Ornamental Miniature Pumpkins: Bring a lively charm to your tablescape using small decorative pumpkins.
- Ceramic Presentation Dish: Present your cheese and pumpkins with an elevated touch using a long ceramic dish.
Vibrant Fruit Turkey Creation
Design a fruit platter shaped like a turkey using vibrant fruits like grapes, strawberries, and kiwi. My family always enjoys eating the colorful fruit ‘feathers’!
May just do the trick:
- Broad Presentation Platter: Show off your delicious fruit turkey on a wide and fancy platter. Adds character to all get-togethers.
- Advanced Fruit Cutter Collection: With ease slice fruits for that gorgeous turkey platter presentation.
- Edible Art Markers: Have fun adding details to your fruit turkey using edible markers. Unleash your inner artist this Thanksgiving.
Herb Breadsticks and Sauces
Pair herb breadsticks with a range of sauces for a easy snack. My rosemary breadsticks are always a hit.
A few relevant products:
- Ceramic Sauce Bowls: Make your station pop with sauce bowls, the touch of class will impress your guests.
- Herb Breadstick Mix: Quickly bake your own breadsticks for an easy to implement snack selection.
- Upscale Olive Oil Set: Explore new tastes using an olive oil mix that’s great for dipping breadsticks.
Autumn Spice Dessert Mix
Enjoy the fall with a pumpkin spice dessert mix. Featuring cookies and tarts, this mix adds a sweet end to any meal.
Check if these fit your needs:
- Pumpkin Spice Baking Mix: Create tasty homemade cookies, that match with your pumpkin spice desserts.
- Acacia Serving Board: Present your desserts with a special board which brings warmth to the dessert table.
- Mini Tart Molds: Design delicious mini tarts for your dessert mix. A dash of flavor to any party.
