Fantastical Spreads: Festive Serveware

With the festive season comes countless opportunities for a celebratory moment. And of course, these festive occasions call for platefuls of food, a constant stream of hot chocolate, and lots of bubble-filled flutes, which also means having the correct Christmas serveware to do your hosting justice.

Here at Spode, we have everything you need for putting on a fantastical spread this Christmas, from platters for turkeys to cake stands for puds. Follow our guide and be ready with all the festive flourishes for a season of flawless hosting.

Once all the presents are wrapped and the Christmas dinner is prepped, for most Christmas Eve is set for an evening of treats curled up by the fire. Serve up indulgent hot chocolates with the Christmas Tree candy cane mug set, alongside the matching dessert tray filled with mince pies and festive chocolates. But don’t forget to save some for Santa, leaving his treat by the fireside on this charming Santa Plate and Milk Bottle set.

Whether you’re hosting for four or forty, Christmas dinner calls for all the trimmings. Ensure each Brussell sprout and roast potato has a place on the table with platters and serving trays in all shapes and sizes. Choose from round platters, such as the Blue Italian buffet plate, perfect for showcasing the much-anticipated salmon or turkey, or go mix and match with Christmas Tree’s assortment of oval platters, tree-shaped dishes, and heart-shaped bowls. And don’t forget the sauce boats and dipping bowls for gravy and cranberry sauce. 

Ensure your guests never go thirsty with a selection of wine glasses, tumblers and champagne flutes, and for that all-important festive dessert have a cake plate or platter worthy to showcase it in all its glory.  

Make Christmas dreams come true with the ultimate Boxing Day buffet full of leftovers and any unopened treats. Fill trays and boards with meats of all kinds and cheeses from around the world, along with crackers, pickles, and veg sticks for dipping and allow your guests to tuck in all day long. The Christmas Tree collection is the perfect tableware range for your Christmas get-togethers, with platters, sandwich trays for canapés, dishes for mince pies and nuts, and plates of all sizes for guests to pile goodies onto. 

Whether you’re gathering with friends before a New Year’s Eve outing, or having your nearest and dearest visit for the evening to be merry together, do it in style with a glass, or two, of something delicious. 

If you’re not yet keen on letting go of all the festive vibes, toast to the upcoming new year with Christmas Tree Champagne Flutes, made extra fancy with a spun-sugar garnish, or make your signature cocktail served in the charming Lowball Glasses. However, if you’re looking for something just as sparkly but without the festive twist, keep your guests entertained with their favourite tipple served in Creatures of Curiosity glassware. Featuring gorgeous gold detailing for a luxurious touch, choose from wine glasses, highballs and tumblers. And for the full cocktail evening set up, serve out on matching trays with nibbles on the side.