Look for interesting shapes--leaf shaped, fan shaped, square with round edges--these types of trays will definitely add a wow factor to your event and can be used in combination with plainer pieces. If used with plainer pieces make the interesting piece the focal point of your serving area.
Sources: Crate & Barrel, West Elm, Pier 1, www.alibaba.com ; or ask your caterer what serving pieces they offer.
Use an etched tray--These are hot now in gold plate, silver plate, and bronze and look stunning. Most are round but you can also find oval and elongated shapes. Great ones are available on www.ebay.com and at Pottery Barn.
Clear lucite trays offer a stunning modern look--We like Shriftman & Harrison's (http://hs-pr.com ) idea of using lucite trays with one large stunning bloom on each for either buffet or passed service. Opulent!
Choose one or more standout table decor pieces--If your event is small, one piece will look dazzling and will be a complimentary focal point to your interesting tray(s). If your event is large, standout decorative pieces on the guest tables will be what people will remember, the first thing they see when they walk in. You can rent such pieces in any large city, or borrow one for a smaller event. At a recent outdoor event we did at an historic home the hosts chose a beautiful, unusual large candelabra for the outdoor head table and it was lovely.
Warmly,
Kristina
Fandango Catering and Events
(713) 522-0077
www.fandango-catering.com
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