Guest Picks: Bite-Size Plates for Noshing
by Mariko Jackson · 20 photos · 7 comments
Gabriella Snack Bowls - $6.50 [ Link ]
These cute bowls are great for dipping sauces or round appetizer snacks. Sometimes I prefer a bowl so that food doesn't go rolling away.
by Pottery Barn
Green Sparkles Small Plate by Sirius Fnord - $35.00 [ Link ]
I love these small plates. The cloudy green and just-right-for-your-hand size make me melt.
by Etsy
Dune Plate [ Link ]
I want to cook up something molecular just to show off this unusual plate.
by TouchOfModern
Trudeau Manhattan Set of 6 Appetizer Plates With Serving Tray - $28.46 [ Link ]
Cute appetizer-sized portions could fit on these plates. I'm imagining a single bruschetta or a piece of tempura — something easy to hold and easy to eat.
by QVC, Inc.
2-Piece Green Clothespin Chopsticks and Dunk Sushi Plate Set - $23.80 [ Link ]
These are the individual sushi plates of my dreams. They come complete with a dunking space so that you don't have to worry about extra pieces. I also appreciate the clothespin chopsticks for guests.
by CB2
Blue Sushi Serving Plate - $19.95 [ Link ]
I am in love with this deep blue sushi platter. One piece that doesn't match all of the others can make a statement on the serving table.
by My Sushi Set
Bamboo Plate, 2 Tone - $32.00 [ Link ]
Bamboo comes across as such a humble material, but the simple geometric design of this square platter becomes a star.
by The Raw Food World
Weave Server - $11.95 [ Link ]
I appreciate smart design, and the easy-to-grab lip on this cheesecloth-textured serving platter is genius.
by CB2
Midnight Alabaster Slab Serving/Display Tray - $42.99 [ Link ]
Natural patterns in this slab double as a cool spot for fresh veggies or cold appetizers.
by Overstock
Nambe Currents Winter Snow Salad/Dessert Plates - $75.00 [ Link ]
This is a beautiful way to show off a slice of cake. It's not distracting and still unique. Plus, it's big enough to hold all of the bites I want.
by Amazon
Chalkboard Tray by Halle's House - $19.00 [ Link ]
These chalkboard trays have been popping up in the DIY circuit lately. I think they'd be so fun for a cheese platter. I could just label all the exotic cheeses instead of repeating myself all night long.
by Etsy
Sur La Sorgue Serving Platter - $178.00 [ Link ]
I have a thing for pieces that are handmade. These are completely flat and are slightly reminiscent of lace. I want some macaroons or other holiday cookies to tower up on a plate like this.
by BHLDN
Galvanized Treat Pedestals - $38.00 [ Link ]
How do you get cute and industrial in the same look? Galvanized metal pedestals for the cutest desserts on earth. Some height changes are great for making the star attraction stand out.
by BHLDN
Missoni Black/White Chevron Puzzle Tray Appetizer Floral Serving Dish Plate - $59.99 [ Link ]
There can never be too many chevron designs. This three-piece puzzle tray would be complete with some xiao long bao (soup dumplings).
by Bonanza
Agate Plate - $70.00 [ Link ]
I can't believe this is the first I'm hearing about these agate plates. This is child wonder captured in a dish.
by UncommonGoods
Rosseto Liteware Party Dishes, Arc Style Serving Plates, Black - $24.99 [ Link ]
I struggle with plastic plates — I hate the idea of throwing them away, and I hate the way they look. The convenience, however, is a factor. These arch plastic plates are very stylish and can be washed for a few uses. Plus, they come in a set of 50, making locating and storing plates for all your dinner guests much, much easier.
by Amazon
Eclipse Nesting Bowls - $400.00 [ Link ]
This beautiful set of bowls adds so much color and intrigue. The colors could complement whatever you're serving.
by UncommonGoods
Christina Covered Oval Vegetable Server - $129.99 [ Link ]
I really have a love for lids —anything to get the saran wrap off the table. This print is classic, and I would love to serve samosas in this dish.
by myTableware
7-Piece Porcelain Tasting Spoons With Bamboo Tray Set - $20.99 [ Link ]
I give big points to a restaurant for giving me an amuse-bouche. This spoon set is perfect for a slurp of deliciousness.
by Overstock
Custom-Made Glass Plate [ Link ]
Unless the food stands up on its own, skewered food can be bothersome for presentation. I must have this ingenious custom-made glass dish.
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