insideSUSSEX Magazine Issue 04 - June 2015 | Page 69

Serving Dishes
Serving dishes need to be functional, yet stylish; after all the effort you’ve
made getting your table ready, you wouldn’t want to spoil it with shabby
old pieces that just don’t look the part. Something big and bold that can
hold all the food you need – a pie, soup, vegetables, or even dessert – and
allow your guests to help themselves is a Godsend when you’re hosting.
This homely touch will get everyone talking, and it’s a great way of breaking
the ice if not everyone has met before.

Candlesticks
Candlesticks come in all shapes and sizes, but no proper, grown up dinner
party is complete without at least one (although they often come in pairs,
and you might want to add more depending on how big your table is).
Traditional glass or silver candlesticks are making a comeback if you are
looking for a pleasing retro look, or if you’re after something completely
different, wrought iron is a popular and exciting choice. Once again,
you can easily add to the comfortable, rustic feeling of your successful
dinner party.

Cruet Sets
Although you may have seasoned your dishes to perfection, you’ll still want
to give your guests the option of adding more salt and pepper – it’s all
according to taste, after all. You can really have some fun with your cruet
set choices, lettin r