Food, Fun and Fabulous 28
I've created a short list of ingredients and
accessories to have on hand for quick, spur-
of-the-moment hors d'oeuvres so that you're
ready for unexpected company. In addition
to this list, you'll want some basic serving
platters to make entertaining easy and give
the presentation a wow effect—after all,
presentation is just as important as taste. Here
are the essentials: white rectangular platters
in varying sizes, 12-inch oval platters, a
wooden bowl for salads, a couple of small
white bowls for saues and dips, and a lovely
basket for chips and crackers. I would start
out with a basic white collection and then
branch out into other looks such as copper
and pottery for rustic appeal.
Serveware Essentials
chicken salad
guacamole
hummus
pesto
pimento cheese
salsa
Home-mades or Ready-mades
applewood-smoked bacon
baguettes
Belgian endive
black and green olives
carrots and celery
crackers
flatbreads
fresh herbs
goat cheese logs
pastry shells
phyllo shells
prosciutto
Basic Ingredients
Asian boxes and chopsticks
bamboo picks and skewers
craft paper for cones
mini acrylic pilsners or shot glasses
rock salt
wheat grass flats
Accessories
Items to Have On Hand
