A pretty platter can easily elevate snack time from so-so to so chic! Find serving trays that fits your party plans, then prepare a recipe that’s tailor-made to serve on top.
For a fun fiesta: Certified International Tequila Sunrise Oval Platter
Unadorned, this platter almost resembles a sombrero! Use it to serve tacos, chips and salsa, or anything with a little south-of-the-border flair. Top with: Mediterranean Nachos
For a fancy fete: American Metalcraft Oval Affordable Elegance Chrome Serving Tray
This etched stainless steel tray is elegant yet affordable. It makes for a classy addition to your dinner spread.
Top with: 3-Ingredient Prime Rib Roast
For high tea: Coastline Imports Gracie China Dutch Wax Hand Paint Ceramic Oval Platter
The colorful flowers on this ceramic platter are hand-painted, yet it still comes in at just $30. Use the cash you would have spent on a pricier piece to buy more tea to brew! Top with: Earl Grey Shortbread
For a stylish soiree: Sertodo Copper Thessaly Hammered Copper Platter
Copper accessories are as good as gold these days. Allow your desserts to shine by setting them out on this dazzling tray.
Top with: Easy French Macarons with Salted Caramel Filling
For a Middle Eastern or Mediterranean meal: Le Souk Ceramique Large Oval Tabarka Platters
The long and skinny shape of this raised-edge platter makes it perfect to fit in the center of a crowded rectangular table. Top with: Middle Eastern Stuffed Zucchini
For a see-and-be-seen affair: Accents by Jay Round Mirror Tray
A mirror base can reflect the colorful cocktails that you have on display. Prepare for Instagram glory after your party guests take a peek of this one! Top with: Champagne Cocktail
For a snack spread: Epicureanist Bamboo and Slate Serving Tray
Never confuse gouda and fontina again! The slate portion is chalk-ready for you to label each item. Top with: Tapas Plate
For an all-ages affair: French Bull Ziggy Melamine Serving Platter
Sturdy melamine can handle nearly anything—even being tossed across the room by a toddler in the midst of a tantrum. Piled high with chicken nuggets, no kiddo will want to do anything but grab another bite.
Top with: Crispy Chicken Nuggets with Honey-Mustard Dip
For a classic coffee break: Midwest-CBK Wood Serving Tray with Metal Handles
Round handles help you safely and easily tote a dozen (or more) heavy drinks at once. Top with: Moscow Mule
For breakfast in bed: KOUBOO Honey-Brown Rectangular High-Walled Rattan Serving Tray
Encourage your sweetie to whip you up a surprise by placing this woven tray strategically on the kitchen counter before bed. Top with: Southern Biscuits
For a colorful holiday dinner: Threshold Camden Teal Large Oval Serve Platter
The bright hue of this stoneware serving tray really pops against the beiges (turkey, chicken) and browns (roasts, steaks) that are normally center stage at holiday meals. Top with: Grilled Turkey
For a rustic reception: Le Creuest Caribbean Stoneware Oval Serving Platter
Le Creuset makes products that are strong enough to weather use inside or out. For picnics and fire pit parties, turn to this 12-inch platter.
Top with: Super Simple S’mores
For after a bad breakup: The Ex Skewer Set with Unique Black Holder and Tray
Humorous and handy, digging into a big bowl of cheese is the most therapeutic way to recover after a tough breakup. Top with: Queso Fundido with Cornbread Dippers
For fashionable festivities: American Atelier Purple Watercolor Rectangle Serving Tray
Watercolor serving trays look like framed art, but don’t worry: they’re completely waterproof!
Top with: Butternut Squash-Goat Cheese Bites
For a classy charcuterie spread: Crate & Barrel Feast Platter
Crafted from iron, this statement-making round platter is ideal for showing off your nicest meats and cheeses.
Top with: Cheese Pedestal