These six practical dining and entertaining accessories will make perfect additions to your wedding registry. Between contemporary serving trays and colorful tapas dinnerware, you'll be fully stocked to host fun events like backyard barbeques and holiday get-togethers.
Beverage Dispenser
This Willow and Glass Beverage Dispenser ($120) through Neiman Marcus is great for summer parties and get-togethers. The dispenser is made of glass, features a convenient plastic spigot, is easy to wash, and even holds up to two gallons of liquid. Mint iced tea anyone?
Colorful Tapas Dinnerware
Optimal for a variety of occasions, this tapas-style dinnerware set ($14-$34) through Pottery Barn includes attractive oval plates, snack bowls, mini round plates, and salt cellar bowls. Meanwhile, each dish is microwave and dishwasher safe. Sets of four include either cool or warm colors like dark blue and bright red.
Place Mats
Elegant place mats like these Water Hyacinth Mats ($84-$96) can be used for inside and outside functions. This set of six through Pottery Barn includes round (15-inch diameter) and rectangle mats (14 x 20 inches), both of which are handwoven and made of sustainable water hyacinth.
Wine Decanter & Gift Set
Talk about the perfect wedding gift. Riedel's renowned Vinum series features six Zinfandel wine glasses and a stylish Syrah decanter for just $120 at Williams-Sonoma. The wine glasses are shaped and proportioned for medium-bodied red wines, though you can also serve dry white wines just as well. All the while, a decanter really enhances the flavor and bouquet of wines.
Serving Trays
Don't hesitate adding these Quadrant Trays by Crate and Barrel ($39.95-$49.95). The contemporary trays are made from 100 percent shesham wood and will really enhance your indoor or outdoor entertaining.
Appetizer & Dessert Plates
These practical appetizer plates ($22.95 for a set of 12) are a Crate and Barrel bestseller. The six-inch plates are made of white porcelain (thus very durable), and dishwasher, oven, and microwave safe. The unique design also helps keep your food centered.
