9 of the best serving trays for all your entertaining needs

Time for service, with a touch of class.

Dec 15, 2020 6:00am
When it comes to serving trays and serving platters, it might be tempting to pick function over form. But with these eye-catching pieces, you needn't make the compromise. Come this entertaining season, these will come in handy for your next antipasti spread, cheese platter, or to serve cocktails. And after party hours, they'll make a pretty table centrepiece too. Everybody wins.
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Resin pebble platter, pink guava, $310, from Dinosaur Designs.

You know a Dinosaur Design piece when you see one. We love this one for its gorgeous blushed hue and sculptural shape. Even when not in use, you can leave this out on your kitchen bench or dining table as an eye-catching design piece.

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Violet oval platter, white, $130, from Jardan.

The beauty of this ceramic platter lies in its simplicity. Each piece is wheel-thrown from Australian clay, and due to its handmade nature, each platter is unique. A quiet achiever.

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Serenity porcelain serving platter from Themis Z, $161, available from Matches Fashion.

This porcelain platter features a light-blue undulating hand-painted pattern that's inspired by founder Themis Zouganeli's Greek heritage. An excellent choice for fruit, cheese and crackers.

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Wonki Ware Mediterranean platter, $190.50, available from Clo Studios.

Measuring 42 centimentres in diametre, this large platter is an entertainer's dream. Its size means it'll fit enough food to feed a crowd, while sitting pretty on your dining table.

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Ellipse tray, large, dark blue from Hay, $76, available at Amara.

Add a pop of colour to your dining table this festive season with this oval-shaped tray, fashioned from pressed steel. Perfect for Christmas nibbles or cocktails.

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Porcelain Dusk serving tray, $194 from Studio Enti.

With a lead-free glaze on top and a raw porcelain finish underneath, these handmade trays are made for lovers of minimalist design. Available in soft navy, neutral tones and muted pink colourways.

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Reactive glaze large oval platter, dusty mint, $79, from West Elm.

Seeking a one-of-a-kind platter? Each of these are finished with a reactive glaze that results in a characteristic variegated colouring. It's a stunner.

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Speckle plate, large, seagrass, $96, from Zakkia.

The speckles are a naturally occurring result of the kilning process, which means each plate has its own unique design. Best of all, they can be used to hold hot or cold food.

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Lobster dish, $195, from Studio Enti.

The long, elegant shape means it'll fit easily onto narrow tables – a platter that's sleek and functional in equal measure.

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