Preparation for registration
To organize a holiday, you must follow some rules and recommendations. And you need to start preparing in advance. First of all, this concerns the choice of a suitable table.
Table
There are some requirements for choosing a table for tea drinking. For example, the size of the tabletop should be such that it can easily accommodate all the cutlery, treats and tea. You also need to take into account the number of guests. If there is no suitable furniture, then you can arrange a tea party according to the “buffet” principle. In this case, you will have to do without chairs, which will allow free access for all guests. This option is optimal for daytime ceremonies.
If the reception of guests will be held in a small room, then you need to approach the arrangement of furniture very carefully. If the area allows, then it is better to place the table in the center. Otherwise, the optimal solution would be to place it near the wall. The first option is good because all guests will have free access to the table.
Color
Before setting the festive table, special attention should be paid to the color design. All elements must be optimally combined with each other. This applies, first of all, to tablecloths, napkins and interior design. A white table is a classic option; it can accommodate napkins and a tea set in bright colors.
To add some zest to the setting, you can use a bouquet of prepared flowers in an interesting and original vase. It is also important here that the flowers are selected correctly and arranged in an original composition.
Flowers should not have a sharp, distinct smell, so as not to interrupt the aroma of tea drink and sweets. They should only decorate the interior, but not interfere with the ceremony.
Background
Setting the dessert table begins with choosing a tablecloth, because it is the background and should look beautiful. For this, it is recommended to take products made from natural fabric. In this case, the tablecloth should be a bed shade: light blue, soft pink, cream, gray.
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Of course, there are exceptions. It’s worth considering here that color affects the mood of guests, so you need to be very careful when choosing a tablecloth. Textiles should be selected to match the chosen theme of the holiday. If desired, you can use contrasting colors.
The main thing is that the tablecloth optimally matches the color scheme of the room and that the tea set, napkins and decorations contrast well against its background. This will establish the correct emphasis.
An excellent solution would be to choose a tablecloth with a pattern. Most often, preference is given to canvases with bright polka dots or checkered patterns. And to add a touch of romanticism, you can’t find a better tablecloth with a floral pattern.
The size of the tablecloth is also important. It should cover the edges of the table and hang down no more than 35 cm. For a round or oval table, this value is 25 cm. It is also recommended to choose ready-made covers that perfectly fit the tabletop.
Napkins
Setting a sweet table is not complete without napkins. In this case, it is not recommended to use disposable paper products. Of course, if they have an original appearance and are optimally combined with the tablecloth, then their use is permissible; the ban is only on monotonous and boring products.
More recently, it was customary to place napkins under the plate. But today, an original solution will be a variety of figures made from them, which are laid out directly on the devices. This will add zest to the ceremony.
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European wedding
Traditional European sweets are small macarons of different colors and cupcakes. A sweet table for a wedding with tender cupcakes that literally melt in your mouth will delight any guest. These cupcakes are decorated with cream, flower petals or fondant.
Cupcakes with sweet inclusions or liquid filling are called “muffins”. They are also perfect for a European wedding. And the airy marshmallow dessert, unlike marshmallows or marshmallows, does not contain eggs, so people with allergies can safely try it.
Chocolate heaven
Everyone loves chocolate. Especially if your entire wedding is decorated in brown tones, such a table will be a good addition. Sweets, muffins, cakes, and big ones will let the imagination of those with a sweet tooth run wild.
Placement and decoration of desserts
Placing desserts is a difficult and responsible process. Of course, you can do this while drinking tea. But this is not the best solution. The placement and decoration of desserts must be thought out in advance. Experts recommend creating layouts and thinking everything through in your head. As a result, this will avoid fuss during the ceremony.
The following aspects need to be addressed:
- the composition will be asymmetrical or symmetrical;
- is it acceptable to use multi-level stands or treats with a saucer;
- Place desserts in the center or closer to the edges.
It is recommended to start displaying desserts from the center of the table, gradually moving towards the edge. To do this, use stands, shelves, tall containers and boxes made of decorative paper. With their help, you can effectively use the free space on the countertop. This method is very popular.
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Some good options would be:
- cake in the center;
- small stands with candies;
- tall vases with caramel treats on the edge.
These are classic options for arranging desserts at a tea ceremony. Of course, you can use more original solutions.
Important! It is not recommended to serve a snack after a dessert. Also, desserts should not be placed in glasses; special utensils such as bowls are used for these purposes.
Concept and levels of accommodation
When designing a tea ceremony, it is worth choosing a concept. Alternatively, it can be organized in Chinese, Japanese or Russian style. The latter option is very popular, as it is the basis of our culture. The main element here is the samovar. It will give the reception originality and unforgettableness.
Of course, the placement levels of desserts are also important. It is important to consider their number here. They must be located so that there is open access to them. If the table is small in size, then multi-level placement is the only option to hide this drawback.
Special dishes
Special dishes are used to place the dessert on the tea table. Without it, it is impossible to hold a full ceremony. To solve this problem, a variety of designs are used, which differ in their color, shape and appearance.
To decorate the table for tea drinking, it is recommended to use the following dishes:
- simple and multi-level shelves;
- special stands for sweets and baked goods;
- cake trays;
- dessert plates of various shapes and colors.
A good option would be to use plates in the shape of flowers or fruits. In any case, sweets bring joy and fun, so their presentation should correspond to this. And this applies not only to shape, but also to shades. It can be speckled purple or crimson-yellow dishes.
It is also recommended to use tall glasses, glass vases, bowls, saucers and multi-level shelves for table decoration.
Alternatively, the following scheme can be used:
- cover the table with a blue tablecloth and napkins;
- there is a cake right in the center on one low shelf;
- sugar bowl with spoon;
- wine, milk or other additional drinks;
- you can serve coffee with cream;
- butter with a knife on a saucer;
- there is cotton candy on the glassware, which will add lightness and a sense of heaven to the design;
- decorate dishes with tangerine, and lemon is also used for this;
- leave part of the table for cups of tea.
This table setting for tea is ideal for a ceremony on a fine summer day. At the same time, all the devices on the table should be optimally combined with each other. Therefore, it is better to purchase sets consisting of a certain number of plates, cups and stands for sweets.
Important! Particular attention should be paid to the remaining free area on the table. It can be used to place additional light treats.
Decor elements
Decorating a table for tea drinking involves the use of various decorative elements. A good solution would be to create signs with the names of desserts. At the same time, they must correspond to the topic. Also an original addition will be a variety of fancy flags that will add zest to the design.
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If there is free space, then it is not necessary to fill it with treats, because there is not always the opportunity and time to prepare desserts. In this case, the optimal solution would be a vase with a different composition. In summer it can be a bouquet of flowers, and in autumn it can be a collection of leaves of different shades. In any case, here you need to use your imagination or watch thematic videos.
You can also use a regular multi-level bookcase as a decorative element. It’s enough to simply make a pyramid out of it, filling it with sweets or various desserts.
Additional accessories
When setting the table, special attention should be paid to additional accessories. It will depend on them how comfortable it will be for guests to hold the tea ceremony.
Among the additional devices and accessories it is worth highlighting:
- special tweezers;
- scoop for sweets;
- ice cream spoons;
- paper forms for puff pastries and muffins.
Rules for setting the dessert table, in what dishes and with what utensils to serve dishes
What do you mean by sweet table?
Basically this is serving desserts after the main meal. But sometimes a sweet table becomes the ideal solution for a light treat for guests. How to serve a sweet table? It is important to understand that not all sweet dishes are desserts. For example, sweet sauces for main courses or sweet main courses are by no means desserts. Plus, not all desserts can be sweet. For example, as a dessert, Chinese cuisine serves peppered candies, the French serve cheese, and Russians may serve salted caviar, perhaps even with pancakes.
If we are talking about setting a sweet table in the traditional sense, then, of course, confectionery and sweets should be served. These can be the following dishes:
- Candies
- chocolate
- marshmallows
- paste
- honey
- cakes
- cookie
- cakes
- cream desserts
- ice cream
- creamy desserts
- puddings
- milkshakes
- fruit slices
- jelly
- jams
- muffins
- gingerbread
- donuts
- Easter cakes
- buns
- pies
- Easter cakes
- pancakes
- souffle
Setting a tea table also involves serving drinks - tea and coffee, cocoa, juices, fresh juices, fruit drinks, compotes and lemonades, dessert wines and other types of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. The types of serving have many different variations, but there are clear rules for each type of dish: for appetizers, for main courses, for first courses and for a sweet table. The differences between these types of serving are in the choice of dishes for serving each dish. Let's look at such an important and rather complex type of serving as serving desserts. After all, a good full meal, a dinner party or lunch, a buffet or banquet will not be complete without serving desserts.
The so-called table setting for tea differs significantly from other types of table settings. In this case, only dessert dishes, tea and coffee sets, and tall glasses for drinks are used. In addition, this dishware must be decorated in a single color scheme, made in the same style and from the same set. Don’t forget about decorating dishes, decorating them with sweet sauces, sprinkles, and so on. There may be no decorations, but in any case the dish should look aesthetically pleasing and neat.
Sweets selection
An important step in setting the table for tea is the choice of sweets. Dishes should be small and portioned. This will allow guests to easily pick them up and enjoy the taste.
A good option would be:
- Cupcakes or cake. These are the main treats for guests. They are often installed in the center of the table.
- Profiteroles, mousses and small cakes. Such light desserts should be present at every tea ceremony.
- Candies and other sweets. Chocolate and caramel, marmalade, jelly and marshmallows are all additional treats and are used to fill the table.
When choosing sweets, you should pay attention to their appearance. They must correspond to the concept of tea drinking and optimally combine with the background. Sweets as a gift would also be a good solution. With their help, you can add zest to the reception. Guests will definitely leave a good comment.
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Drinks for the sweet table
Just like in hot weather, so at other times of the year, you can’t do without drinks. On the sweet table you can place a wide variety of types of drinks: juices, mineral water, cocktails, carbonated drinks, fruit drinks. They will show off in beautiful bottles, glasses and other containers. A creative approach to the design of a sweet table allows you to serve chilled drinks in a rainbow of variations, using different shapes and colors. And don't forget the ice cubes.
It is mandatory to have hot chocolate, coffee, and aromatic tea at the event. A chocolate fountain is a fun addition to the holidays. Guests will not need to wait for the chocolate drink to be served; they can pour it themselves at any convenient time. Unlimited drinks are served.
