Christmas dinner is perhaps the most anticipated dinner of the year. It’s the time when the family gets together to create memories, catch up and most importantly, fill themselves up with scrumptious food and drink.
As this only happens once a year, it’s nice to go all out and make your dining table look extra special.
We went searching for festive tableware and table decor so that you can add extra sparkle to your Christmas dining experience this season – even if you’re on a budget
From solid wooden breadboards to festive table runners, here’s our picks for a chic Christmas dinner table that’ll wow your guests:
Cake Tray with Glass Dome
If you’ve gone to the trouble of making a cake, you deserve a fabulous way to present it and this handsome cake cover will ensure your bake has its moment to shine.
Guests can help themselves, and the wooden base will offer stability while carving off slices. Since it comes in three sizes, you can pick the one that suits your serving needs best.
Get your cake tray with glass dome from Iuiga ($26.90).
Minimalist Table Runner
If your dining table is something you want to showcase, then a table runner is a great alternative to a full cloth. It is a simple and effective way of adding detail to your table.
Our pick for this year’s celebration is a slender 35 cm wide and has a lush green design for a nod to the season. Plus, you can quite easily use this beyond the festive season.
Calix Table Runner 228cm from Cate & Barrel ($127.85).
Christmas Decorative Tablecloth
Featuring a seasonal eucalyptus, pine cones, and woodpeckers design, this tablecloth is the perfect way to decorate your dining table this year.
The attractive pattern is a great canvas to showcase your glorious festive feast, being appealing without grabbing too much attention.
The material is cotton and machine-washable, so you won’t need to panic if you spill some wine or food.
Forest Birds printed tablecloth measuring 3m x 1.5m from Tangs ($109).
Japanese-style fruit platter tray
After dinner is the time for chatter and wine. While you’re doing that with friends and family, it’s good to have something to nibble on as the conversation flows.
This platter board with ceramic dishes is the perfect vessel for nuts, seeds, and fruit, which makes a great complement to after-dinner drinks.
Whether you want to keep grazing after dinner or stave off peckishness before sitting down, this is a great set of dishes for sharing.
Ceramic & bamboo fruit serving tray from Iuiga ($25.90).
Banfang Crystal wine set
For red wine fanatics, to make the most of every rich note of your wine, you’ll need to decant your wine an hour before you drink it.
This super set includes four contemporary wine glasses with a decanter, so you have everything you need to end your evening on a high.
A fantastic complement to the cheeseboard when the time comes for passing it round.
Banfang Crystal glass wine set from Lazada ($53).
LIBBEY Delicate 3048 Wine Glass Set
Having a set of wine glasses to hand is essential, regardless of whether you’re a regular drinker or only drink for occasions.
These elegant and delicate wine glasses from Libbey are designed to amplify the airflow above the wine, enhancing every note. The perfectly judged stem is comfortable to hold, being neither too chunky nor too thin.
Libbey Delicate 3048 Wine Glass from NTUC Fairprice ($30 for 6 piece).
Round Wedge Placemats
These wedge placemats look great on a round table and lend a geometric aesthetic to your dining space.
Made from eco-friendly 70% PVC and 30% Polyester material, they are stain-resistant and can easily be wiped down after use.
You can seat up to 6, and you also have a placemat in the middle to serve from.
Shacos Round Table placemats from Amazon ($45.27 for set of seven).
Solid wood breadboard
This solid wood breadboard is excellent for serving your starters, be it sliced sourdough or sumptuous charcuterie.
Crafted from fine beech walnut timber and comes in three different sizes. Each natural piece will have its own characteristics, so no two are the same.
Solid wood chopping bread board on Shopee ($51 to $115).
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