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Serveware

Platters and bowls present meals for entertaining in New Zealand homes. Wooden serveware includes serving trays and boards for bread or cheese.

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About Serveware products

Your journey to discovering the best serveware starts here with ArchiPro’s selection, featuring only the best products from trusted suppliers in New Zealand. It is just one part of a range that includes high quality tableware, dinnerware, glasses and cups, and more. Whether it's serving trays, platters or bowls that you need, ArchiPro has you covered.

Entertaining in style can be easily achieved by choosing elegant serveware to present your meals on. One of the best things about serveware is how easy it is to personalise it to fit your home’s decor given the range available, however, this can present its own challenges. ArchiPro features only the highest quality serveware in New Zealand from trusted suppliers so you can select from the best of the very best.

Serving trays

Whether you need a tray for breakfast in bed, or one for presenting snacks to your family and guests, serving trays with handles will always find good use in your home. Wooden serveware suits table settings where the material and finish are intended to remain visible.

Serving platters

Serving platters are large and flat plates suitable for presenting a range of cheese, crackers, and snacks. Ideal for large gatherings. A flat serving dish gives foods room to be arranged across a single surface.

Serving bowls

For those big salads, soups or stews, serving bowls help you present your meals with style.

The advantages of high-quality serveware

Apart from looking great, high-quality serveware isn't as susceptible to the usual wear and tear of cheaper alternatives. Made using high quality materials, they will not only last longer but retain their original look and condition over a greater lifespan too. If you want strong, sturdy, and striking serveware, prioritising quality is the right choice to make.

How to choose serveware that is right for you

When it comes to choosing the right serveware, you need to think about the types of foods or snacks you’re likely to serve and how many guests you will be entertaining. You might decide you need different types of serveware for different occasions, i.e. some functional choices for day-to-day use and more decorative alternatives for hosting. Next, you should think about the look and feel you want your platters and bowls to project for the situations you’ll be using them for. Finally, consider how they will match your existing kitchen or dining room decor and if you want to enhance or contrast with your choice serveware. Outdoor serveware can be useful for meals on a deck or patio, where lighter trays and bowls are easier to carry. Colour and material can also guide the choice: pink serveware can add a colour accent, while plastic serveware is an option for informal meals.

What serveware do I need for entertaining?

Generally, most people like to include a range of serveware when entertaining. These include a cheese platter or cutting board, several condiment trays, salad bowls, serving spoons, tongs and salad cutlery, and more.

What are serving trays made out of?

Serving trays can be made out of a wide range of materials. These include woods, plastic, metal, and more. If you want to bring some elegance to the table, try out copper or brushed metal. You can even find gold-plated ones!

How many serving bowls should I have?

Again, this will depend on how big of a party you will be serving. As a general rule, try to have a bit more serving bowls than needed, just in case. So, if you tend to have over 10 people, aim for 12-15 serving bowls.