For most women, an important part of the New Year's celebration is the preparation of a festive dinner. Beautiful design of the table for the New Year - the pride of the hostess, so it is important to consider every little thing. The simple recommendations given in our article will help you prepare and serve a wonderful table for a family celebration.
Table and chairs
In each family there is a table that, in addition to the kitchen, is used for special occasions - celebrating birthdays, New Years, etc. Place it in the living room in such a way that it does not hamper movement around the room and allows guests to freely come and go from the table.
Consider the fact that for a comfortable arrangement at the table for each guest at least 50 cm should be set aside. Arrange the chairs opposite each other, this will allow you to comfortably accommodate guests.
Table setting 2018: Actual ideas
Festive dishes
Tableware for the New Year's table plays an important role in proper serving.After all, the last dinner of the year lasts much longer than usual.
Whatever dishes you choose for the holiday table, it must be in harmony in style and color with cutlery.
Earthen Dog is simple and modest, so this year give up tasteless wine glasses with ornaments, plates with a gold pattern, cutlery made of precious metals with intricate shapes. Modern plain tableware is best suited for the 2018 meeting.
It is strictly forbidden to use dishes with cracks, with a worn pattern, with chips, etc. for serving the table.
Cloth for a New Year's table 2018
It is necessary to start choosing the tablecloth after you have decided on the dishes. These 2 attributes must be in harmony.
The classic combination for the New Year's table is a red tablecloth and white plates without a large decor.
To meet the New 2018, it is better to choose a tablecloth of pastel shades.
To please the owner of the coming year, the Earth Dog, prepare napkins with a picture of this cute and friendly animal for a festive dinner.
Napkins are placed in special stands with a fan or in any way convenient for you. For a festive table, 2-3 such stands are enough.
In addition to the paper, which are designed for wiping hands and mouth, be sure to prepare a small cloth napkins. They are placed on the lap of guests and protect their beautiful outfits from accidental misunderstanding with food.
Holiday Table Decor
An indispensable attribute of a festive dinner, which creates a magical atmosphere of a holiday, are cloth napkins, which we mentioned above. Besides them, you can decorate the table with candles, toys, decorated pine cones, New Year's figurines, etc.
Compositions on the New Year theme from spruce twigs and souvenirs with the symbol of the coming year will look especially impressive. Such decorations can be created by yourself with your children or you can buy them in the gift salon.
Table setting rules for the New Year 2018
The following recommendations apply not only to decorate the table for the New Year. Having mastered some of our tips, you can easily set a beautiful table for any celebration.
First of all, cover the table with a molton. This is a special soft fabric that is enclosed under a festive tablecloth to protect the countertop from the heat of hot dishes. In addition, the double tablecloth allows you to avoid slipping of cutlery and muffle their ringing when you touch the table.
The main plate under the hot is placed at a distance of 1-2 cm from the edge of the table. Smaller dishes for snacks are placed on top of a flat plate. The fork is located on the left hand teeth up. On the left, the knife tip is located inside.
Some housewives wrap cutlery in a cloth and place them on a plate. This serving option is also allowed.
Place the glass for champagne, juice and water at the top of the dish at a distance of 1-2 cm from the knife's edge. Place the rest of the glasses near the wine glass at a convenient distance.
In the center of the table, place a bowl of fruit, a Christmas composition, a set of decorative candles of different heights or a small Christmas tree. This design is sure to please the guests, as it fully complies with the concept of celebration.
The symbol of the coming year is different modesty, so the decor and table setting should not include too expensive items. On the contrary, give preference to simple glassware or bowls and coasters made from untreated wood.
Thinking about serving the New Year's table, determine in advance the color accents. For a beautiful and festive decoration, 2-3 shades are enough, no more, otherwise the table will look too elaborate and bright.
A desirable, but not at all obligatory, element of the New Year's table is small New Year's toys. Ideal will look like small balls or figurines of yellow, red or green.You can place them randomly on the table or place in a special bowl, adding spruce twigs.
What should be on the New Year's table 2018?
Covering the New Year's table, it is recommended to take into account the symbol of the coming year. The Yellow Earth Dog prefers meat dishes, so at the celebration should prevail treats with meat content.
To please the hostess of the year, prepare for the festive table:
- meat and sausage cuts
- snacks, tartlets, canapes, sandwiches
Salads should also be mostly meat or chicken. The best of them are "Garnet Bracelet", "Man's Caprice" and, of course, the favorite of the New Year's table, "Olvier". As a main hot dish, cook steaks or meat in French.
Most families celebrate the New Year at the holiday table. Corporate parties and parties in the cafe also do not do without a feast. A truly generous and tasty New Year's table is not only interesting salads and hot dishes. It is very important how these treats will be served.
Put a touch of creativity in the New Year's table setting, and guests will surely appreciate your efforts.
