Set Up a Patio Serving Table Without Crowding It
Before putting food out, decide where guests will set down a plate. That small bit of space is often more useful than another decoration.
Arrange the empty table first
Put the serving pieces in place while they are empty. Leave an open section beside the food so someone can rest a plate while helping themselves. Keep the drinks in a separate spot if the table starts to feel crowded.
Choose the board to fit
The long Kalmar Home acacia board measures 23 × 7 inches; the extra-large board is 26 × 9 inches. Measure the space you can spare, rather than starting with the larger option. Both have handles, but plan enough room to pick one up without moving every bowl around it.
Give each bowl a job
A salad bowl, a bowl for fruit and a clear place for used serving utensils are easier to navigate than several dishes with no obvious purpose. For individual portions, Kalmar Home's set of four acacia salad bowls measures 6 × 2.5 inches per bowl.
Keep the setup easy to use
- Put plates at the start of the serving area.
- Leave somewhere to put a drink while serving food.
- Keep the route between seating and food clear.
- Place the serving station away from pool splashes.
At the end of the meal, hand-wash and dry the acacia pieces according to their product care instructions. A practical setup should be straightforward to clear as well as pleasant to sit around.
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