Free Articles and Information! Feast your eyes (and tastebuds) on a delectable display By: NC (NC)—Presentation triggers the taste buds and gets the mouth watering. The appearance of your food goes a long way towards the atmosphere and appearance of your gatherings. The experts at M&M Meat Shops have some easy ways to make your food display a feast for the eyes as well as the palate: • Create different heights for serving dishes. Make your own pedestals by placing trays on inverted casserole dishes covered with colourful napkins. • Silk flowers are a great decoration on a platter and they can be reused. Choose flowers that match your décor or go seasonal with poinsettias. • Short on serving dishes? Create an eye-catching display by using mirrors, ceramic tiles or pieces of wood. Your guests will appreciate your creativity! • Glass balls in clear bowls or vases can add a splash of holiday to your buffet table. Use an assortment of sizes, shapes and colours to show your festive cheer. • Use colourful cocktail napkins in assorted sizes to serve finger foods. Roll flatware in large cloth napkins, tie with brightly coloured ribbons, and stack them in a large wicker basket for easy grabbing. When entertaining this season, remember the golden rule – keep your party and food preparation time to a minimum so you can spend more time with your guests! Plan ahead and get creative, serving easy-to-prepare, great tasting foods from M&M Meat Shops. - News Canada About the author: News Canada