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5 Ways to Elevate Your Food Table (Without Buying a Thing)

August 13, 20251 min read

Hey Hosting Queen,

Whether you’re the kind of host who opens a bag of chips and calls it a day, or someone who at least puts the snacks into bowls... I see you.

No matter your style skills (or lack thereof), here are 5 quick and easy ways to elevate your food table and make things look just a little more polished:

✨ Use dishes that match your theme or vibe (even basic chips and salsa look elevated in nice bowls)
✨ Symmetry and the Power of 3: group like things together for visual appeal
✨ Full dishes look better — the eye is drawn to abundance and beauty
✨ Add fullness with flowers (real or faux work beautifully!)
✨ Leave space between similar foods — this creates breathing room and visual “stations”

Don’t stress if your table doesn’t look Pinterest-perfect or you don’t have fancy serving ware. Your guests are here to be with you. These simple tips help you create a thoughtful, inviting table—without spending hours styling it.

Start with what you already have. Hosting should feel joyful, not like a second job. And if you want extra support—I’m here to help make it easy.

Less Stress, More Magic ~ Always

With Love,

Krista

P.S. With my full-service packages, you even get to use my personal stash of dishes, signs, and table décor!

Krista is a certified event planner, theme-party enthusiast, and the heart behind Made With Love Gatherings. With over 20 years of experience creating meaningful moments, she helps women host beautiful, stress-free gatherings that reflect their style and story. When she’s not planning parties, you’ll find her journaling by the fire, paddleboarding with her kids, or dreaming up the next themed celebration.

Krista R | Made With Love Gatherings

Krista is a certified event planner, theme-party enthusiast, and the heart behind Made With Love Gatherings. With over 20 years of experience creating meaningful moments, she helps women host beautiful, stress-free gatherings that reflect their style and story. When she’s not planning parties, you’ll find her journaling by the fire, paddleboarding with her kids, or dreaming up the next themed celebration.

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