Appetiser Plates and Platters

The aperitif is almost a ritual in Mediterranean homes, and it deserves pieces to match. Here you'll find plates, platters, boards and centrepieces shaped like fish, turtles, leaves or oranges to serve nibbles with real charm.

Pair a large platter for the main dish with several small plates for olives, nuts or dips. Mixing shapes and colours gives the table a relaxed feel, while neutral tones look more elegant. Wash ceramics with care to preserve their glazes.

• What you'll find: Appetiser plates, platters, bowls, boards and centrepieces in ceramic and other materials.
• Style: Mediterranean and easy-going, with marine, fruit and botanical motifs.
• Ideal for: Vermouth on the terrace, sharing-style dinners, get-togethers with friends and summer tables.