KITCHEN ESSENTIALS FOR ENTERTAINING AT HOME
When it comes to entertaining, there's a bit more to it than simply rattling those pots and pans. Successfully treating your friends or family to a memorable meal involves planning, preparation, execution, and a sprinkling of flair. Whether you've invited the chosen few around for an intimate meal or going all-out and hosting a soiree, CB2 has everything you need to ensure that you serve up in style.
Preparation, preparation, preparation
The key to any successful dinner is in the preparation. While you might have been able to source some of the best ingredients, having the finest tools to hand is just as important. Not only will the sharpness of your knives ensure the best cuts, but their style will also let any kitchen visitors know that you’re serious about what you do. The CB2 kitchenware collection offers the perfect combination of functionality and aesthetics so that, even if you're caught cutting up a cabbage, you and your guests know you're doing it in style. As the saying goes, "fail to prepare, and you'll prepare to fail."
First impressions count
However, for your guests, preparation is something that goes unseen. Their first notion of what they're about to eat will be conveyed through how you set your table. The CB2 collection of table and dinnerware is designed to add that extra edge to your guests' dining experience, embracing the idea that 'we eat with our eyes, as well as our mouths.' Whether you favour the clean, contemporary lines offered by dinnerware or prefer your dinners to be a bit more hands-on, Crate and Barrel stocks dinnerware created by both recognised designers and those climbing the design ladder. From bowls and plates to cutlery and glassware, we've got all the right options for virtually every dining style.
The secret of serving
While your guests are busy appreciating your dinnerware, the secret up your culinary sleeve is how it's served. The right salad bowl or serving plate can complement your culinary creation to the point that it's got the whiff of the Michelin about it. Our collection of serving platters, plates, dishes, bowls, and serving cutlery is the best way to give the ordinary that little extra. While you're at it, don't forget to check out our range of glassware. Whether you're serving something soft, our selection of tumblers and glasses can add that five-star elegance to even a humble glass of water.
What’s for afters?
Choosing summer furniture isn't just the monopoly of grownups. If you're looking for summer furniture for your children, make CB2 your one-stop-shop. Look for lighter, brighter designs that'll make your children's bedrooms or play areas seem more spacious. From bunk beds to toys and bedding, we've got everything you need to make time for those summertime hues. We can even provide you with a superb selection of play tables and appropriately-sized furniture to ensure that your little ones feel their space is still a part of your home.
The accent for 2022, whether you’re furnishing indoors or outside, is for things to feel more comfortable and rounded. Browse our collection, and you’re sure to find just what you need, to keep things stylish and summery.