Zero-Proof Celebration Spread (Printable Version)

A refreshing spread with sparkling drinks, light bites, and crisp flavors ideal for festive gatherings.

# Ingredient List:

→ Sparkling Beverages

01 - 1 bottle (25.4 fl oz) non-alcoholic sparkling white grape juice, chilled
02 - 1 bottle (25.4 fl oz) non-alcoholic sparkling rosé, chilled
03 - 1 bottle (25.4 fl oz) alcohol-free sparkling apple cider, chilled
04 - 1 cup fresh raspberries
05 - 1 cup fresh mint leaves
06 - 1 lemon, thinly sliced

→ Light Bites

07 - 1 French baguette, thinly sliced and toasted
08 - 8 oz fresh goat cheese
09 - 8 oz ricotta cheese
10 - 1/2 cup honey
11 - 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
12 - 1/2 cup seedless red grapes, halved
13 - 1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
14 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
15 - 1 cup marinated artichoke hearts, quartered
16 - 1/2 cup mixed olives
17 - 1/2 cup roasted almonds
18 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
19 - 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, halved

→ Garnishes & Extras

20 - Microgreens or edible flowers (optional, for decoration)
21 - Flaky sea salt and black pepper, to taste

# Steps:

01 - Fill glass pitchers or carafes with each sparkling beverage. Add raspberries, mint leaves, and lemon slices to each for a festive presentation. Keep chilled until serving.
02 - On a large platter or wooden boards, neatly arrange toasted baguette slices. Place goat cheese and ricotta in small bowls or directly on the board. Drizzle honey over the goat cheese and sprinkle chopped pistachios on top.
03 - Scatter halved grapes, strawberries, and dried apricots around the cheeses for balanced sweetness and color contrast.
04 - Group cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, quartered marinated artichoke hearts, and olives in small bowls or clusters on the platter for variety and texture.
05 - Place roasted almonds in small piles across the platter to introduce crunch.
06 - Decorate with microgreens or edible flowers if desired. Lightly sprinkle flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper over cheeses and vegetables to enhance flavors.
07 - Present immediately alongside chilled zero-proof sparkling drinks for guests to enjoy.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Every single guest feels celebrated, whether they're avoiding alcohol or simply prefer it that way—no explanations needed, just pure inclusion
  • The entire spread comes together in just forty minutes, meaning you're not stuck in the kitchen while your party happens
  • It's a feast for the eyes before it ever touches your lips, with natural colors and textures that make Instagram pale in comparison
  • The combination of textures—creamy, crunchy, juicy, chewy—keeps your palate dancing without ever feeling heavy
02 -
  • Toast your bread before the party, not during it—this is the single most important time-saver, and toasted bread holds up to toppings infinitely better than soft bread ever could
  • Keep your sparkling drinks in a separate area if possible, so people aren't constantly reaching through the spread—it changes the whole energy of how guests interact with your food
  • Don't assemble this more than two hours before serving; fresh vegetables start to weep slightly, and the bread can absorb moisture from the air and nearby fruits
  • The cheese-to-bread ratio matters—too much bread and you've made a bread platter; too much cheese and it feels heavy for a celebration meant to feel light
03 -
  • Toast your bread twenty minutes before guests arrive while your platter is in the fridge—the contrast of warm, fresh-from-the-oven bread with cold cheese creates a sensory moment that elevates everything
  • If you're serving more than twelve people, make two identical platters instead of one huge one—it's easier to navigate, looks more intentional, and means there's always a full, beautiful spread even as people graze
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