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The Dining Experience
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For some people, a dining room is a more formal area dedicated only to enjoying fine food and good wine. To others, it’s a multi-purpose table covered in a mountain of admin and kid’s crayons. Then there are those of us who find joy in eating on the sofa in front of the television every night.
No matter the setup, there’s always room to elevate your dining experience on special occasions. A holiday or celebration is the perfect reason to level up your dining experience, and we’re here to help. With a few simple tricks, you can impress your guests and make every celebration one to remember. Let’s get started!
With a few simple tricks, you can impress your guests and make every celebration one to remember. Let’s get started!
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1st:Lighting Is Everything:
First thing first – lighting. You could equip your dining space with the most glorious furniture, fixtures, and crockery and poor lighting would still dampen the overall mood. It’s a good idea to begin by creating a warm and welcoming ambiance with yellow or warm-white bulbs.
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- If you’re in the mood to splurge a bit you could invest in a standing floor lamp or even a chandelier. A statement piece like this gives you the opportunity for a little creative expression. It also ensures that you can see what you’re eating!
- If you can master your lighting setup, your dining experience will be enveloped in an atmosphere of heavenly coziness.
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1st:The Beauty of Ceiling Lighting:
Lighting – it’s one of the greatest inventions we have in modern times. Simply flip a switch and the whole area lights up. And one of the best lighting source is the ceiling light.
From up high, the lighting appliance can illuminate a large room area or a particular area where the light source is needed. Ceiling lights include pendants – ceiling mounts – track lighting – recessed lighting and more. A review below lists the types of ceiling light that can work in your dining room area.
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2nd:Add Some Candles:
On the subject of lighting, nothing says celebration more than candles! Not only do candles create a wonderful, warm light that adds to the atmosphere, but they also create a feeling of festivity.
- You can opt for pillar candles or place tea lights in glass bowls to create interesting light patterns, or you can opt for more traditional candlesticks or candelabras. You can also select candles to match or complement your color scheme, which brings us to the next point.
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Type of Candles:
Since the advent of electrical lighting, candles seem to become less needed – as light bulbs have replaced many burning-related devises to provide lighting. But then, that is not necessarily true. Yes, we no longer need candles to light up our room, but candles are still very popular in providing festive mood for the holidays and special occasions.
Retail sales of candles is approximately $3.14 billion dollars annually. The majority of sales are during the holidays; and most are presented as gifts and/or used to add the festive senses of smell and reverance.
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3rd:Select a Color Palette:
Your choice of color palette is going to depend on the occasion. Is it a traditional anniversary celebration, a classic Christmas affair or a funky New Year’s party? If it’s a traditional celebration, then you can stick with muted yet warm colors. You could pair some gentle autumnal tones with a light beige, white or gold.
- If you want a more serious and sophisticated feel you may want to opt for darker shades. Burgundy, forest green, and deep red are all excellent choices.
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- Burgundy, forest green, and deep red are all excellent choices. Try not to include too many colors—a darker minimalist look is recommended for a fine dining feel. If the dining occasion is fun and lighthearted, then you could select two vibrant colors of choice and pair these with simple white crockery.
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Adding Color Without Using Paint:
Wall art is a great way to fill your room with color. Make sure to use an easy stick-and-remove mounting tape to leave the walls free from holes.
You can use frame-free canvases, framed artwork, or even posters, depending on your celebrated theme. To create a wall that isn’t overcrowded or messy looking, you will want to take into consideration the design and layout of the display.
You might have some artworks that look beautiful on their own, but they might not look good next to other pieces.
Picture Wall Types
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4th:Focus On Tableware:
When you enjoy a fine dining experience in a restaurant, you’ll notice that the tableware always stands out. You don’t need to spend a fortune on catering-grade dishes and silver knives and forks, but what you do need to do is ensure that your presentation is perfect.
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- Even if you use an eclectic mix of dishes, ensure that you lay the table beautifully and that every knife, fork and spoon is polished. Your glassware can also elevate a dining experience, so ensure that all your glasses are sparkling clean and don’t have any smudges on them.
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Use Linens:
Tablecloths, table runners and napkins can all dress up a table and make it look more festive. You can invest in a plain colored tablecloth and then add colorful runners and napkins to suit the occasion. This customizes the look and feel of your table and adds something special.
If you’re hosting a themed celebration you can even buy disposable themed napkins and runners that tie in with the event.
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5th:Make a Centerpiece:
The trick with a centerpiece is to ensure that it’s not too tall and to keep it nature oriented. A beautiful arrangement of flowers in a designer vase or a pretty potted plant is an exquisite addition to any holiday dining table. You can theme your centerpiece around the occasion too, using your DIY skills to hot glue Christmas ribbons or other suitable decorations to vases, bowls, pots or any other items.
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- Ideally, your centerpiece shouldn’t be too tall because you don’t want it to block people from seeing each other across the table.
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Types of Centerpieces:
The types and styles of dining table centerpieces are endless. It all depends on your imagination, theme, and the size of the table. Of course, different holidays may steer you in a certain direction when designing the centerpiece – but it doesn’t have to. It’s your centerpiece; so design it as you like.
Below are some ideas that can help formulate your thinking:
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6th:Decorate The Room:
Although the focus of your dining experience is on your table, don’t neglect the rest of the room! You don’t have to go crazy with balloons or bunting, but it’s a great idea to add a few decorative touches that match the occasion.
- Garlands draped across fireplace mantles, small flower arrangements on side tables or some elegant streamers or confetti add a festive touch that enhances the experience.
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Decorating Ideas:
Allow us to suggest some decorating ideas for the holiday season. They will be quick reference reads that can help decide how best to display for the season and special events:
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Make Every Holiday A Celebration:
Elevating your dining experience is easy if you follow these tips. You can transform your dining room into a celebratory space that makes your guests feel relaxed and welcome—and ready to enjoy whatever they eat!
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