Zero-Proof Celebration Spread (Printable)

A vibrant mix of sparkling drinks, fresh fruits, cheeses, and light bites perfect for festive occasions.

# What You Need:

→ Sparkling Beverages

01 - 1 bottle (25 fl oz) non-alcoholic sparkling white grape juice, chilled
02 - 1 bottle (25 fl oz) non-alcoholic sparkling rosé, chilled
03 - 1 bottle (25 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

# Directions:

01 - Pour each type of sparkling beverage into glass pitchers or carafes. Add fresh raspberries, mint leaves, and lemon slices for visual appeal. Keep chilled until serving.
02 - On a large serving board or platter, place toasted baguette slices alongside bowls of goat cheese and ricotta. Drizzle honey over goat cheese and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
03 - Scatter halved grapes, strawberries, and dried apricots around the cheeses and bread to enhance color and texture.
04 - Organize cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, marinated artichoke hearts, and mixed olives in small groups or bowls on the platter for easy access.
05 - Distribute roasted almonds in small piles across the platter for added texture.
06 - Decorate with microgreens or edible flowers for a festive finish. Lightly sprinkle flaky sea salt and black pepper over cheeses and vegetables according to taste.
07 - Present the spread immediately alongside chilled zero-proof sparkling drinks, allowing guests to serve themselves.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everyone at your table gets to celebrate genuinely, whether they're sober-curious, pregnant, driving, or simply choosing not to drink that day
  • It's surprisingly elegant with minimal effort—thirty minutes of prep and suddenly your kitchen feels like a sophisticated dinner party
  • The combination of fresh fruits, creamy cheeses, and crisp sparkling drinks hits that perfect balance between indulgent and refreshing
02 -
  • The temperature of everything matters more than you think—warm bread tastes stale, warm cheese spreads unevenly, and warm sparkling drinks lose their magic. Plan your timing so that everything comes together cold and fresh.
  • Don't prep the berries for the drinks more than an hour ahead or they'll start to break down and cloud the liquid. The clarity and brightness of those drinks is part of their appeal.
03 -
  • Set up your platter on a slight angle or uneven surface if possible—it creates more visual interest and prevents everything from looking static or staged.
  • Use odd numbers when grouping items (three olives together, five grapes clustered)—your eye finds this more pleasing than even groupings, a principle that applies to all beautiful platters.
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