Zero-Proof Celebration Spread (Printable)

A bright spread featuring sparkling drinks and fresh bites, ideal for easy, festive entertaining.

# What you need:

→ 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)
21 - Flaky sea salt and black pepper, to taste

# How to make it:

01 - Fill glass pitchers or carafes with each sparkling beverage. Add raspberries, fresh mint leaves, and lemon slices for visual appeal. Chill until serving.
02 - On a large serving platter or wooden boards, arrange toasted baguette slices alongside bowls of goat cheese and ricotta. Drizzle honey over the goat cheese and sprinkle chopped pistachios.
03 - Distribute halved grapes, fresh strawberries, and dried apricots thoughtfully around the cheese selections on the platter.
04 - Organize thin cucumber slices, cherry tomato halves, marinated artichoke hearts, and mixed olives in small clusters or bowls across the serving area.
05 - Add small piles of roasted almonds around the platter to provide textural contrast.
06 - Decorate the spread with microgreens or edible flowers if desired. Season cheeses and vegetables lightly with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
07 - Present immediately with chilled zero-proof sparkling beverages for guests to pour and enjoy.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everyone at your table gets to raise a glass and celebrate together, no matter their drink preference—that's the real magic here
  • It comes together in under an hour, so you're not stressed in the kitchen while your guests arrive
  • The combination of creamy cheeses, crisp vegetables, and fresh fruits means every bite is different and exciting
  • Those sparkling beverages look so festive in their pitchers that people feel like they're at something special
02 -
  • Don't arrange your spread more than 30 minutes before guests arrive—the baguette will start to lose its crispness and soften. Timing is everything with this one
  • The sparkling drinks MUST stay cold in their pitchers, and the glasses should be chilled too. A warm sip ruins the whole experience
  • Slice everything thin and intentional. Thick slices of cucumber or tomato make people hesitate, but thin slices invite them to grab without thinking
03 -
  • Toast your baguette slices only once you're certain guests will arrive soon—fresh toasted bread is crispy bread, and crispy is everything here
  • Those sparkling drinks are even more refreshing if you add ice to the glasses but let the pitcher stay as cold as possible without ice diluting the flavors
  • Set out small plates and napkins nearby so people can build their own little tasting journey without feeling rushed or judged about their choices
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