14 Chip & Dip Bowls & Platters That Are Perfect For House Parties

We adore the sea green glaze and sea shell pattern. This is definitely a statement piece on the table! The website claims that this piece is lightweight, which we appreciate because no one wants to be carrying heavy platters around the room when hosting duties require it.

What To Serve: Jalapeno Poppers, Nuggets, Momo, Fish Fingers 

Make A Note: To clean, an gentle soap wash and patting with a cotton cloth is the way to go

This ceramic chip and dip platter is ideal for everyday use. Since its handcrafted, each piece will look different and might have different clay impressions but that's what makes it even more beautiful.

What To Serve: Nuggets, Bruschetta, Momo, Mini Samosas, Nachos

Make A Note: The platter is dishwasher safe 

This chip and dip bowl is easy to clean and since it's made of wood, even while passing it around someone accidentally drops it, it won't break. Honestly, rough-and-tough serveware like this one are always worth the money for bustling Indian homes.

Price: INR 1,199

What To Serve: Veggie Sticks, Nachos & Salsa, Chips & Sour Cream, Wings & Hot Sauce

Make A Note: The bowl is easy to clean and maintain

This handcrafted chip and dip bowl is the perfect centre piece for your table. We love the big-bellied bottom and the floating dip bowl design because not only does it save you more space on the table but also looks elevated (pun intended).

What To Serve: Spring Rolls, Cucumber Bites, Potato Wedges, Pita Chips and Salsa. Want to make it dramatic? Serve fondue!

Make A Note: The bowl is microwave, dishwasher, and oven safe

We love this metal platter that comes with a tie-and-dye print and is giving life to our summer hosting shenanigans. It's powder-coated, thus, the blue print has that vibrancy and shine but since its made of metal, we wouldn't recommend serving hot food in this one. Save it strictly for your chips and cold mezze.

What To Serve: Potato wafers, Murukku, Gunpowder Idli and Hummus Pita

Make A Note: It's not microwave or dishwasher safe. Do not serve hot food. 

Serve different types of appetisers and three different kinds of dips on this mango wood platter! What we love is that it comes with ceramic bowls that are supposed to sit in their designated grooves and also has an extended handle so the platter can be easily passed around.

What To Serve: Chicken Wings with BBQ Dip, Cheese Poppers with Dip, Baked Potato Bites 

Make A Note: It's not microwave or dishwasher safe. It's easy to clean

We love this pretty, festive-looking platter with a lotus-shaped tea-light holder. This one's for your special mithai or other sweet treats that have to be displayed on a special occasion. Or, simply serving dry fruits to guests on your next Diwali party.

What To Serve: Nuts and sweets

Make A Note: It's not microwave or dishwasher safe. It's easy to clean

Simple, modern and minimalistic. This beautiful chip and dip bowl will look great on both the coffee table and the dining table. We love the marbled effect, and the subtle monotone hue ensures that your tasty offerings stand out against the sober background.

What To Serve: Crackers & Dip, Cheese & Preserve, Veggie Sticks, Hummus & Pita

Make A Note: The bowl is microwave, dishwasher, and oven safe

Now, this one's for folks who like everything fancy-schmancy. A stylish metal option, this metal chip and dip bowl is going to be a centrepiece for your snack table. Made of stainless steel and a silver finish, we would suggest taking this one out only for your formal dinners when you want to leave an impression on the guests.

What To Serve: Nachos & Salsa, Veggie Sticks, Cheese Fingers, Fish Fingers

Make A Note: The bowl is not microwave, dishwasher, and oven safe

For day-time use, we love how simple yet striking this section plate from Nestasia looks. The effortless white and blue striped combo with a touch of yellow feels especially soothing on the eyes for the summers and would be the perfect platter for your colourful veggie sticks and dip!

What To Serve: Mini Samosas, Cheese Mines, Sliders, Tarts and Veggie Sticks

Make A Note: The bowl is microwave, dishwasher, and oven safe

Looking for something a bit more eccentric and vibrant? Check out this ceramic platter with dip bowl from Miah Decor that features a striking patterns with a centre dip bowl. Now, this ones for those who are looking to add a punch of colour to their snacks table.

Price: INR 999 (discounts available)

What To Serve: Pizza Twists, Churros & Chocolate, Sukha Puri, Chips & Dip

Make A Note: The bowl is microwave, dishwasher, and oven safe

The stunning tropical Madagascar print and glass bowl make this an excellent investment. We like how the dip bowl is separate, making it easier to use the platter as a serving plate. It also includes a beautiful golden stainless steel spoon, eliminating the need to search your cutlery cabinet for a matching one.

What To Serve: Tarts, Potato Wedges & Ketchup, Nachos & Guac, Mini Pizza Pockets 

Make A Note: The bowl is microwave, dishwasher, and oven safe

It's the hand-painted design that we love so much. Plus the gorgeous, solid-coloured dip bowl. We can't wait to get our hands on this one for our everyday chai sessions. FYI, you can complete the set by buying matching platters, bowls and other pieces with the same design if you like.

What To Serve: Mozzarella Sticks, Mini Quiches, Mini Sausages, Spring Rolls, Corn Ribs

Make A Note: The bowl is microwave, dishwasher, and oven safe

Made by hand from bamboo, this chip and dip platter not only looks great but is environment-friendly too. While the bowl is washable, the bamboo tray can be easily wiped with a cloth and is super sturdy, excellent for everyday use. These are dip dyed in earthen pots, boiling them for hours until they take on the colour so you can be assured they are completely food-safe sans any plastic or harmful chemical coatings.

What To Serve: Nuts, Crackers, Ketchup, Green Chutney and Pakoras

Make A Note: The bowl is not microwave, dishwasher, and oven safe