Zero-Proof Celebration Spread (Printable version)

A vibrant spread featuring sparkling drinks and light bites perfect for festive, alcohol-free celebrations.

# 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, for decoration)
21 - Flaky sea salt and black pepper, to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Pour each sparkling beverage into glass pitchers or carafes and add raspberries, mint leaves, and lemon slices for decoration. Keep chilled until serving.
02 - On a large platter or boards, arrange toasted baguette slices and place goat cheese and ricotta in small bowls or directly on the board. Drizzle honey over goat cheese and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
03 - Distribute seedless grapes, halved strawberries, and dried apricots around the cheeses to add color and sweetness.
04 - Arrange thin cucumber slices, halved cherry tomatoes, quartered marinated artichoke hearts, and mixed olives in small groups or bowls on the platter.
05 - Scatter roasted almonds in small clusters on the platter for texture contrast.
06 - Decorate with microgreens or edible flowers for visual appeal. Lightly sprinkle flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper over the cheeses and vegetables, if desired.
07 - Present immediately with chilled sparkling beverages for guests to pour and enjoy.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everyone at your table gets to celebrate equally, with gorgeous non-alcoholic sparkles that taste like pure joy
  • It's mostly about beautiful assembly rather than cooking, so you can spend time with guests instead of sweating in the kitchen
  • The combination of creamy cheeses, crisp fruits, and crunchy toasts creates layers of texture that feel luxurious and thoughtful
  • You can prepare everything ahead and arrange it just before people arrive, making you look effortlessly put-together
02 -
  • Temperature matters more than you think—cheeses should be cool but spreadable, and drinks must stay truly cold from start to finish. Warm cheese tastes flat, and lukewarm sparkling drinks lose their magic.
  • Slice everything uniformly (especially cucumbers, baguette, and strawberries) so the platter looks intentional and professional, not rushed. This single habit transforms a casual spread into something elegant.
  • Don't assemble more than 30 minutes before serving, or vegetables will weep onto the board and bread will lose its crispy edges. The timing between preparation and presentation is everything.
03 -
  • Chill everything obsessively—platters go in the refrigerator, glasses chill in the freezer for 30 minutes, and even your serving utensils should be cool. This keeps flavors bright and the experience refreshing.
  • The secret to this spread feeling special is proportions: use more of the versatile items (bread, grapes, cucumber, tomatoes) and smaller amounts of the bold flavors (olives, artichoke hearts, dried apricots) so every bite surprises but nothing overwhelms.
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