Delectable dining

November 2006

December is almost with us and we all know what that means - the festive season will soon be knocking at our doors! With dining being such an important part of Christmas, it is essential that you do not have to compromise on style, comfort or price.

Dining and Christmas go together hand in hand, indeed many would say the dining table is the focal point of Christmas celebrations, and where better to find your perfect dining centrepiece than amongst Fishpool's autumn collection. Catering for all of your dining needs, you are sure to be spoilt for choice.

The prospect of entertaining both family and friends can be a slightly daunting one at first, however, with our in-house interior design service, and ever-helpful advice, Fishpools can help you get it right. Why not pop down to the showroom and take a look at the range of dining table displays for inspiration?

With everything you need including table wear and accessories Fishpools offer all the ingredients to achieve the look you want, turning your dining centrepiece into a masterpiece!

Here is just a taster of the ranges on offer - in comforting tones and finishes, and with mouth watering names including the likes of 'Cappuccino', who could resist a collection such as this, at this chilly time of the year?

Take a look at the classically elegant Louis Philippe style dining range in a warm cherry finish, available with either oval or circular table shapes and coordinating chairs with a two door display unit, perfect for a traditional Christmas dinner.

For the more flamboyant there is the gorgeous Santa Barbara collection, upholstered in rich luxurious fabrics with gilded edging.

For a more modern dining experience why not take a peek at the 'Manhattan' collection set in a black lacquered snakewood finish - very much fitting in with the current trend for lacquered finishes, this collection will ensure that your dining room is at the cutting edge of fashion. If lacquer and gloss simply isn't your thing there is a whole array of other modern designs available in finishes including natural oak, beech, teak and rosewood. Some other great collections to look out for are the Pandora, Skovby and Linea collections - available in a range of varying warm wood tones.

There are also a number of styles that use granite, glass and marble to great effect - try the 'Monaco' collection set or 'Atlantis' for superb value - a solid hardwood frame with inset polished granite top.

The importance of accessories shouldn't be overlooked for adding the final finishing touches to your table. These are your props - inexpensive touches such as candle holders, glass or ceramic vases, table mats and napkins all add to the overall effect. Flower arrangements and wreathes can be easily created at home, and often simple is best - holly wreaths and poinsettias capture the Christmas spirit perfectly. Winter lighting such as fairy lights and candles add the finishing festive touches and compliment darker wood tones perfectly.

Finishing touches can be found in Fishpool's tableware department where there is a fantastic range on offer - big names such as Denby, Royal Doulton and Gleneagles Crystal feature in the collection. A great choice of platters and dishes can be found for party nibbles and canapés, as well as elegant cutlery and crystal.

Rest assured that you can easily and affordably achieve that special, individual look this Christmas so for experienced advice, lasting value, elegance, beauty and style drop in to Fishpools and make it a Christmas to remember.

Date published: November 2006. Please ask in store for the latest prices and details.

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