Island Trends for Hosting Thanksgiving
Can you believe Thanksgiving is right around the corner? If you’re like us, you probably haven’t even begun to think about defrosting that turkey or what side dishes you’ll bring to the in-laws. Or, you could be hosting the entire meal - In which case, you’re going to need some help!
While we’d love to lend a hand, there’s only so much we know about making a delicious cranberry sauce. What we CAN DO is help you prepare your kitchen island for the big feast. If you have plans for squeezing as many guests as you can into your humble abode, then your kitchen island is going to be put to work, and here are some trendy ways you can get the most out of this space in your kitchen.
Add Extra Seating
We get it - The dining room table is only so large and can only sit so many people. So, here’s an excellent opportunity to utilize your kitchen island for more seating. To make sure your guests are comfortable during their meal, make sure you get the right height in bar stools and add some festive cushions if you need to.
Create a Buffet Line
Hosting Thanksgiving means you’ll have quite a few mouths to feed, and hand serving everyone won’t be easy. So, this year, incorporate a buffet-style setup to eliminate chaos and control traffic through your kitchen. But you still want it to be festive and protect those countertops, right? So, lay down a turkey-inspired table runner to give hot dishes a place to rest.
Create a Kids’ Beverage Station
The island wine cooler can hold more than just your adult beverages, and if you’re hosting Thanksgiving, you can quickly turn it into a kid’s beverage station. Putting drinks at their level during Thanksgiving means they won’t be rummaging through the fridge or constantly asking an adult for a drink - They can simply grab it themselves from your kid-friendly beverage station.
Cook’n Serve
One of the most popular kitchen island design trends is the built-in cooking range. While it’s perfect for everyday cooking, it’s also convenient while you host Thanksgiving. Some dishes are best served hot and fresh. Others need to remain warm to preserve flavor and freshness. Either way, this cook’n serve option for Thanksgiving will undoubtedly make you appreciate your kitchen island even more!
Transform Your Kitchen for Next Year’s Thanksgiving
While it might be too late to transform your kitchen for this year’s Thanksgiving, it’s never too early to start thinking about next year. Jordan Morrissey Interior Design Co. specializes in custom kitchen remodels and can certainly bring your dream kitchen to life. So get in touch with us today or check out our most recent projects to see how we can create a unique space that feels like home.