Get ready for your next barbecue with these local party finds

After a year spent inside, use these party accessories to throw the bash of the season.

By Michele Kettner • Posted July 2, 2021 at 1:27 p.m.

courtesy The Hour

orange bowl — *Photo courtesy The Nest Egg*

Orange Zest
From sweet treats to salty chips, you’ll be dishing up snacks in this appetizer bowl all summer long. $15 at The Nest Egg, 11940 Grand Commons Ave., Fairfax; shopthenestegg.com

blue pitcher — *Photo courtesy The Hour*

True Blue
Whether you’re serving up iced tea or sangria, make it colorful with an assist from this vintage cocktail pitcher and stirrer. $225 at The Hour, 1015 King St., Alexandria, thehourshop.com

multi color plates — *Photo courtesy Fair Trade Winds*

Bold Strokes
These hand-painted Palestinian-style appetizer plates make any tabletop brighter. $36 for four at Fair Trade Winds, 2920 District Ave., Ste. 260, Fairfax, fairtradewinds.net

Juicy Fruit
Watermelon is practically a symbol of summer, so add this cute bowl and spreader to your seasonal collection. $12.50 at Zazu, 20070 Ashbrook Commons Plz., Ste. 183, Ashburn, shopzazu.com

blue pattern cutting board — *Photo courtesy The Nest Egg*

Charcuterie Cutie
Make your cheese spread pop on a decorative mango-wood board with a hand-drawn pattern. $35 at The Nest Egg

Claws Out
If your go-to summertime dish is crab dip, this bowl is perfect for showing it off. $39 at Goldfinch, 806 N. Fairfax St., Alexandria, shopgoldfinch.com

Feature image courtesy The Hour

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Michele Kettner

Audience Engagement Editor

Michele Kettner joined Northern Virginia Magazine in 2020 after spending two semesters as an editorial intern at the magazine. The University of Maryland graduate is currently the audience engagement editor and covers everything from can’t-miss things to do and holiday events to new restaurant and store openings throughout Northern Virginia.