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Best buffet dishes
1. Oster Buffet Server Warming Tray | Triple Tray, 2.5 Quart, Stainless Steel
Feature
Buffet server with 3 warming trays for holidays and partiesLarge heating surface measures 20 by 13 inches. Durable stainless steel housing
Note-warming tray is not designed to keep large, deep pots full of food or liquid warm
Temperature knob to adjust level of heat from low to high
Cool-touch handles provide a firm grip and help prevent burns
Description
With a set of three separate 2-1/2-quart buffet warming trays, the Oster Buffet Server lets you serve up to three warm dishes. Great for holidays and parties, this buffet server features a large 20- by 13-inch heating surface that's ideal for heating up appetizers, dips, meat and vegetable dishes, desserts, and more. A temperature-control knob allows you to easily set the perfect warming temperature, while an easy-to-see power indicator light illuminates when the heating element is on. This food warmer tray features stay-cool side handles to facilitate safe, easy carrying from kitchen to table. The three included dome-shaped lids entrap heat and moisture, helping keep your dishes at the desired temperature. Both the pans and lids are dishwasher safe for easy cleanup.2. Sterno 70222 24-Piece Disposable Party Set, One Size, Silver
Feature
Entertain like a pro with this (24) piece setEverything you need to serve a wide variety of food
Includes (3) wire racks, (3) water pans, (6) food pans, (6) cans of Sterno Green Canned Heat, (3) serving spoons and (3) serving forks
All pieces can be disposed of when done
Proudly made in the USA
Description
The Sterno 70222 24-Piece Disposable Party Set lets you entertain like a pro and contains everything you need to serve a wide variety of food at the ideal temperature both indoors and out. The set includes (3) wire racks, (3) aluminum full-size water pans, (6) aluminum half-size food pans, (6) cans of Sterno Green Canned Heat, (3) serving spoons and (3) serving forks. Cleaning up has never been easier, simply throw everything away when done.For over 100 years the Sterno name has been synonymous with quality and performance in home entertaining, camping and emergency preparedness. Today Sterno delivers the most comprehensive line of portable warming, emergency illumination, butane appliances and catering products to the retail market. We share our customers' commitment to the environment and continually strive to improve our manufacturing and marketing practices to reduce our impact on the earth. Our iron-clad commitment to excellence ensures perfect performance every time.3. Sterno Products 24-Piece Disposable Party Set
Feature
Entertain like a pro with this (24) piece setEverything you need to serve a wide variety of food
Includes (3) wire racks, (3) water pans, (6) food pans, (6) cans of Sterno Handy Fuel, (3) serving spoons and (3) serving forks
All pieces can be disposed of when done
Proudly made in the USA
Description
The Sterno 70150 24-Piece Disposable Party Set lets you entertain like a pro and contains everything you need to serve a wide variety of food at the ideal temperature both indoors and out. The set includes (3) wire racks, (3) aluminum full-size water pans, (6) aluminum half-size food pans, (6) cans of Sterno Handy Fuel, (3) serving spoons and (3) serving forks. Cleaning up has never been easier, simply throw everything away when done. The Handy Fuel contains methanol which cannot be sold in the state of Pennsylvania. For over 100 years the Sterno name has been synonymous with quality and performance in home entertaining, camping and emergency preparedness. Today Sterno delivers the most comprehensive line of portable warming, emergency illumination, butane appliances and catering products to the retail market. We share our customers commitment to the environment and continually strive to improve our manufacturing and marketing practices to reduce our impact on the earth. Our iron-clad commitment to excellence ensures perfect performance every time.4. Party Essentials 33 Piece Party Serving Kit, Includes Chafing Kits and Serving Utensils
Feature
Serving kit with 33 disposable pieces including serving forks, spoons, and tongs, water and food pans, chafing racks, and gel fuel for serving food at parties, barbecues, and other gatherings.Serving forks, spoons, and tongs made of polystyrene for rigidity and durability
Aluminum food and water pans for buffet-style serving
Gel fuel cans contain 190g of methanol fuel and burn for approximately two hours to help keep food warm
Wire chafing racks to hold food and water pans over fuel cans
Kit comes with 6 gel fuel cans, 6 serving spoons, 6 serving forks, 3 tongs, 3 chafing racks, 3 aluminum water pans, 6 aluminum food pans
Description
The Party Essentials UPK-33 serving kit comes with 33 disposable pieces including serving forks, spoons, and tongs made of polystyrene for rigidity and durability, water pans and food pans for buffet-style serving, gel fuel cans to help keep food warm, and wire chafing racks to hold the food and water pans over the fuel cans. The gel fuel cans contain 190g of methanol fuel and burn for approximately two hours to help keep food warm. The kit is suitable for serving hot food at parties, barbecues, and other gatherings.
Party Essentials manufactures disposable tableware including cutlery, drinkware, and dinnerware for the consumer goods, catering, and food service industries. The company, founded in 1983, is headquartered in Elk Grove Village, IL.
What's in the Box?
- (3) Aluminum water pan, 3.25" x 13" x 21.5" (H x W x L)
- (6) Aluminum food pan, 2.5" x 10.5" x 12.25" (H x W x L)
- (3) Wire chafing rack, 8.5" x 13" x 23.75" (H x W x L)
- (6) Gel fuel, 190g, in sealed aluminum can, 3.25" x 3.5" x 3.5" (H x W x L)
- (6) Polystyrene serving fork, 6.5" long
- (6) Polystyrene serving spoon, 6.5" long
- (3) Polystyrene serving tongs, 9.5" long
(H is height, the vertical distance from lowest to highest point; W is width, the horizontal distance from left to right; D is depth, the horizontal distance from front to back.)
5. Tiger Chef 3-Pack 4 Quart Round Chafing Dish Buffet Warmer Set, Gold Accented Chafer, Includes Plastic Tong
Feature
- ELEGANT: Featuring sophisticated gold accents this round chafer is picture-perfect for upscale catered events, weddings, graduations and outdoor- COMPLETE KIT: Our complete chafer set includes a water pan, 4-quart food pan, dome cover, gold accented chafer stands, 1 fuel holder with cover, 1 Plastic Tong
- DURABLE STAINLESS STEEL NSF CERTIFIED: This 4-quart chafer is constructed of quality stainless steel with a mirror finish and is NSF CERTIFIED. Features sturdy legs and a secure grip lid handle for stability and safety
- VERSATILE: Add ice in the water pan to keep food cold or use with the fuel gel for hot food
- DISHWASHER SAFE: The food pan, water pan and cover are dishwasher safe. Wash the other parts with soap and water
Description
This 4 Qt small round chafing dish has an understated elegance that complements any sophisticated buffet setting. Its round shape is perfect for 360 degree serving, and effortlessly enhances any buffet setting. Constructed of quality stainless steel with a mirror finish and gold accents this chafer is a combination of quality that will last for years and present in style.We've completed the set with everything you need to set up your buffet!
Set Includes:
- (3) 4-Quart Food Pan
- (3) Dome Cover
- (3) Gold Accented Chafer Stand
- (3) Fuel Holder with Cover
- (3) Free Chafing Fuel Gel
- (3) Plastic Serving Tong
6. Gibson 3 Tiered Oval Chip And Dip Set With Metal Rack, Three Tier Dessert And Snack Server
Feature
Great serve ware: Separate your favorite chips, snacks, and dips for your guest to enjoyStores easily - collapsible metal stand and stackable porcelain bowls. Tiered bowls allows for different dips without taking too much table space
Modernized look: Perfect for serving and entertaining for any occasion, elegant and versatile design
Dishwasher safe: Ceramic is microwave and dishwasher safe metal rack is hand wash only
Set includes: 1pc: 5 inch bowl - 1pc: 6.25 inch bowl - 1 pc: 7.5 inch bowl - 1 pc: Metal stand
Description
Serve ware with a modernized look. This decorous gracious dining three tier bowl server set is composed of three fine ceramic dishes and a sturdy metal stand includes: 1 - 5in bowl 1 - 6.25in bowl 1 - 7.5in bowl 1 - metal stand.7. Giantex 2 Pack of 9 Quart Stainless Steel Rectangular Chafing Dish Full Size (9 Quart w/Full Size Pan)
Feature
Stable and Long-Lasting Dish Frame- Our chafing dish is constructed with stainless steel which is durable and sturdy enough to bear high temperature and uneasily deform. Two racks provide powerful support for pans and lid.Simple Washing and Cleaning Work- Characterized by smooth and white finish stainless steel surface, it is easy and convenient for you to wash every corner of both inner and external part with dish washing liquid. Prior to first use, they need to be washed in hot soapy water and then dried with a soft towel.
Complete Accessories Set- Our chafing dish set contains water pan, food pan and lid, sturdy frame rack and alcohol furnace. After assembling it with detailed and specific instruction, you can use to cook food.
Spacious Space for Cooking Food- Inner size is 19.29"X11" X3.54"(L XW XH). Food Pan Size: 19.8"X12" (L XW ). This chafing dish is equipped with enough space for cooking.
Safe Use- Two fuel safety burners are designed under the burner tray and with full lid. Two handles on two sides of the chafing dish are safe for you to carry and take the dish and prevent your hand from being scald.
Description
Description:
This is our Giantex rectangular chafing dish which is equipped with sturdy frame and safe design. It is applied to a variety of occasions such as buffets, hotel breakfast areas,brunches, catering, parties, wedding banquets and self-service restaurant etc. Constructed with a solid frame and a complete accessories set, you can enjoy a delicious meal after installing it well. Maintaining clean and washing each corner is easy because the whole surface is smooth and white finished. The size of food pans is sufficient enough to make cooking Fuel safety burners and side handle racks are safe too! It will be worthy of your purchasing!
Feature:
Brand New And High Quality
Sold In 1 Set (2 Packs)
Elegant Design And Durable Stainless Steel Frame
Glossy Mirror Finish Surface
Dripless Water Pan
Comes With Water Pan, Food Pan, Lid,Durable Frame And Alcohol Furnace
Easy to Wash andInstall
Safe Usage
Specifications:
Material:Stainless Steel
Sold In 1 Set (2 Packs)
Overall Size: About 24 "X14"X11.4"(L XW XH)
Inner Size: 19.29"X11"X3.54"(L XW XH)
Food Pan Size: 19.8"X12" (L XW )
2 Alcohol FurnaceSize: 3.54" (Diameter) X9.8"(Height)
8. Super Deal Stainless Steel 4 Pack 8 Qt Chafer Dish w/Water Pan, Food Pan, Lid
Feature
If you regularly fix large meals, you'll appreciate this chafer. This chafer is perfect for many occasions, such as weddings, parties, brunches, banquets and catering events.Mirror Finish - Our chafing dish has a smooth, stainless-steel surface and a sturdy matte stainless-steel stand. It will not rust, tarnish or corrode. The generously sized food pan is NSF certified.
Considerable design - The stainless steel chafer also has the ability to hold the lid in an upright position while food in the full-size chafer pan is being served.
Maintains Temperature - It has a bottom tray that can support two fuel burners which is is perfect for buffet serving and other situations where you want to keep food warm for extended periods of time.
Easy transport - Stackable for easy transport, and has a strong, cool-to-the-touch plastic handle. SUPER DEAL stainless-steel chafer is a deal that can't be beat. With all the pieces in one place, it is perfect for portability and easy use.
Description
SUPER DEAL commercial chafer reduces the amount of storage needed, making it a true space-saver! It's perfect for any occasion, such as weddings, parties, brunches, hotel breakfast areas, banquets, catering events and self-service environments.Features:
Full Size 8 Quart Capacity
Elegant Design And Durable Frame, Mirror Finish
Dripless Water Pan, Quality-Built Stainless Steel Construction
Comes With Water Pan,Food Pan, Lid, Frame And Alcohol Furnace
Specifications:
Overall Size: About 24 "X14" X11.4"(L XW XH)
Inner Size: 19.29"X11" X3.54"(L XW XH)
Food Pan Size: 19.8"X12" (L XW)
2 Alcohol Furnace Size: 3.54" (Diameter) X9.8"(Height)
Material: Stainless Steel
Volume: 9 L /8 Quart
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9. Prodyne AB-7 Buffet on ice, 19.75" x 11.75", Clear
Feature
Food stays chilled over a bed of ice-Bottom tray can be filled with cubed or crushed ice, while the upper 4 compartment food tray is positioned above the iceThe food tray is vented to allow coldness from the ice below to flow through to keep food chilled
Bottom tray can be used alone to serve a variety of foods, such as salads, pasta, rolls, cup cakes and more
Removable dip cup included
Perfect for indoor and outdoor use
Description
On Ice Serveware
Buffet On Ice
Bottom tray can be filled with cubed or crushed ice, while the upper 4 compartment food tray is positioned above the ice. The food tray is vented to allow coldness from the ice below to flow through to keep food chilled and tasty. Handy removable dip cup is included. Bottom Tray can be used alone to serve a variety of foods, such as salads, pasta, rolls, cup cakes and more. Perfect for both indoor and outdoor entertaining, it is made from BPA free materials. Measures 19 3/4" x 11 3/4" x 5". Color box. Item: AB-7
Prodyne was founded in 1971 when we invented the original Gourmet Cheese Slicer. We felt that America needed a reliable Cheese Slicer with a built in wire cutter at an affordable price and we knew that we could provide it. After a year of designing, prototyping and testing, our Cheese Slicer was born. We applied for a U.S. patent and introduced it to the market. Prodyne's Cheese Slicer quickly gained recognition for it's quality and function and sales started to soar. Over the years we have received many letters from our satisfied customers telling us how wonderful our slicer is and how they could not live without it. It is truly considered to be the best Cheese Slicer available. In the early 80's we decided to expand our product line by designing and manufacturing many other new and innovative products. Prodyne now offers a wide assortment of kitchenware ,barware and serveware in Stainless steel, acrylic, wood and other materials. Today the Prodyne line consists of over 300 SKU's with sales worldwide. Our customer base includes over 2,000 independent kitchenware, cheese and winery stores... major department stores... national mail order companies... and national specialty retailers.In addition to offering an extensive product line, Prodyne also works with key accounts on special custom items. Although we have continued to grow over the years we have not lost sight of the purpose for which Prodyne was founded... to design, develop and manufacture unique consumer products with high style and high performance, at prices that are affordable.
10. Tramontina 80154/533DS Triple-Hob Electric Buffet Warmer, Stainless Steel, Induction-Ready, 7-Piece
Feature
Includes: Triple Burner Stainless Steel Buffet Warmer, 3 Pcs. Tri-Ply Base 18/10 Stainless Steel Sauce PotsSauce pot size: 3 Qt / 2.8 L - Compatible with induction, gas, electric and ceramic glass cooktops
Keeps food hot for buffet-style serving
Ideal for home entertaining and special events
Tramontina item # 80154/533DS - UPC 016017116894
