Did someone say pool party? Whether it’s a kid-friendly gathering or a bash with your closest friends, there’s nothing like spending the afternoon lazing by the water while the sun beats down. To help you get things started, we’ve rounded up six fun accessories and two grazing platter caterers.
Do your guests prefer shade? The Intex Canopy Island float comes with a detachable fabric sun shade, so you can enjoy being in the pool without worrying about getting sunburned. It even comes with two built-in cup holders so you can keep your drinks right next to you – what more could you want at a pool party?
Never pick up the wrong cup again. These silicone straws are sustainable and come in an assortment of bright rainbow colours, so everyone can identify their own drink easily. Comes with two cleaning brushes.
Retails for $25.80 at www.3littlepicks.com.
Made from albizia wood, this five-part server is perfect for a grazing situation. There are four segments for snacks and candy, with a dip well in the centre for sauces. You can also use it to serve up garnishes at a do-it-yourself cocktail station.
Retails for $83.95 at Crate & Barrel.
Serve up your drinks in style with this stylish enamel drink dispenser, perched atop a stand of hand-cut mango wood. Its stainless steel spigot lets your guests serve themselves easily – and you won’t even have to top up very often, thanks to its capacity of 6.5 litres.
Retails for $309.90 at Crate & Barrel.
Turn up the volume with the JBL Flip 5, a compact yet powerful speaker you can take to the poolside anytime thanks to its waterproof design. It can last up to a whopping 12 hours on a single charge, delivering nonstop hits at your party all day. Did we also mention in comes in 11 different colours?
Retails for $179 on the official JBL Shopee and Lazada platforms, and at all authorised JBL retailers.
Get a Pinterest-worthy spread from Lush Platters, a caterer who’s been specializing in artisanal grazing platters since 2018. Their menu includes house-made food like crackers and dips, salad, roasted nuts, and light bites. The aesthetics matter just as much as the taste – they decorate each platter with herbs and bright flowers, creating a centrepiece that’ll have your guests snapping away for Instagram.
Enquire at www.lushplatters.com.
If you’re a cheese lover, you’ll enjoy the variety of grazing platters from The Cheese Lads. These come in different sizes ranging from 1-2 pax to 5-8 pax, each featuring artisanal cheeses, cold cuts, fruits and dips. Our favourite? The Grand Platter, which also comes topped with natural honeycomb and pomegranate.
Enquire at www.cheeselads.com.
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Text: Melody Bay/Home & Decor