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Gifts for The Host | Serveware, Platters & Dinnerware

Serveware and tableware for the person who's always having people over.

Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Black or White Dinner Plate Set of 4 - Lighting.co.za
Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Black or White Dinner Plate Set of 4 - Lighting.co.za

Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Black or White Dinner Plate Set of 4

R 1,049.00 - R 1,049.00
R 1,049.00
R 1,049.00 - R 1,049.00
R 1,049.00

Based on the Japanese process called Kintsugi of fixing broken pottery with golden lacquer. These beautiful dinner plates are available in black an...

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Nova Black Apex Bowl 25.5 cm Set of 3 - Lighting.co.za
Nova Black Apex Bowl 25.5 cm Set of 3 - Lighting.co.za

Nova Black Apex Bowl 25.5 cm Set of 3

R 929.00 - R 929.00
R 929.00
R 929.00 - R 929.00
R 929.00

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Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Black or White Starter Plate Set of 4 - Lighting.co.za
Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Black or White Starter Plate Set of 4 - Lighting.co.za

Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Black or White Starter Plate Set of 4

R 829.00 - R 829.00
R 829.00
R 829.00 - R 829.00
R 829.00

Based on the Japanese process called Kintsugi of fixing broken pottery with golden lacquer. These beautiful dinner plates are available in black an...

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Nova Black Apex Bowl 21 cm Set of 3 - Lighting.co.za
Nova Black Apex Bowl 21 cm Set of 3 - Lighting.co.za

Nova Black Apex Bowl 21 cm Set of 3

R 639.00 - R 639.00
R 639.00
R 639.00 - R 639.00
R 639.00

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Nova Cuisine Fine Weave Placemat 30 x 41 cm Set of 12 - Placemat - Lighting.co.za
Nova Cuisine Fine Weave Placemat 30 x 41 cm Set of 12 - Placemat - Lighting.co.za

Nova Cuisine Fine Weave Placemat 30 x 41 cm Set of 12

R 559.00 - R 559.00
R 559.00
R 559.00 - R 559.00
R 559.00

Elevate your table setting with the refined texture and contemporary colour palette of the Nova Cuisine Fine Weave Placemat. Available as a...

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Broad Weave Placemat 30 x 41 cm Set of 12 - Placemat - Lighting.co.za
Broad Weave Placemat 30 x 41 cm Set of 12 - Placemat - Lighting.co.za

Broad Weave Placemat 30 x 41 cm Set of 12

R 559.00 - R 559.00
R 559.00
R 559.00 - R 559.00
R 559.00

Dress your table with effortless natural warmth using the Nova Cuisine Broad Weave Placemat. Available as a set of 12 in two complementary ...

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Scanpan Classic Tomato/Cheese Knife - 14cm - Cheese Knives - Lighting.co.za
Scanpan Classic Tomato/Cheese Knife - 14cm - Cheese Knives - Lighting.co.za

Scanpan Classic Tomato/Cheese Knife - 14cm

R 0.00 - R 0.00
R 0.00
R 539.00
R 539.00 - R 539.00
R 539.00

A good cheese knife shouldn't need explaining; the Scanpan Classic Tomato/Cheese Knife - 14cm makes its case with considered, working construction....

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Nova Black Apex Plate 16.5 cm Set of 6 - Lighting.co.za
Nova Black Apex Plate 16.5 cm Set of 6 - Lighting.co.za

Nova Black Apex Plate 16.5 cm Set of 6

R 499.00 - R 499.00
R 499.00
R 499.00 - R 499.00
R 499.00

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LIND DNA Corduroy Leather Table Mat Curved Large - Lighting.co.za
LIND DNA Corduroy Leather Table Mat Curved Large - Lighting.co.za

LIND DNA Corduroy Leather Table Mat Curved Large

R 499.00 - R 499.00
R 499.00
R 499.00 - R 499.00
R 499.00

Bring refined Scandinavian texture and timeless simplicity to your table with the LIND DNA Corduroy Leather Table Mat. Defined by its soft ...

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Nupo Recycled Leather Rectangle Table Mat Large 45 x 35 cm - Lighting.co.za
Nupo Recycled Leather Rectangle Table Mat Large 45 x 35 cm - Lighting.co.za

Nupo Recycled Leather Rectangle Table Mat Large 45 x 35 cm

R 499.00 - R 499.00
R 499.00
R 499.00 - R 499.00
R 499.00

Bring clean Scandinavian elegance to your dining table with the LIND DNA Nupo Leather Rectangle Table Mat. Generously sized and beautifully minimal...

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LIND DNA Nupo Recycled Leather Table Mat 44 x 37 cm - Lighting.co.za
LIND DNA Nupo Recycled Leather Table Mat 44 x 37 cm - Lighting.co.za

LIND DNA Nupo Recycled Leather Table Mat 44 x 37 cm

R 499.00 - R 499.00
R 499.00
R 499.00 - R 499.00
R 499.00

Elevate your table setting with the LIND DNA Nupo Leather Table Mat — a beautifully crafted example of Scandinavian minimalism that brings ...

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Nova Black Apex Bowl 14 cm Set of 6 - Lighting.co.za
Nova Black Apex Bowl 14 cm Set of 6 - Lighting.co.za

Nova Black Apex Bowl 14 cm Set of 6

R 489.00 - R 489.00
R 489.00
R 489.00 - R 489.00
R 489.00

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Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Black or White Round Serving Board - Platter - Lighting.co.za
Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Black or White Round Serving Board - Platter - Lighting.co.za

Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Black or White Round Serving Board

R 399.00 - R 399.00
R 399.00
R 399.00 - R 399.00
R 399.00

Based on the Japanese process of Kintsugi of fixing broken pottery with golden lacquer, this beautiful large platter is made from high-quality fine...

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Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Black or White Rectangular Serving Board - Platter - Lighting.co.za
Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Black or White Rectangular Serving Board - Platter - Lighting.co.za

Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Black or White Rectangular Serving Board

R 399.00 - R 399.00
R 399.00
R 399.00 - R 399.00
R 399.00

Based on the Japanese process of Kintsugi of fixing broken pottery with golden lacquer, this beautiful large platter is made from high-quality fine...

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Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Serving Plate with Wooden Handle - Lighting.co.za
Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Serving Plate with Wooden Handle - Lighting.co.za

Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Serving Plate with Wooden Handle

R 349.00 - R 399.00
R 349.00 - R 399.00
R 349.00 - R 399.00
R 349.00

Inspired by the ancient Japanese art of Kintsugi — the practice of repairing broken pottery with gold to celebrate imperfection and resilience — th...

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Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Black or White Dinner Large Bowl - Lighting.co.za
Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Black or White Dinner Large Bowl - Lighting.co.za

Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Black or White Dinner Large Bowl

R 299.00 - R 299.00
R 299.00
R 299.00 - R 299.00
R 299.00

Based on the Japanese process called Kintsugi of fixing broken pottery with golden lacquer. These beautiful dinner plates are available in black an...

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Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Black or White Dinner Small Bowl - Lighting.co.za
Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Black or White Dinner Small Bowl - Lighting.co.za

Nicolson Russell Kintsugi Black or White Dinner Small Bowl

R 229.00 - R 229.00
R 229.00
R 229.00 - R 229.00
R 229.00

Based on the Japanese process called Kintsugi of fixing broken pottery with golden lacquer. These beautiful dinner plates are available in black an...

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Host

What's a good gift for someone who loves to entertain?

A serving platter, a set of napkin rings, or a cheese knife set all make thoughtful gifts for a host, adding polish to the table without being overly formal.

What's the difference between buffetware and dinnerware?

Buffetware is designed for serving and displaying food at a spread or self-serve table, while dinnerware refers to the plates, bowls and settings used at each place.

Is a platter a versatile gift for a host?

Yes, a good platter works for cheese boards, starters or desserts, making it one of the more flexible serveware gifts available.

Can I order The Host gifts online in South Africa?

Yes, The Host gifts are stocked online at Lighting.co.za, with delivery available across South Africa.

What's a good gift to pair with a set of napkin rings?

Placemats or a matching platter pair well with napkin rings, building toward a coordinated table setting as a larger gift.

Do you stock cheese knives as part of this collection?

Yes, cheese knives are included, a practical gift for anyone who hosts cheese boards or platters regularly.

Are dinnerware sets sold with matching pieces?

This varies by product, so check the individual listing at Lighting.co.za to confirm what's included in a specific set.

Do you deliver The Host gifts nationwide across South Africa?

Yes, The Host gifts ship nationwide across South Africa.

The Host

At Lighting.co.za, shop for the host who's always got people around the table. This collection brings together platters, buffetware, dinnerware, napkin rings, placemats and cheese knives, the pieces that make entertaining feel effortless.

Whether they're setting a formal table or laying out a casual spread, these gifts help a natural host do what they do best, with nationwide delivery across South Africa.

Lighting.co.za is a leading South African online lighting and décor store, also offering curated home, kitchen and lifestyle essentials for stylish, contemporary living, with nationwide delivery across South Africa.

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