Serving Trays
Coffee with a biscuit, tea for visitors or drinks on the balcony: a Dutch serving tray brings a touch of Holland to every table. Here you'll find trays with classic Dutch designs, from Delft Blue windmills and colourful tulip fields to masterpieces by Van Gogh, Vermeer and Rembrandt. Most are made of light, sturdy melamine and come in small, medium and large sizes, which makes them practical at home and an affordable souvenir that's easy to pack in your suitcase.
Serving trays from Holland: Dutch hospitality, served
Visit a Dutch home and the coffee will almost certainly arrive on a tray: two cups, a little milk jug, the sugar bowl and, of course, the biscuit tin. Old Dutch etiquette even said you should use a tray for just one or two cups, carried on the left hand so the right hand was free to set everything down neatly. The rules may have relaxed, but a good serving tray still turns an ordinary cup of coffee into a small occasion.
De Holland Winkel has been selling Dutch souvenirs and gifts since 2002. In this category we've gathered our favourite serving trays, each with a design that instantly says Holland.
Which serving trays can you choose from?
Delft Blue trays
Classic blue-and-white patterns with windmills, Kinderdijk, birds and florals. They match Delft Blue tableware perfectly and give any coffee table an instant Dutch feel.
Tulips and Dutch scenes
Cheerful trays with tulip fields in green, pink and orange, a colourful village, kissing couples, old Dutch tiles and the canals of Giethoorn.
Art and museum designs
Van Gogh's Sunflowers, Almond Blossom and Starry Night, Vermeer's Milkmaid and Girl with a Pearl Earring, Rembrandt's Night Watch and colourful work by Mondrian and Maria Sibylla Merian. A masterpiece you can actually use.
Flowers, seasons and spoon holders
Small trays with spring flowers, daffodils, blossom, butterflies and even a festive Christmas design. You'll also find handy spoon holders for next to the hob or coffee machine.
Small tray or large tray?
A small serving tray is ideal for two cups of coffee and a biscuit, as a stand for a teapot, or as a catch-all for jewellery and keys. For a full pot of tea, a few glasses or snacks with drinks, choose a medium or large tray. Many designs come in several sizes, so you can easily put together a matching set.
Because most of our trays are made of melamine, they are light, strong and far less fragile than ceramic. That makes a melamine tray one of the easiest Dutch souvenirs to take home in your luggage or to send to friends and family abroad.
A practical and affordable Dutch gift
A pretty tray doesn't have to be expensive. The smaller sizes cost just a few euros, so they're also a great choice when you want to bring something back for several people.
- ✓For coffee lovers: pair a tray with a couple of mugs and a pack of stroopwafels for the full Dutch coffee moment.
- ✓For travellers: a flat, lightweight keepsake that fits in any suitcase.
- ✓For art lovers: a Van Gogh or Vermeer to use every day, not just to admire.
- ✓For businesses: a useful, recognisably Dutch corporate gift for international guests and partners.
Frequently asked questions about serving trays
What are the serving trays made of? +
Most trays in this category are made of melamine, a light and durable plastic that's easy to clean. A few items, such as some of the spoon holders, are ceramic. The material is always listed on the product page.
How do I clean a melamine tray? +
Simply wipe it with a damp cloth or wash it by hand in warm, soapy water. That keeps the print looking its best for longer. Melamine is not suitable for the microwave or oven.
Do you ship serving trays abroad? +
Yes. We ship within the Netherlands and worldwide. Because the trays are light and flat, they are one of the easiest Dutch gifts to send to friends and family in other countries.
Can I order trays in larger quantities? +
Certainly. Looking for trays for a hotel, an event or as a corporate gift? Visit our B2B page or email info@hollandwinkel.nl.
Can I add a personal message? +
Yes, we'll include a free card with your message. Want the gift beautifully wrapped? Choose one of our gift wrapping options.
Complete your Dutch coffee table
Found your favourite tray? Our shop has thousands of Dutch souvenirs and gifts to go with it. Pair it with a few mugs, some Delft Blue tableware or a pack of genuine stroopwafels.