Pinkies up! Whether you’re hosting a book club, planning a brunch, or having a Mother’s Day celebration, we’ve gathered the goods for an elevated teatime table service. Might we also suggest an alternative to traditional tea sandwiches? Chowgirls Catering in Minneapolis (chowgirls.net) created this shareable board made with bread and hand-rolled butter (the Chowgirls use butter from Farmhouse Kitchens Cooperative in Wisconsin). “Soft, spreadable butter creates an excellent palette for the table,” says Amy Brown, Chowgirls co-founder. “Adorn with fresh herbs, interesting spices like crushed pink peppercorns, and edible flowers to tie your color scheme into your tablescape.”

Contributing editor Shayla Owodunni, owner of The Plant Penthouse, is launching a new business that includes etiquette workshops. Check out her latest Social Heirlooms classes at socialheirlooms.com.