This is for the host who believes the serving dish should be in on the joke.

Maison Balzac’s Prawn Cocktail Platter turns a party classic into a small piece of table theatre, with a glass prawn detail that stays put long after the last bite disappears. Made entirely from borosilicate glass, its shallow bowl and raised silhouette give seafood, snacks or something sweet a little ceremony. At 12 cm high and 19 cm across the mouth, it has presence without taking over the table.

A witty hostess gift for someone who likes their serveware useful, considered and just a touch unexpected.