Best disposable plates according to redditors

pretty big, unfortunately

i couldn't find the exact ones, it's easier to find if you don't need the drink holder.

https://www.amazon.com/Kingsford-Cup-Holder-Plate-count/dp/B01GF21P3W

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https://www.amazon.com/Great-Plate-Piece-One-Hand-Drink/dp/B07RZNV2DQ?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&psc=1

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https://www.amazon.com/Reusable-Plastic-Paper-Plate-Holders/dp/B01FG3UK9Q/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=paper+plate+holder&qid=1563658486&s=home-garden&sr=1-5

I saved about $30, I spent about $100 and I think I should just about be good until I start putting everything together with the things I already have and realize I need something else.

table runners to match my mexican/fiesta theme https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F58D6X3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_bLmlDbW8D3B4X

Love and tacos sign with buffet markers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T2LBCGB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_dQmlDb99A939G

Paper decor hanging fans (x3) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078NQJDB1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_aMmlDbMSEENNW

waterproof LED string lights https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L2RTPS6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_1HmlDbM9P3YQX

Cake plates https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QB4S6Q4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_3MmlDbV8DV0TA

And some beautiful teal votive holders https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NKP4VRT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_7NmlDb6FN5V77

I don't know what you mean by watercoloring the edges. I think I would be concerned this watercoloring would rub off on my hands or on the food.

I echo /u/SuB2007 about the weight issue. (And the Oregonian in me has to cringe and foam) The last wedding I went to used bamboo plates and they were very strong, like these

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07LG9RG19/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

these little guys

And then there’s giant things of granola and m&ms and stuff for free in the kitchen so you can load up on snacks and get back to work 😂
Or you can pee in them like I do 😂😂😂

I got these in the silver from Amazon. No regrets. Like, they're definitely plastic plates, but they're sturdy and look nice.

i'm striving for this as well. my wedding is more of a backyard bbq, so it may be a little different than a traditional wedding. we're opting for electronic invites (through paperless post), biodegradable plates/cups/utensils (i found a great deal at a yard sale. the women used to be an eco-wedding party planner!), green burlap table runners, second-hand dress from poshmark. no plans at the moment for favors, but if we decide, we'll opt for biodegradable take-home containers so people can bring home leftovers. best of luck!

Thanks! I picked up the glasses and straws on amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B07L462KWN/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

They worked beautifully for a one-time event.

Haha yeah here: Plate Crease Pattern

We used china plates, real silverware, and mason jars (for water) for our dinner. We used these forks and these plates for cocktail hour. We used the plates as bread/salad plates during dinner and to serve dessert as well.

We also used these cups for our wine and specialty cocktail.

Bonus: we got these garbage bins that made it super easy for people to put something in recycling vs normal garbage. They also looked A LOT nicer than the white cardboard garbage, and were recyclable themselves.

All were a hit!

Soy sauce dishes

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M4JD70Y/

My venue does not allow plastic products, so this is something I've been thinking about too! I've been to other events at the venue, and they usually use palm leaves plates for events. They were sturdy! I've never had a problem with them. I was planning on using something like these plates. I don't think I've used that specific brand before, so I can't speak to the quality, but it's just an example.

I understand not wanting plastic, but even biodegradable plates will just end up in a landfill unless they are properly composted. Many items (especially the biodegradable cups and silverware) have to be composted in a proper facility. So I would look into that; you don't want your good intentions to be wasted!

Thank you! These are the disposable/compostable dishes we're using:
plates:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IDE9M76/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=IPRN5QN7CCFFH&colid=1U36PF0VNW503
cutlery:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N4VVBN8/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=I1TWF5KYOLM5WL&colid=1U36PF0VNW503

150 count. Problem solved.

Dixie Everyday Paper Plates, Dinner Plates, 10 1/16 Inch, 150 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074PY4Y8Y/

I love throwing a soiree!

If it's a lot of people, you can still get away with plastic cutlery. Otherwise, Amazon and Ikea both sell simple, inexpensive flatware sets. No one will mind that it's not real silver.

Buy small snack plates like these for serving.

As for food and drinks, since it's a Spanish language party, serve things from various Spanish-speaking countries. Tortilla chips and salsa from MX, pupusas from El Salvador, quesos from España, papas rellenas from Cuba, vinos de Argentina y Chile. Mezcal. So many possibilities.

Okay, I got to looking more, and these are super neat! Did you know they come in heart shaped? There is actually just about every size you could want,and lots of shapes too!

You can purchase plastic disposables that are intended to look similar to real ones. Here's an example pack from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Dinnerware-Plastic-Silverware-Napkins-Disposable/dp/B07LDXVRXY/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=wedding+plastic+plates&qid=1566350615&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Let's use cost as a basis for comparison, because it's about the only thing we can use, without detailed study, of total input costs of one thing versus another (all raw material and energy input costs, no recycling or reclamation costs).

A 32 piece dinnerware set from Pfaltzgraff costs $70:
https://www.amazon.com/Pfaltzgraff-Sylvia-Piece-Dinnerware-Service/dp/B01ATQJ3N4

A 44 Count (x5 - 220 total plates): costs $17.
https://www.amazon.com/Dixie-Paper-Plates-Inches-Count/dp/B008R6LO5O

Assuming a family of four, and that the total costs of the ceramic plates is just in the plates (not the cup, saucer or bowl):

Paper: 220/4 = 55 meals. $17/55 = $0.30/meal Forever.
At that rate, the Pfaltzgraff pays for itself in 234 meals.

Less than a year, assuming we only eat one meal a day. Faster otherwise.

Capital depreciation of both paper and ceramic should, in healthy economies, be included in the price of each product - otherwise the manufacturers couldn't stay in business. But considering the Amazon economy, it's possible this is distorted with debt, and hence would require a very thorough analysis of costs from start to finish.

But in a world where economies are healthy, a simple price comparison would should ceramic to be a winner. Raw math says ceramic wins in energy costs (and that cost is including packing materials).

Dixie Everyday Paper Plates, 10 1/16 Inches, 44 Count (Pack of 5) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008R6LO5O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_cXXQybTTJT6QA

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Don't stress! I'm sure that whatever you choose will be lovely. An idea, My caterer recommended using bamboo plates for our dinner plates because they are cheaper and recyclable, but look pretty.
Here is an example:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0040MJR8A/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1415515492&sr=8-2&pi=SY200_QL40

Fair enough. But he's still way off with the 100 plates/10 dollars estimate. In bulk, even cheap plastic (washable) plates would cost 80 bucks for 100. That's the sale price at 20% off. Either way, paper plates are the cheaper route.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000MJ7WYG/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1468126177&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=dinner+plates+in+bulk&dpPl=1&dpID=413xUmaDGeL&ref=plSrch

Actually just checked, I have 3 reviews now. Here is the link https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T6BVJ1D/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_yiIKDbHMT1C2S