By a Pro: Candy Sushi | Unusual Dessert Table Food Ideas

the idea

Candy sushi platters add a bit of fun to a dessert table and will definitely get people talking

the how

Choose platter size (typically 12 / 18 / 24 / 50 up to 250 pieces)
Platters include a variety of sushi treats made with candy, gummy, sours, krispie treats, and chewy fruity snacks
Comes with chocolate & caramel dipping sauce and chopsticks

the why

This Idea

Original; guests are often impressed by, and grateful for, something new or different
Entertaining; quirky and unexpected treats are fun for guests
Surprising; unexpected treats ensure your dessert table feels fresh and exciting
Experiential; tasting strange, unconventional, or adventurous treats creates a memorable experience for party guests
Unusual; whether they love it or hate it, they certainly won’t be bored by it
Creative; adds a creative twist to familiar or everyday treats and ‘filler’ items like candy
Wow-factor; lends a fun, exciting, and innovative feel to your dessert table
Discovery; allows guests to keep discovering new and notable elements as party unfolds
Talking point; guests will discuss and share, which creates buzz and atmosphere
Photo-worthy; a great photo-op for guests to share and tag on social media
Memorable; guests remember creative, unusual, or unexpected elements
Different; a less common dessert table treat to impress guests
Bestseller; an idea that’s proved popular with many of my site’s visitors

large platter of 'sushi' made from candy

the why

variety of dessert table treats

Feeding v Entertaining; special event party food should have two objectives:
Feeding; 70% should be crowd-pleasing, familiar, and palatable ‘safe’ options intended to leave guests feeling well-fed
Entertaining; 30% should be to treat your guests, surprise them, indulge them, impress them, share experiences with them, and even help them discover new things
Unusual; 10% of that 30% should be quirky, unfamiliar, adventurous, fun treats that get people talking
Visual; 10% of that 30% should be visually arresting treats that contribute to presentation and add wow factor
Favorite things; 10% of that 30% should be treats that reflect your own personality and taste

ADVICE FROM A PRO

Matt’s tip

“I’d recommend keeping all the candy sushi together on a serving platter when you present it on your dessert table.

Much of the wow-factor comes from seeing all the different faux sushi pieces, from rolls to nigiri, (almost) passing as the real thing. Splitting them up or portioning them would just dilute the overall impression.

That said, if you’re worried about guests taking more than one, and want to communicate a suggested portion size, you could plate each piece on individual disposable tasting plates. Then just arrange all the plates together in a grid so that you still get the visual effect of seeing all the different types of candy sushi together.

Remember, while the larger platters offer a big visual spectacle, this candy sushi is all about adding a fun, quirky element to your dessert table that will create a talking point. So, don’t worry if you’re budget won’t allow for large quantities; you’ll still create a wow-factor with a smaller selection.

Note you can also get customized candy sushi made with specific colors and added logos and/or text (see pics below). Although not quite as realistic, it’s a more budget-friendly option. Check out the links below.”