Teaneck—After a beautiful seder, where everyone has had a chance to enjoy the multitude of divrei Torah, the four cups of wine make everyone quite ready for a little rest before getting up for shul in just a few hours. But before sleep, the table has to be cleared and dishes must be washed. What can be done to help mitigate the chore, without detracting from the aesthetic beauty of the Seder?

Many prefer to avoid paper plates on Pesach due to the risk of ingesting of kitniyot-based coatings. While individuals should speak with their rabbi to determine what types of plates to use for their needs, the options for plastic plates are as varied as one can imagine. Choices range from the classic, solid color hard plastic, to octagonal shaped plates, and even plastic plates that are barely identifiable as disposable (and grandmothers across New Jersey will insist on washing these lovely plates, which pretty much defeats the purpose of using plastic.)

Amazing Savings has become a hub for anyone looking to spruce up their disposable place settings. The rainbow of plastic plates, bowls, cups, and cutlery seem to shout out “spring is here!” While Party City stores may still have even more of a color variety, Party City plates cost $13.99 for 50 dinner plates, while Amazing Savings charges $7.99 for 50.

For plastic that looks almost real, both Costco and Amazing Savings can help the shopper find what they need. With either a bone china, crystal appearance or a faux silver rim, guests will do a double take when they see their dishes. For the finishing touch, add stainless steel-looking plastic flatware for a beautiful Pesach table setting. The Costco set comes with dessert plates and dinner plates. Bowls are available at Amazing Savings.

Amazing Savings also has a whole line of silver-looking Seder table options. Called “Silver Spoons and More,” this company provides faux silver disposables in everything from plastic flatware, to small appetizer forks and spoons, and even goblets and kiddush cups. Each person can have their own (almost) silver kiddush cup. At $2.99 for 8, why not? Even young children can feel like grownups, and be included in the mitzvah, when their little 2 oz. kiddush cups sell for $2.99 for 24. Again, please stop Bubbie from washing them.

For those who feel that disposable goods might detract from the look and feel of Yom Tov, these lines of plates and cutlery serve to enhance everyone’s enjoyment by setting the table with a colorful, elegant, or decorative appearance. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by the prospect of standing at the sink for hours after the Seder, hosts and hostesses can feel reassured by the fact that the table will still be set nicely, and the clean-up will be a breeze.

By Jenny Gans