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23 Food Ornaments to Make Your Christmas Tree Look Like a Buffet

Why use tinsel when you can trim the tree with pizza?
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Snowmen, creepy little Santas, and pictures of you in kindergarten are probably ornaments on your Christmas tree. Tradition is great, but there are even better options out there, like your favorite foods. Check out some eerily-realistic food ornaments, as well as fun plush ones and beautiful, hand-crafted ceramics below. They're equally perfect for holiday gift-giving or decorating your own tree—we styled ours on a tiny tabletop one from Terrain—just remember not to hang them too low, or an overzealous puppy or crawling child might try to eat it.

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    Ramen Ornament

    This one is a Tonkotsu of fun. Buy it for $19 on Sur La Table.

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    Pizza Ornament

    Give everyone a pizza your heart with a whole eight-slice pie, or just buy one for $15 on The Neighborhoods’ Etsy shop.

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    Avocado Ornament

    Avocadon't you want this on your tree? Buy it for $7 on Sur La Table.

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    4/23

    Cheese and Charcuterie Ornaments

    Salami, proscuitto, Parmesan, and provolone: dream charcuterie board lineup or Kurt Adler ornaments? Actually, both. Buy the set for $20 on Amazon.

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    Waffle Ornament

    Leslie Knope-approved waffles for your favorite Parks and Rec fan. Or treat yo' self for $16 on Terrain.

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    Garlic Ornament

    For warding off vampires and showing your love of garlic knots. Buy it for $7 on Sur La Table.

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    Lemon Ornament

    When life gives you lemon ornaments... decorate your tree. Buy it for $14 on Terrain.

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    10/23

    Holiday Cookie Ornaments

    Like the cookies your mom made, but fancier! Buy a 14-ornament set for $80 at Williams-Sonoma or an 8-ornament set for $40.

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    Oyster Mushroom Ornament

    With this ornament, your tree will be the most funghi one on the block. Buy it for $24 on Terrain.

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    Lox Bagel Ornament

    There's lox to love about this bagel ornament. Buy it for $16 on Sur La Table.

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    Copper Pot Ornament

    Can't afford real copper cookware? Buy a mini stockpot for $12 on Sur La Table. Also good for dollhouses!

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    Parmesan Ornament

    Do not try to grate this glass ornament over your pasta. Buy it for $9 on Sur La Table.

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    Coffee Ornament Set

    However you take your coffee—sweet and sugary, Percolated, hot, or French pressed—this ornament set has an option for you. Buy them all for $28 or pick one for $8 each on Creationz by Catherine’s Etsy shop.

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    Ombré Cake Ornament

    Next time your friend asks you to make an elaborate cake, present them with this ombré beauty. Buy it for $19 on Sur La Table.

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    Peapod Ornament

    Peas be with you this Christmas. Buy it for $16 on Terrain.

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    Pancakes Ornament

    Are you flipping out over this one? Buy it for $14 on Sur La Table.

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    19/23

    "Australian Yeast Paste" Ornament

    Have an Australian friend? You Vegemite want to get this for him or her. Buy it for $8 on Creationz by Catherine’s Etsy shop.

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    Junk Food Ornaments

    Can't pick between burgers, hot dogs, or pizza? You don't have to! Buy all three for $10 at Target.

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    Fig Ornament

    Buying this ornament is a figgin' great idea. Get it for $14 on Terrain.

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    Peppermint Bark Ornament

    This one is all peppermint bark, no bite. Buy it for $14 on Sur La Table.

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    Shish Kebab Ornament

    This shish is bananas, well, no, it's grilled meats and vegetables. Buy it for $20 on Terrain.

Alyse Whitney is the managing editor of Cravings by Chrissy Teigen, based in Los Angeles. She is a Korean-American adoptee who is currently tackling making homemade kimchi for the first time. She was formerly the senior food editor at Rachael Ray Every Day, an associate editor at Bon Appétit, and ... Read More
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