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1st Place in Magical Movie Moments
"A Dateless Bargain To Engrossing Death"
By Josie and Nic Celeste of Oakland, CA.
A Dateless Bargain to Engrossing Death is inspired by Baz Luhrmann’s 1996 masterpiece Romeo + Juliet. We find ourselves at the end of the movie were Romeo has just entered the church with a vial of poison to see Juliet whom he believes is dead. Neon crosses, church can
JUDGE'S CHOICE
"Hillbilly Picnic"
By Travis Valentine and Reed
“Hillbillies Cletus and Serita Mae always keep the fire alive, even durin’ them pesterin hot summers. Nothin says fancy like their finest red cup cutlery, grandmammys gingham, and all the fixuns for a real roadkill jamboree. A few sips of Squirrels World Famous Apple Pie Moonshine and romance is in the air (so long as the flies don’t get
BEST USE OF COLOR
"Flamingo Royale"
By Lauren Spain or Concord, CA.
“Beyond the palms and pink blooms, Flamingo Royale is a love letter to the carefree elegance of old Florida resorts. Guests are welcomed to the Pink Palace for a leisurely afternoon surrounded by tropical abundance, sparkling details, and rhinestoned monstera leaves that add a touch of glamour to the lush landscape. The result is a p
Magical Movie Moments
2nd PLACE and
PEOPLE'S CHOICE
"Jule's Apartment"
By Mia McCurdy of Seattle, WA.
“This table is a celebration of the movie “St. Elmo’s Fire,” an 80s ensemble cast classic. The gang in this movie frequent a classic bar without red check table cloths, crowded tables, and loud music. But we aren’t going there.
We are dining in Jules’ incredible apartment. There are multiple shades of pink and blue. There a
3rd PLACE
"The Pale Man's Banquet"
By Vanessa Lara and Ryan Rhodes of East Bay, CA.
“This table setting is inspired by Guillermo Del Toro’s 2006 dark fantasy, Pan’s Labyrinth. The table features a closer look at the decadent banquet table where the Pale Man sits. Though about 2 decades old, the mythical creature applies perfectly in today’s sociopolitical structure. He represents gluttony, evil, and
Freestyle
1st PLACE
“Cherub Soirée at Golden Hour”
By Dazey LaRue of San Francisco, CA
“Sweet golden cherubs bask in the flow of this efflorescence wonderland of charming roses, a plethora of florals, and ornate touches that sparkle throughout. This table setting display evokes the dreamland escape, nestled amongsty the rolling green hills of California’s central coast, that is the Madonna Inn. The heavenly de
2nd PLACE
"Scandal 77"
By Xavier Betterncourt of Sacramento, CA
“The air is thick, a heady, psychedelic soup. The sharp bite of rosemary and garlic from slow-roasted lamb colliding with sweet, heavy fog of Nag Champa. We are suspended in a 1977 Marrakech fever dream; the half tab you took pull at the edges of reality, turning the candlelight into liquid gold. Rigid etiquette is not welcome here, only
3rd PLACE
"Merry Kitschmas"
By Jake Taylor of Seattle, WA
“Merry Kitschmas is a maximalist holiday daydream. Every detail has been selected to bring extreme levels of sparkle and festivity. It’s Grandma’s Christmas Dinner table scape with the volume all the way up! The table is made up of both vintage and contemporary pieces that come together in a whimsical and delightful commitment to the bit. The
Dining Through The Decades
1st PLACE
"Dining Cheek to Cheek"
By Cate Nelson of Petaluma, CA
“This table, titled “Dining Cheek To Cheek” makes a nod towards the venue, San Francisco’s Old Mint, with the gold and silver trimmings, while also remarking on the wealth disparity of the 1930s. Not unlike today, the 1930s was a time when the social fabric was at once full of despair AND of hope. The country saw the end of Prohibition
2nd PLACE
"Desert Rose Paradise"
By Lucia Villasana of Fairfield, CA
“Dining among the Desert Roses of the 70s created an ambience for any season and Family celebration. The sweet roses in shades of pink handpainted with leaves of olive Green and shining porcelain in the backdrop will serve up food of the 70s that gathered family and friends for any feast of the year. The menu will be inspired by m
2026 ITSC Categories
Dining Through The Decades
Dining Through The Decades
Dining Through The Decades
Design a table inspired by a specific decade with period-correct details. Showcase family heirlooms or flaunt your antique collections. This category is about paying homage to the table setters that came before us and about Inspiring the next generation after us.
Magical Movie Moments
Dining Through The Decades
Dining Through The Decades
Bring the magic of the silver screen to life in the Magical Movie Moments category. Reimagine an iconic scene from film history and translate it into a table setting worthy of its own close-up. Set the stage, capture the atmosphere, and let your table tell a story that’s ready for the camera.
Freestyle
Dining Through The Decades
Freestyle
Unleash your imagination and creativity with no limits. This is your opportunity to design a table setting inspired by any theme you choose, from timeless elegance to bold, avant-garde expression. Showcase your unique style, innovative techniques, and eye for detail as you transform an ordinary table into an unforgettable visual experience.