As kitchens became a place for family and friends to gather, gradually splashes of colors such as oranges, bright yellow and reds were added. With this development, it was possible to purchase accessories such as canisters, glasses, cookware and even appliances in red.

These pieces in the bright colors, especially red were considered to be accent pieces. A touch of red found in canisters, glasses, vases, creamers, sugar bowls and butter dishes were introduced to enhance any kitchen. Red butter dishes were not only included in sets of red dishes, but were also available to be purchased individually. The red butter dishes can be found online, in catalogs, stores, flea markets or vintage stores.

Some of the red butter dishes available today are the red countryside pastarol covered butter dish. This is a white butter dish with a red painted scene. It has a handle on the top for easy removal of the lid. The price is $22.99. The LeCreuset Red butter dish is stoneware and can be purchased for around $32.00. A plastic butter dish with a red base and clear top can be purchased for around $10.00 used.

Of course there are novelty butter dishes available. These red butter dishes are not only practical but also conversation pieces. Th Bordens milk tank butter dish is designed to look like a milk tank. The base is black with wheels and the top or tank part is red and there are yellow decals to be applied for words and decorations. A Little Red Riding Hood butter dish is available as well. It is a traditional butter dish in white with red trim and has Little Red Riding Hood as the handle. The price is $5.99.