Vary the texture, heights, and colour for high impact
Beat the heat: if it is a particularly hot day and you are entertaining outside, split your platter contents into two trays. Store the reserve tray in the fridge and swap them out halfway through the party.
Sweet includes fruit, and Mascarpone spread onto dried figs and drizzled with honey
Think about including:
Cheeses: Burrata, Bocconcini, and Mascarpone globs on dried figs maybe with drizzle of honey or next to honeycomb. Perhaps add a Parmesan hunk for a matured cheese for depth of flavour
Veg: keep it practical and ones you can dip are best
Fruit: a mix of fresh and dried always goes down a treat!
Salty: nuts placed in clusters, olives, meats (prosciutto, salami, sorpressa)
Dips: mix it up! But think about flavours that complement your spread
Crackers: use two different types + fresh bread, which is key
Garnish: a sprig of something green goes a long way visually
For more great ideas on grazing platter tips, check out this clip from Open Homes Australian featuring Adam Swanson
