Easy to make. A hit at every party. 3 ways to make - wreaths or a tree! Tastes delicious
– Anonymous
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A tree shape or a wreath? A tree shape needs a large rectangular board and a wreath looks best on a circle.
Do you want a full platter with meats and cheeses, or maybe just olives and cheese?
Create a wreath shape with rosemary or use it to tuck in around ingredients on the board.
It's best to layer meats and cheese first, in clusters. Then start layering in the smallest ingredients.
Everything looks better in clusters and odd numbers in groups of 2 or 3. Cluster the same types of ingredients in 2 or 3 different places. This will balance everything visually.
Balance the textures and the colors. Put large pieces with small, soft items with hard, salty with sweet, cubes next to flat pieces, and so on.
Use small dishes to add drama, let the small bits (nuts & dried fruit) spill over slightly. Fill in the crevices.
Use a small cookie cutter and cut out cute cheese slices or salami shapes.
If not serving right away, serve crackers on the side. They can get soggy once added to the board.
Make ahead and cover with plastic wrap. Store in the fridge until ready. (Do not add crackers)