Rock Star Guitar Platter (Printable Version)

A bold, visually captivating guitar-shaped arrangement featuring savory cheeses, cured meats, fruits, and crunchy snacks.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz aged cheddar, cubed
02 - 5.3 oz gouda, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz brie, cut into wedges

→ Cured Meats

04 - 3.5 oz prosciutto, folded
05 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
06 - 3.5 oz chorizo, sliced

→ Crackers & Breads

07 - 3.5 oz breadsticks
08 - 3.5 oz assorted crackers

→ Fresh Fruits

09 - 1 bunch red grapes
10 - 1 apple, sliced
11 - 1 pear, sliced

→ Vegetables & Pickles

12 - 3.5 oz cherry tomatoes
13 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
14 - 1.8 oz pickled gherkins

→ Nuts & Extras

15 - 1.8 oz roasted almonds
16 - 1.8 oz walnuts
17 - 1.4 oz dark chocolate pieces
18 - 2 tablespoons fig jam

→ Garnish

19 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
20 - Edible flowers (optional)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - On a large board or platter, lightly sketch a guitar shape on parchment paper or use a guitar-shaped serving board if available.
02 - Position cheese cubes and wedges to form the body of the guitar.
03 - Place folded and sliced cured meats around the cheese, shaping the pickguard and sound hole.
04 - Lay breadsticks in straight lines to resemble guitar strings.
05 - Position assorted crackers and breads along the neck area of the guitar shape.
06 - Fill in gaps with sliced apple, pear, and red grapes, emphasizing curves and edges.
07 - Distribute cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and pickled gherkins around the platter artistically.
08 - Create small clusters of roasted almonds, walnuts, and dark chocolate pieces for variety.
09 - Spoon fig jam into a small bowl and place it on the platter.
10 - Decorate with fresh rosemary sprigs and optional edible flowers to enhance visual appeal.
11 - Serve immediately, inviting guests to select and mix their preferred items.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Crowd-pleasing medley of snacks
  • Visually impressive guitar-shaped presentation
02 -
  • Substitute cheeses and meats according to preference or dietary needs
  • For a vegetarian version, omit cured meats and add grilled vegetables or marinated tofu
03 -
  • Use a guitar-shaped board for easier assembly and serving
  • Keep fruits fresh by adding them last before serving
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