Save A bold, show-stopping party platter inspired by rock concerts, featuring a medley of crowd-pleasing snacks, cheeses, cured meats, and crunchy bites arranged in the shape of a guitar for maximum visual impact.
This party platter has become my go-to for gatherings when I want to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. Everyone loves picking their favorites and the guitar shape always sparks fun conversations.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g aged cheddar cubed, 150 g gouda sliced, 100 g brie cut into wedges
- Cured Meats: 100 g prosciutto folded, 100 g salami sliced, 100 g chorizo sliced
- Crackers & Breads: 100 g breadsticks, 100 g assorted crackers
- Fresh Fruits: 1 bunch red grapes, 1 apple sliced, 1 pear sliced
- Vegetables & Pickles: 100 g cherry tomatoes, 1 small cucumber sliced, 50 g pickled gherkins
- Nuts & Extras: 50 g roasted almonds, 50 g walnuts, 40 g dark chocolate pieces, 2 tbsp fig jam
- Garnish: Fresh rosemary sprigs, Edible flowers (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- On a large board or platter sketch a guitar shape lightly with a pencil on parchment paper as a guide or use a guitar-shaped serving board if available
- Step 2:
- Arrange cheese cubes and wedges to form the body of the guitar
- Step 3:
- Lay out cured meats around the cheese shaping the pickguard and sound hole
- Step 4:
- Place breadsticks in straight lines to mimic guitar strings
- Step 5:
- Arrange crackers and breads along the neck of the guitar
- Step 6:
- Add fruit slices and grapes to fill in any gaps focusing on curves and edges
- Step 7:
- Scatter cherry tomatoes cucumber slices and pickles artistically around the platter
- Step 8:
- Add nuts and chocolate pieces in small clusters for variety
- Step 9:
- Spoon fig jam into a small bowl and place on the platter
- Step 10:
- Garnish with rosemary sprigs and edible flowers for a rock star touch
- Step 11:
- Serve immediately encouraging guests to pick and mix their favorites
Save This platter is perfect for family gatherings and special occasions where presentation and variety are key to delighting everyone at the table
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, Small bowls for spreads/jams, Cheese knives, Paring knife
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cheese), nuts, and gluten (bread crackers). Contains cured meats (pork). Check labels for potential allergens in crackers and processed meats
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 340, Total Fat 22 g, Carbohydrates 18 g, Protein 14 g
Save This rock star platter is sure to steal the show at your next party so get creative with arrangement and enjoy the applause
Recipe FAQs
- → What cheeses work best for this platter?
Aged cheddar, gouda, and brie offer a nice variety of textures and flavors, but feel free to substitute with your preferred firm and soft cheeses.
- → How do I arrange the elements to resemble a guitar?
Use a large board and lightly sketch the guitar shape. Position cheese clusters for the body, cured meats for sound hole and pickguard, breadsticks as strings, and crackers along the neck.
- → Can I make a vegetarian version?
Omit the cured meats and add grilled vegetables or marinated tofu to maintain variety and texture.
- → What pairings complement this platter?
Bold red wines and craft beers enhance the flavors, balancing the rich cheeses and cured meats.
- → How should I garnish the platter for extra impact?
Fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers add aromatic and visual appeal, elevating the presentation.