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 platter always steals the show at parties and brings the perfect rock concert vibe to any gathering.
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 creates memorable moments as friends and family gather around, sharing laughs and delicious bites.
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
Calories 340, Total Fat 22 g, Carbohydrates 18 g, Protein 14 g per serving
Save This platter is a showstopper that combines taste and style for any celebration.
Recipe FAQ
- → How can I assemble the platter in a guitar shape?
Lightly sketch a guitar outline on parchment paper or use a guitar-shaped board. Arrange cheeses for the body, cured meats for pickguard and sound hole, breadsticks as strings, and fruits and nuts to fill gaps creatively.
- → What cheeses work best for this platter?
Aged cheddar, gouda, and brie offer varied textures and flavors that complement cured meats and fresh fruits beautifully.
- → Can I make a vegetarian version?
Yes, simply omit cured meats and replace them with grilled vegetables or marinated tofu for variety and color.
- → How should I serve the fig jam and chocolate pieces?
Place fig jam in a small bowl on the platter for easy dipping, and scatter dark chocolate pieces in small clusters to balance savory flavors.
- → What drinks pair well with this platter?
Bold red wines or craft beers complement the rich cheeses, cured meats, and fresh fruits perfectly, enhancing the party vibe.