Directions

1. Choose a large board or platter and small bowls for wet items.
2. Place cheeses first, spacing soft and firm cheeses apart.
3. Fold or shingle cured meats around the cheeses.
4. Add bowls of olives, pickles, jam, mustard, or honey.
5. Fill open spaces with crackers, bread, fruit, dried fruit, and nuts.
6. Add serving knives and spoons.
7. Garnish lightly with herbs if desired.
8. Serve at room temperature, replenishing crackers as needed.