Step 1

On a large platter, arrange the items that are in a bowl (these are your dips, jam, antipasti and olives), spacing them apart from each other in a non-symmetrical pattern.

Step 2

Arrange the cheese around the bowls, also spacing them away from each other to keep things pleasing to the eyes.

Step 3

Arrange the cured meats around the bowls and cheese. You can use your hands to roll up the meat to create an aesthetically pleasing texture.

Step 4

Arrange the crackers and bread in gaps (also keeping them apart from each other).

Step 5

Fill any large gaps with fruit, and all remaining gaps with nuts.