Step 1

Set up your board so the roses can be put into place as soon as created.  Have the rest of your supplies and foods on hand so you can assemble everything right away.

Step 2

Using a clean wine glass, place sliced meat over the rim of the glass so that it creates a layer that covers all of the rim and overlaps each other. This usually needs only 3 to 4 slices and will be the layer with the least amount of sliced meats.

Step 3

Add a second row of sliced meat so that it overlaps the first layer of meat covering the "seams" with a fresh piece of meat.

Step 4

Continue the same process for 4 to 6 layers until you are happy with the size of the rose.

Step 5

On the clean prepared board, flip the wine glass over so the meat is on the platter.  You will leave the glass in place until you have finished preparing the board.

Step 6

Around the meat roses, you will add all other ingredients.  I start with larger items first, then fill in any gaps with small pieces like grapes, chocolate, or nuts.  Use small bowls or ramekins to hold sauces or jams.

Step 7

Before serving, gently remove the wine glass to display the meat roses.