Step 1

Select the platter or board with size and amount needed for your group. Have handy a variety of small bowls and plates. Loosely map out where everything will be located on the platter.

Step 2

Make the dips the anchor by swirling them in similar-sized plates or bowls. Place them on the platter in a balanced way; one on each side, for example.

Step 3

Arrange vegetables around the dips. Add groupings of the other items to fill the platter until the entire surface is covered. Fill in empty spaces with more pita chips or little piles of nuts and dried fruit.

Step 4

Drizzle olive oil over the dips. Brush olive oil on the vegetables to give them some glisten and prevent dryness.

Step 5

Dust spices over the dips and vegetables, tuck in herb bunches for color, and serve.