A beautifully arranged platter with cheeses, fresh fruits, and floral accents for a romantic setting.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 3.5 oz creamy brie cheese
02 - 2.8 oz aged manchego cheese, sliced
03 - 2.8 oz herbed goat cheese, shaped into small rounds
→ Fruits
04 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
05 - 1/2 cup raspberries
06 - 1/2 cup seedless red grapes
07 - 1/2 pear, thinly sliced
→ Accents & Garnishes
08 - 1/4 cup candied pecans
09 - 2 tbsp rose petal jam
10 - 2 tbsp wildflower honey
11 - 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds
12 - 2 tbsp dried apricots, sliced
13 - Edible rose petals (unsprayed, food-grade)
14 - Edible violets or pansies (optional)
→ Accompaniments
15 - 1/2 French baguette, sliced
16 - 8 to 10 thin water crackers
# Directions:
01 - Place the brie, manchego, and herbed goat cheeses spaced out on a large serving platter to allow room for additional items.
02 - Fan the halved strawberries, raspberries, seedless grapes, and pear slices around the cheeses in grouped clusters for an attractive presentation.
03 - Distribute candied pecans, sliced dried apricots, and pomegranate seeds in small clusters or within ramekins on the platter.
04 - Spoon rose petal jam and wildflower honey into small bowls or dollop directly onto the platter near the cheeses and fruits.
05 - Decorate the arrangement by tucking unsprayed edible rose petals and optional violets or pansies throughout.
06 - Position the sliced French baguette and water crackers around the edge of the platter to complete the presentation.
07 - Present the platter immediately, inviting guests to create their own combinations and enjoy.
