Simple Platter Ideas

The most fun part of creating a DIY grazing platter is getting creative. Think outside the box for your platter. There are so many ways to create cute and corky simple platters! Whether it’s a Christmas grazing table or a dessert grazing platter, here are great grazing station ideas that will bring your simple platter to life for any occasion.

Begin by choosing the right platter size for your event. Consider the number of guests you will be having when choosing your board. Long thin wooden boards are perfect for small groups, they are also great for separating meats from vegetables at your grazing station. Large round or rectangular shaped platters are great for larger groups and serving several options on one plate.

You can get creative with your board by strategically adding pops of color throughout the platter. Spread items around the board to create a spread that will be appealing to the eye. Also, have an idea of what items work best next to each other on the platter. We suggest beginning with cheeses, then following with meats and charcuterie, and then adding dips with vegetables nearby. Use fruits and vegetables to fill the gaps on your grazing platter and spread them throughout the platter for color and presentation purposes. Use additional empty space on your platter to add in crackers, chocolate, or whatever else you would like to add. Olives, nuts, chocolates, and fruits are a few of the best additions for a grazing plate, they offer visual appeal and they’re delicious! Look for nice garnishes to include on your plate, just to make it a little prettier. Setting up your grazing plate like this is simple, fun, and delicious. Creating a grazing platter can be simple and easy, but if you feel like you don’t have the eye for a DIY platter, consider looking up places that offer catered grazing platters in Brisbane or in your neighborhood.

Grazing Table Menus  

Creating your grazing table menu can be fun and easy. Consider what the occasion is and who you are serving. Also, consider any diet preferences that your guest or co-workers may have. You may want to create several different menus based on a theme, food preferences, or flavors. Create a delicious vegetarian platter or a savory meat based platter, or sweeten things up with a well put-together dessert table. Get corporate catering services in Brisbane from Art of Catering and delight your colleagues and bosses with a well-deserved treat. You may also consider ordering dinner catering in Brisbane.  Here are a few ideas to consider on your grazing table menu.  

Dessert Table Menu

Providing a variety of choices that cater to many pallets is a major key to your dessert table menu, especially in the workplace. A dessert table in Brisbane considers guests who may have a taste for chocolate, caramel, and hazelnut, as well as those guests who prefer a fresh and fruity flavor. Consider a variety of choices, perhaps consider having a mousse as well as a tart, cakes, and fresh fruit. Cheese is also a great addition to a dessert platter. Here are some suggestions for dessert options to consider:

• Fresh raspberries, strawberries, and seasonal fruits  – Great for adding color to your platter.
• Salted caramel
• Coconut yogurt (consider other flavors as well)
• Flavored cheesecakes
• Variety of colors and fruit tarts

Mediterranean Feast Grazing Station

Think outside the box when you are creating your finger food catering in Brisbane. A Mediterranean themed grazing station is unique and it comes with many options. A Mediterranean feast can have several choices of meats, or it can be vegetarian-friendly. It’s your choice! Here are some menu items to consider for your Mediterranean grazing station.

• Bruschetta
• Cured meats
• A variety of dips
• A selection of vegetables
• A choice of dried and fresh fruits

Asian Inspiration Grazing Station

Get inspired by Asian culture with a fusion of finger foods in a unique delightful grazing station. Asian food is rich in flavor cultures, it offers many options for your grazing station.  Try some of these ingredients at your Asian inspired grazing station:

• Rice paper rolls
• Assorted sushi & sashimi
• Wonton cups
• Tofu
• Shrimp, duck, and exotic meats

Sweet Treats Grazing Station  

A splash of sweetness and delectability is a great way to set up a grazing station. Consider using some of these ingredients at your sweet treats station:

• Red velvet cupcakes
• Fruit skewers
• Assorted cookies
• Fresh fruit

Add Cheese To Any Station

Cheese is a great addition to just about any grazing platter, whether it’s a sweet or savory plate, cheese offsets tastes and makes great fillers on a platter.

Grazing Platter Shopping List

If you’re thinking of creating your own grazing platter you may want to consider some of these ingredients. Be sure to get some grazing platter boards while you are out shopping, consider different sized boards depending on the size of your guests. Here are some ideas:

• A variety of cheeses
• An assortment of charcuterie
• Fruits
• Vegetables
• Pickles and olives
• An assortment of crackers
• Nuts
• Dips and   

Vegetarian Grazing Platter

When you’re creating a grazing platter for the office you’ll need to consider the eating preferences and dietary requirements of the staff. Be sure to ask about food allergies and any other food preferences such as vegan or vegetarian needs. Always include a vegetables only section on your grazing platter. If you’re considering ordering a vegetarian grazing platter in Brisbane, Art Of Catering is happy to meet your needs. We’ve also shared some ideas for your next office lunch. If you’re interested in making a vegetarian grazing platter we suggest you include the following:

• Artichoke
• Breadsticks
• A variety of nuts
• Brocolli
• Olives
• Vegan cheese
• Red grapes
• A variety of fruit

DIY grazing platters can be fun, but for convenience and excellent service, we suggest leaving it to the professionals. Consider Art of Catering for all of your grazing table needs.

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