How To Decorate A Canapes, Appetizers Platter

Elevate your Canapés with leftover ingredients!

Chef Brendan’s creative video shows how to transform simple trimmings. These include cucumber, tomato, lime, and pickle. He creates a stunning “garden” arrangement on a chilled serving tile.

Key Benefits:

Perfect for entertaining: Impress your guests with a unique and delicious appetizer spread.

Creative and visually appealing: Learn to create an eye-catching presentation for your Canapés.

Affordable and easy: Use readily available ingredients you already have in your kitchen.

Platter, Tiles Or Mirrors, any clean flat surface works.

In this blog post, we’ll learn how to create a beautiful and delicious canapé platter using leftover ingredients and trimmings. Chef Brendan’s creative approach transforms simple vegetables into a visually stunning “garden” arrangement, perfect for entertaining guests.

Any large flat and water proof surface can be a great food canvas. For many years I used beveled edge mirrors and they make a dazzling surface for food displays. platters are great, so are wooden boards, large flat tiles or even glass mirrors with beveled edges.

Suggested Platter Ingredients

Cucumber; easy to shape and slice.
Tomato; great for turning tomato roses.
Lime
Pickle
Chilled serving tile, mirror or platter.
Optional: Fresh herbs (e.g., basil, parsley, cilantro)

Rockmelon and Grape Fruit Platter

Platter Decorating Ideas and Instructions

Prepare the ingredients: Wash and trim the cucumber, tomato, lime, and pickle into desired shapes. If using fresh herbs, pick the leaves and wash them thoroughly.
Assemble the platter: Arrange the cucumber slices on the chilled serving tile to create a base.
Add the tomatoes: Cut the tomatoes into thin slices. Arrange them on top of the cucumber to create a layer of color.
Create the “garden”: Slice the lime into thin wedges and arrange them around the tomatoes, resembling flower petals.
Finish with the pickle: Cut the pickle into small shapes. Try diamonds or stars. Scatter them throughout the platter to add a touch of contrast.
Optional garnishes: If desired, sprinkle fresh herbs over the platter for added flavor and visual appeal.

Platter Making Tips

Choose fresh ingredients: Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best results.
Be creative: Experiment with different shapes and colors of vegetables to create your own unique design.
Chill the platter: Serve the Canapés on a chilled platter to keep them fresh and flavorful.
Present with pride: Arrange the Canapés in a visually appealing way to enhance the overall presentation.

Grazing Platters Flavouring Ideas

Sweet and savory: For a sweet and savory combination, add a drizzle of honey. You can also try balsamic glaze on the Canapés.
Fruity flavors: Incorporate fresh fruits, like berries or citrus fruits, for a refreshing and flavorful twist.
Herbed cream cheese: Spread a layer of herbed cream cheese on the cucumber slices. Do this before assembling the Canapés. This gives a creamy and flavorful base.

H6: Conclusion

Elevate your Canapés with this simple and creative decorating technique. By using leftover ingredients and trimmings, you can create a stunning and delicious appetizer platter that will impress your guests. Experiment with different flavors and presentations to create your own unique masterpiece.