A playful platter of stacked breads, cheeses, and veggies mimicking city skyscrapers, perfect for sharing at parties.
# Components:
→ Breads & Crackers
01 - 16 cocktail rye bread squares
02 - 16 multigrain cracker rectangles
03 - 16 breadstick segments, approximately 5 cm each
→ Cheeses
04 - 120 g aged cheddar, sliced
05 - 120 g herbed cream cheese
06 - 120 g gouda, sliced
→ Vegetables & Garnishes
07 - 1 cucumber, sliced into thin rectangles
08 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
09 - 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
10 - 2 avocados, sliced
11 - 1 small bunch chives, cut into 5 cm lengths
→ Extras
12 - 16 pitted green olives
13 - 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds
14 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
15 - Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
# Directions:
01 - Place a large platter or wooden board to serve as the cityscape foundation.
02 - Organize the cocktail rye bread squares and multigrain crackers into clusters, resembling city blocks.
03 - Stack slices of aged cheddar and gouda on select bread and crackers to build layered skyscraper structures.
04 - Spread herbed cream cheese between layers or atop stacks to secure cucumber, bell pepper, and avocado slices, adding color and height.
05 - Insert breadstick segments upright into some stacks to enhance verticality and visual impact.
06 - Decorate with halved cherry tomatoes, green olives, and chive pieces to mimic a vibrant urban skyline.
07 - Lightly drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, then sprinkle black sesame seeds, sea salt, and freshly ground pepper evenly.
08 - Present immediately, inviting guests to enjoy assembled savory bites.
