How to Make the Best Fruit and Cheese Platter

Variety of cheeses: Aim for a mix of textures, shapes and strengths.

Variety of fruits (fresh or dried): Apples, pears, cherries, berries, grapes, apricots, persimmons, oranges, dates, etc.

Something salty: Olives, cornichons, mustard, cured meats or nuts.

Something sweet: Jams, fruit spreads, honey or dark chocolate

An assortment of sliced crusty bread, crackers, breadsticks, or crunchy breadsticks