# Components:
→ Olives
01 - 3.5 oz green olives, pitted
02 - 3.5 oz black olives, pitted
03 - 3.5 oz Kalamata olives, pitted
→ Cheeses
04 - 2.8 oz feta cheese, cubed
05 - 2.8 oz Manchego cheese, cubed
→ Fresh Vegetables & Garnishes
06 - 1 small cucumber, sliced into rounds
07 - 6 cherry tomatoes, halved
08 - 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
09 - 1 small bunch fresh parsley
→ Accompaniments
10 - 1 small baguette, sliced
11 - 1.8 oz roasted almonds
12 - 1.8 oz stuffed grape leaves (dolmas)
→ Decorative Elements
13 - A few edible flowers (optional)
14 - 1 small bowl extra virgin olive oil, for dipping
# Method:
01 - On a large platter or board, outline and fill the shape of a dove using the variety of olives, referencing a simple bird silhouette.
02 - Place the feta and Manchego cheese cubes near the wings area of the dove to provide contrast and texture.
03 - Use cucumber slices and halved cherry tomatoes to highlight the tail and beak sections, adding freshness and color.
04 - Arrange thinly sliced red bell peppers and stuffed grape leaves around the dove for decorative variety.
05 - Scatter small bunches of fresh parsley and optional edible flowers for a vivid, peaceful presentation.
06 - Place baguette slices and roasted almonds in separate small bowls or arrange them around the platter.
07 - Set a small bowl of extra virgin olive oil nearby to be used for dipping.
