Daulter Anni - Bites on a Board

Color Matters Color can be as exciting as the food itself, and can be the foundation for your styling that gives the food an extra shot of vibrancy. Monochromatic tones have a dramatic effect. For example, if all the foods for your board are inspired by reds, the presentation should attempt to match that intention. Placing foods of various colors next to ones that are complimentary is also a food-styling basic that can take you a long way in your overall presentation.

Thrift It Shopping at thrift stores to find props for your boards and styling is a great way to go because you can find styling goodies that are usually inexpensive and quirky. You will be able to score anything from handmade ceramics to antique silver spoons to old jars and containers that cannot be found anywhere else. So take a moment to find out where your local thrift stores are located, and have a fun treasure hunting day.

Old is the New Hip Mixing antique items with modern designs gives styling a fresh perspective. For example, use enamel pieces paired with trendy feathers and crystals to give the presentation a funky spiritual vibe that is both beautiful and cutting edge. Containers found at antique shops used to hold delicate food provides a fun juxtaposition to your display.

Vessels and Textures Everything and anything can be vessels for the foods on your board layouts, and getting creative with this is the key. For example, take the label off an old soup can and give a fun feel to a handful of sweet potato fries. Use Mason jars with tape labels and old antique bowls for sauces and jams to give your styling a rustic feel. Grab an old book or a newspaper and use the pages as texture under your food display, or grab an old linen cloth to give your presentation a romantic feel. Dont be afraid to push your limits. Experiment with upcycling and use mix-matched vessels to create an artistic container for the board recipes.

Proportion When styling a food presentation, proportion matters. You dont want to have two things shaped alike placed on the board, or items that are very large next to items that are very small. You will also want to keep in mind proportion of the vessels you choose to hold your food and where they are placed on your boards.

Island Days

The Inspiration The mundaneness of life can invite a stirring within you that seeks island days with dreamy moments of warm sun, soft breezes, crystal blue waters, and delectable bites to bring about a needed recharge. The trendsetter wants beauty to drip from every plate, while keeping the food fresh, flirty, and fun. Take a trip to the islands with this board of clean foods that are beautiful and tasty. Relax into creating this board and allow yourself to be inspired by your tropical day dreams.

Styling Tips You can serve grilled pineapple as shown on the board, or create skewers from the recipe for . Whichever you choose, grill the pineapple last so it is nicely warm to compliment the cold poke salad and salty huli huli salmon. Because you could have 2 skewered items on this board, keep proportion in mind. Maybe use a tin can to hold up the huli huli salmon while the pineapple is placed on the board.