What Goes Into a Grazing Platter?
A Look Inside Our Cheese Boards
There's something undeniably special about a beautifully styled grazing platter. It brings people together, sparks conversation, and turns even the simplest get-together into something memorable.
At Gourmet Delights, every cheese board we create is thoughtfully put together — balanced in flavour, generous in portions, and designed to look as good as it tastes. From artisanal cheeses and handmade dips to fresh seasonal fruits and crunchy accompaniments, each element earns its place on the board.
If you've ever looked at a grazing platter and wondered what exactly goes into it — and why some boards just feel better than others — here's a behind-the-scenes look at how we build ours.
The Cheese — Always the Star of the Board
No cheese board is complete without great cheese, and we're quite particular about what makes it onto our platters.
Depending on the variant you choose — Starter, Deluxe, or Luxury — the cheese selection ranges from familiar everyday favourites to gourmet artisanal varieties that surprise even seasoned cheese lovers.
Some of the cheeses you'll commonly find on our grazing platters:
- Cheddar — sharp, reliable, and pairs with almost everything. The backbone of any good cheese board.
- Chilli cheese — a spicy kick that's always a crowd favourite, especially at house parties.
- Cranberry jalapeño cheese — sweet, spicy, and always a conversation starter. This is our most loved signature cheese — people ask about it every single time.
- Nutty spiced cheese — warm, fragrant, with a subtle crunch that makes it unlike anything else on the board.
- Basil pesto cheese — herbaceous and garlicky with Italian flair. The green colour makes it a visual standout too.
- Chilli garlic cheese — hot and garlicky, always a crowd pleaser for those who like bold flavours.
- Imported cheese — for those who enjoy exploring premium, aged flavours with more complexity.
- Smoked cheese — rich and warming with a campfire-like depth that lingers.
We love combining different textures and flavour profiles on every board — creamy next to sharp, mild alongside smoky, sweet balanced with spicy. That way, every bite feels a little different from the last.
Our Starter platters feature 2 cheeses, Deluxe boards include 4 varieties, and the Luxury selection offers 6 — each tier carefully curated so the cheeses complement rather than compete with each other.
Handmade Dips That Bring Everything Together
If there's one thing our customers rave about almost as much as the cheese, it's the dips.
Every dip on our grazing platters is handmade — not store-bought, not from a jar — and designed to complement both the cheeses and the accompaniments on the board.
Some of our most-loved dips:
- Classic hummus — creamy, earthy, goes with everything. Easily our most requested dip across all platter sizes.
- Yoghurt peri-peri dip — tangy with a slow-building heat that keeps you coming back.
- Salsa — tangy and spicy, perfect for adding a fresh kick between richer bites.
- Pesto — fresh, herbaceous, and beautifully green. Pairs especially well with pita and mild cheeses.
- Seasonal special spreads — we rotate these based on what's fresh and what we're excited about.
There's something incredibly satisfying about scooping up hummus with pita straight off a grazing board. It's one of those simple pleasures that just works — every single time.
Crackers, Pita & the Crunchy Bits
Texture matters more than people realise on a cheese board. Without something crunchy to carry the cheese and dips, the whole experience falls flat.
Our grazing platters include a thoughtful mix of:
- Pita bread — soft, brushed with extra virgin olive oil, perfect for dipping in hummus
- Assorted crackers — plain, buttery, herbed, or lightly salted, depending on the cheeses they'll sit alongside
- Multigrain crisps — for a healthier crunch
- Savoury bites — crostini, lavash, pretzels, and other little surprises that change from board to board
We match the crackers to the cheeses — a mild butter cracker for a strong smoked cheese, a herbed cracker for something creamy. The idea is that every cheese has the right companion alongside it.
Fresh Fruits — Seasonal, Styled & Surprisingly Important
People sometimes underestimate how much fresh fruit transforms a cheese board. It adds colour, natural sweetness, and a freshness that balances all the rich, salty elements beautifully.
Depending on the season and availability, your grazing platter might include:
- Melon balls
- Globe grapes
- Pineapple flowers
- Strawberries
- Blueberries
- Kiwi
- Mango
- Orange segments
We don't add fruit just for looks — though it certainly makes a difference. Sweet grapes paired with sharp cheddar, or tart kiwi with our cranberry jalapeño cheese, create some of the best flavour combinations on a grazing platter. These are the pairings you wouldn't think of until you try them, and then you can't imagine a board without them.
Spiced Olives & Bold Savoury Touches
Every good grazing board needs moments of bold, punchy flavour to cut through the creaminess of the cheeses and dips.
That's where olives and savoury accompaniments come in:
- Spiced olives — marinated and full of flavour, they add a Mediterranean touch to the board
- Pickled elements — tangy and refreshing, perfect palate cleansers between bites
- Savoury nibbles — little bites that add character and surprise
These aren't afterthoughts. They're what give a grazing platter its depth — the little bursts of flavour between cheese and crackers that keep you reaching for more.
Salad Sticks & Fresh Crunchy Vegetables
To keep things balanced and refreshing — especially during Delhi's warmer months — we add fresh salad sticks and crudités:
- Cucumber batons
- Carrot sticks
- Cherry tomatoes
They're light, crunchy, and pair beautifully with hummus and yoghurt dips. For guests who want something lighter between the richer elements, these are always appreciated. They also add a lovely pop of colour to the board.
Roasted Nuts & Dried Fruits for Crunch and Sweetness
There's a reason every great cheese board includes nuts and dried fruits. They fill in the gaps — both visually and in terms of flavour — and make the whole platter feel complete.
We rotate through a mix of:
- Almonds
- Cashews
- Pistachios
- Dried apricots
- Cranberries
- Raisins
Roasted almonds with aged cheese or a scoop of hummus, dried apricots with chilli cheese — these are small pairings that make a big difference. Plus, they make the platter feel fuller, more wholesome, and more indulgent without being heavy.
A Size for Every Gathering
Not every occasion calls for the same platter — a cozy date night needs something different from a big birthday celebration. That's why our grazing platters come in four sizes:
- Petite — serves 2–4 people, on a 12″ board. Perfect for intimate evenings and small get-togethers.
- Classic — serves 5–8 people, on a 14″ board. Great for casual hosting and house parties.
- Signature — serves 8–10 people, on a 16″ board. An elevated spread for larger groups.
- Grande — serves 10+ people, on a 20″ × 15″ board. A statement platter for grand occasions.
Each size is available in Starter, Deluxe, and Luxury variants — so you can choose both the size and the level of indulgence. See all our platter options here.
Customisable for Every Occasion
Beyond the standard sizes, our grazing platters and cheese boards can also be customised based on the occasion and your preferences.
Whether it's for a birthday celebration, a small gathering at home, corporate gifting, a wine evening, festive hosting, or a casual get-together with friends — the selection and styling can be tailored to suit the mood.
From the cheeses and dips to the fruits, accompaniments, and overall presentation, we try to curate each board in a way that fits the occasion perfectly.
Gluten-free and specific dietary preferences can also be accommodated on request — just let us know when you place your order.
It's More Than Just Food on a Board
For us, building a grazing platter has never been about simply arranging ingredients. It's about creating something that makes people pause, smile, and reach in.
It's about making hosting feel effortless. About giving people a reason to gather around a table. About combining flavours, textures, and colours in a way that feels generous and inviting.
Whether it's a quiet evening with close friends, a birthday celebration, a festive dinner, or a corporate event — a thoughtfully curated cheese board changes the energy of the room. We've seen it happen, every single time.
Every Bite, Thoughtfully Chosen
At Gourmet Delights, every grazing platter is built to feel fresh, abundant, and genuinely enjoyable — from the first olive to the last slice of cheese.
Artisanal cheeses. Handmade dips. Seasonal fruits. Crunchy crackers. Spiced olives. Roasted nuts, dried fruits, and little gourmet details that make each board feel special.
Because the best grazing platters? They're the ones people keep coming back to — one little bite at a time.