Sharing Platters & Grazing Tables

Our Platters and Grazing Tables are designed to bring people together — filled with fresh, delicious ingredients and beautifully styled to suit any occasion. Whether you’re hosting an intimate gathering or a large celebration, we’ll create a stunning display that’s as impressive as it is effortless.

A rustic wooden table laden with assorted charcuterie boards featuring a variety of cheeses, fruits, vegetables, crackers, and cured meats. The boards are decorated with fresh produce like strawberries, grapes, apple slices, carrot sticks, and celery, alongside dips and spreads. The setup is outdoors with a natural stone wall background.

Grazing Platters

Platter Delivery


Our platters are freshly prepared in our kitchen and beautifully presented on wooden boards. They arrive in protective boxes designed to fit most standard-sized fridges for easy storage before your event.

You can remove the boards from their boxes and arrange them yourself to create your own grazing table. Alternatively, we can arrive before your event to set up the platters for you, complete with styling equipment and fresh foliage.

All platters are ready to serve and can be placed directly onto your table for a quick and effortless setup.

Platter Set up & Styling


A Grazing Table set up with Platters is the perfect catering option when you need a quick and effortless setup. We can create a simple and elegant flat lay, or elevate your display with apple crates, wooden slices, bamboo candles, and fresh foliage for a beautifully styled presentation.

Each setup includes cheese accessories and chutney spoons, ensuring your table is ready to impress your guests. You also have the option to add palm plates, cutlery, and napkins for a completely stress-free catering experience.

Allergies/Dietary Requirements


We offer a wide variety of platter options to suit all dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free selections. If required, we can also provide allergy signage for each platter to ensure your guests are well informed.

Please note that while we take great care to avoid cross-contamination, our kitchen is not a gluten- or nut-free environment. Therefore, we may not be able to accommodate guests with severe allergies or intolerances.

Platter

Sample Menus

    • Patisserie Platters

    • Topped Bagels

    • Granola, Greek Yoghurt & Honey Pots

    • Overnight Oat Pots

    • Seasonal Fresh Fruit & Berries Platter

    • Topped Bagels

    • Selection of Sandwiches or Rolls

    • Cheese Platter

    • Cheese & Charcuterie Platter

    • Somerset Ploughman’s

    • Vegan Mezze

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Artisan Breads & Butter

    • Crudités & Houmous

    • Mixed Sweet Platter

    • Scones Platter

    • Cookies

    • Topped Brownies

    • Fresh Seasonal Fruit & Berries

A cheese and fruit platter with honey, crackers, and nuts on a wooden table.
A large cheese and fruit platter with crackers on a marble kitchen island, with a dining area and outdoor balcony overlooking a green landscape in the background.
A large table displays an assortment of cheeses, fruits, and spreads, including grapes, strawberries, figs, and blackberries, along with jars of preserves or honey, arranged in an organized and decorative manner.
Long wooden table with assorted party appetizers, surrounded by chairs, in a cozy decorated room with hanging light fixtures and autumn-themed foliage overhead.
A wooden kitchen table set with two cheese and fruit boards, vegetables, bread, and dips. The background features a stainless steel stove and kitchen counter.
A table filled with various appetizers including smoked salmon bagel bites topped with dill and lemon, assorted mini sandwiches with pickles, small bowls of dip, fresh vegetable sticks with dip, and salads with greens, bacon, and cheese.
A long outdoor table filled with a variety of gourmet appetizers, including fresh vegetables, cheeses, fruits, and crackers.
Assortment of assorted cookies, brownies, cupcakes, fresh strawberries, cherries, raspberries, blackberries, macarons, and other small desserts on a decorated table.
A long wooden table with an array of colorful desserts and fruit, set near large windows overlooking a river and bridge, with an urban cityscape in the background.

Grazing Tables

Grazing Tables


Grazing Tables are ideal for larger gatherings of 30 guests or more. We will arrive with your food and beautifully arrange it on the table(s) you provide. As we don’t require access to kitchen facilities, this catering style is perfect for a wide range of venues and locations.

Depending on the size of your event, a full Grazing Table setup can take a couple of hours to complete. If you’re working with limited time and need a quicker setup, our Grazing Table with Platters option is the perfect solution — offering the same delicious experience with a faster turnaround.

Platter Set up & Styling


A Grazing Table setup can be created as a simple and elegant flat lay, or elevated with apple crates, wooden slices, bamboo candles, and fresh foliage for a beautifully styled presentation.

Each setup includes cheese accessories and chutney spoons, ensuring your table is ready to impress your guests. You also have the option to add palm plates, cutlery, and napkins for a completely stress-free catering experience.

Allergies/Dietary Requirements


We can create dedicated sections of your Grazing Table to cater for a variety of dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free.

Please note that while we take great care in handling all food, there is a higher risk of cross-contamination with a Grazing Table compared to individual platters. Our kitchen is not a gluten- or nut-free environment, and as such, we may not be able to accommodate guests with severe allergies or intolerances.

A large outdoor charcuterie and cheese board with various cheeses, fruits, crackers, dips, and other snacks, decorated with flowers and greenery.
A kitchen island filled with an assortment of finger foods, fruits, vegetables, and desserts, decorated with green foliage and two vases with greenery, in a brightly lit modern space with hanging lanterns and a spiral slide in the background.
A large spread of assorted fruits, desserts, and snacks arranged on a white kitchen counter, with a living room in the background. The display includes strawberries, grapes, berries, sliced melons, mini cupcakes, cookies, and small jars of preserves,
A colorful buffet table with various fruits, cheeses, crackers, and spreads at an outdoor event. In the background, there are people and greenery.
A large platter of assorted cheeses, fruits, vegetables, crackers, and dips on a kitchen island with green foliage decorations.
A long table filled with an assortment of decorated cookies, chocolates, and fresh berries, set up for a celebration in a decorated event hall with white chairs covered in white cloth and gold sashes.
Tofu, cheese, fruits, and crackers on a buffet table with greenery and white curtains in the background.
Charcuterie and cheese platter with fresh fruits, vegetables, crackers, and herbs on a wooden table, decorated with greenery.
A long table with a white tablecloth features assorted appetizers, cheeses, fruits, and pastries, decorated with greenery in a room with wooden wall paneling and ornate white ceiling details.
Buffet table with assorted fruits, vegetables, cheeses, and bread inside a bright room with large glass doors leading outside to a garden.
Buffet table with assorted fruits, cheeses, and snacks set in a rustic event space with tables and chairs in the background.
Arranged food platter on a blue table with fruit, cheese, crackers, bread, and garnishes, next to a window in a bright room.
A large wooden platter with assorted fruits such as strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, green and black olives, fig halves, and apricots on a decorative paper lining. Surrounding the platter are multiple breaded and fried eggs wrapped in ground

Grazing Table

Sample Menus

  • Selection of Patisseries

    • Croissants & Preserves

    • Pain au Chocolat

    • Pain au Raisin

    • Pecan & Walnut Plaits

    • Waffles/Pancakes

    • Banana Bread

    Topped Bagels

    • Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese with Dill & Capers

    • Pastrami, Swiss Cheese, Mustard & Gherkins

    • Mozzarella, Sun Blushed Tomatoes, Rocket & Pesto.

    Accompaniments

    • Granola, Greek Yogurt with Honey Pots

    • Fresh Seasonal Fruits & Berries

    • Edible Flowers (Seasonal)

  • Cheese & Charcuterie

    • A selection of British Artisan Cheeses

    • The Real Cure, Dorset Charcuterie

    Ploughman’s

    • Handcrafted Somerset Scotch Eggs

    • Pork Pies

    • Sausage Rolls

    Antipasti

    • Olives, Cornichons, Baby Onions & Piquante Peppers

    • Crudités & Houmous

    • Falafels

    • Fresh & Dried Fruits, Nuts

    Accompaniments

    • Crackers & Chutney

    • Artisan Breads & Farmhouse Butters

    • Gluten Free Breads & Crackers (on request)

  • Selection of Sandwiches

    Choose from;

    • Wiltshire Cured Ham & Mustard

    • British Roast Beef, Rocket & Horseradish

    • Coronation Chicken & Salad Leaves

    • Smoked Salmon, Cream Cheese & Dill

    • Tuna & Cucumber

    • Prawn Mayonnaise

    • Dill Cream Cheese & Cucumber (V)

    • Egg Mayo & Cress (V)

    • Somerset Cheddar & Chutney (V)

    • Coronation Chickpea (Ve)

    Ploughmans

    • Handcrafted Somerset Scotch Eggs

    • Pork Pies

    • Sausage Rolls

    Sweet

    • Homemade Scones with Clotted Cream & Jam

    • Mini Victoria Sandwiches

    • Lemon Drizzle Loaves

    • Mini Cupcakes

    • Triple Chocolate Brownies

    • Millionaires Shortbread

    • Carrot & Walnut Cake

    • Chocolate Cake

    • Macarons

    • Meringues

    • Fresh Fruit, Berries & Edible Flowers (Seasonal)

  • Platters with a selection of the following Sweet elements;

    • Our Signature Millionaires Shortbread & Triple Chocolate Brownies

    • Chocolate Tiffin

    • Cupcakes

    • Glazed Doughnuts

    • Cookies

    • Macarons

    • Meringues

    • Fresh Fruit & Berries

 FAQs

  • Once we have a few details about your catering ideas, location or venue, and estimated guest numbers, we’ll create a personalised quote based on your chosen platters or grazing table requirements.

    To secure your date, we require a booking deposit — £50.00 for platters and £250.00 for larger grazing table setups. This deposit confirms your booking and reserves your event date.

    You’re welcome to make amendments to your booking closer to the time, such as updating guest numbers or dietary requirements. The remaining balance will be due one month before your event date.

  • Platters

    Our platters are freshly prepared in our kitchen and beautifully presented on wooden boards. They arrive in protective boxes designed to fit most standard-sized fridges, making them easy to store before your event.

    You can remove the boards from their boxes and arrange them yourself to create your own grazing table, or we can arrive prior to your event to set up the platters for you, with the option to enhance your display with styling equipment and/or fresh foliage.

    All platters are ready to serve and can be placed directly onto your table for a quick, effortless setup — perfect for any occasion.

    Grazing Table Set Up

    A Grazing Table set up with platters is the perfect catering option when you need a quick and seamless setup, as a full grazing table can take 1–2 hours to assemble.

    We can create a simple and elegant flat lay, or elevate your display with apple crates, wooden slices, bamboo candles, and fresh foliage for a beautifully styled presentation.

    Each setup includes cheese accessories and chutney spoons, ensuring your table is ready to impress your guests and make a stunning centrepiece for your event. You also have the option to add palm plates, cutlery, and napkins for a completely stress-free catering experience.

  • Delivery, Setup & Collection

    Depending on your location and the number of platters ordered, we can deliver your platters directly to your location/venue and, in most cases, will not need to return for any boards or equipment. If you’re local to us, we’re happy to collect and recycle the disposable wooden boards and boxes for you.

    For grazing tables, if you opt for a flat lay setup, we will not need to return for any equipment. However, if you choose our styling equipment option, we will arrange to return the following day to collect all items. Any travel costs associated with this will be discussed during the booking process.

    For weddings and larger events, our team can either remain on-site throughout your event or return at an agreed time to box up any leftovers and clean down the table.

  • We cater for a range of dietary requirements and allergies, including vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free, and nut-free options.

    Our platters are an excellent choice when catering for guests with multiple dietary needs. We can also provide allergy signage to ensure everyone is well informed.

    For grazing tables, we create dedicated sections for vegetarian and vegan guests and can provide gluten-free breads and crackers upon request. However, due to the higher risk of cross-contamination with open table setups, we may not be able to accommodate severe allergy requests.

    Please note that our kitchen is not a gluten-free or nut-free environment, though we take every possible care to handle all food safely.

  • During transit and setup, all food is kept cool and fresh in our refrigerated van to ensure the highest quality on arrival. Platters can be stored in most standard-sized fridges and are best consumed on the same day, although they can last up to 48 hours when kept chilled.

    The table allocated for your platter or grazing table setup should ideally be placed in a cool area, away from direct sunlight or heat sources such as radiators and fires.

    Once platters have been displayed or your table has been set up, and in accordance with food hygiene and safety guidelines, any leftovers may be returned to the fridge within four hours. After this timeframe, food should be safely disposed of.

  • Rhubarb & Ginger proudly holds a 5★ Food Hygiene Rating from the Food Standards Agency. We are fully registered and carry public liability insurance, giving you complete confidence that your event catering is handled to the highest standards of safety and professionalism.

Food Standards Agency food hygiene rating sign showing a score of 5, which is labeled as 'Very Good'. It includes the Food Standards Agency logo and website link.