1. Center the loaf of bread on the board (pre-sliced)
2. Arrange the meats and cheese directly on the board around the bread.
3. **Can roast the red pepper over direct medium-low flame after coating in 1 tablespoon olive oil for about 3 minutes a side. Let cool, remove seeds, slice, and put onto a small serving plate. You can also purchase a jar of roasted red peppers. Arrange on the board on a small plate.
4. Place all ingredients (artichokes, gorgonzola cheese, cream cheese, garlic) for the artichoke spread in a blender and blend on high until creamy. (1 minute) Arrange on the board in a small bowl.
5. Thinly slice the pear and arrange on the board on a small serving plate.
6. Coat the dates in powdered sugar and arrange on the board.

See the photo above for arranging inspiration. 🙂

Optional Dipping Oil

1. Please 1/4 cup olive oil in a small bowl and whisk in 1 small clove freshly grated garlic. 
2. Mix with 1/4 teaspoon of dried parsley, oregano, and basil. 
3. Finish by adding in 1 teaspoon freshly grated Parmiggiano Reggiano.