Dessert: For an aperitif or after the main course, a generously garnished cheese platter is always a hit with guests! But which cheese to choose for a worthy platter? And how much cheese do you need?

Whether you're hosting a dinner gathering, a joyous celebration, an evening devoted to wine and cheese, or simply indulging in a sumptuous snack, the art of fashioning the perfect cheese platter ...

When assisting customers putting together a cheese plate, I try to determine what cheeses they like, local and/or imported, what the occasion is, who and what size their audience is, and their budget.