Place small bowls on the board first, spacing them out to create structure for the arrangement.
Position larger items like cheeses around the board, giving them enough space for slicing and serving.
Arrange crackers and cured meats in lines or clusters to naturally divide sections of the board.
Add fruits and vegetables in small groups across the board, spreading them evenly for color and balance.
Fill in any empty spaces with nuts, chocolate, edible flowers, and smaller items to complete the look.
Fill the bowls with spreads like honeycomb and fig jam, then step back and adjust anything as needed before serving.