This is traditional antipasto, "before the meal", all'Italiana: very easy to make and it is the ideal antipasto for an "Italian" themed dinner, the traditional first course of a formal Italian meal
Preparation
The antipasto all'Italiana is often served in Italy, not only as antipasto served at the table, but also as a "waiting" food whilst all guests arrive, also served as a buffet and it is very easy to make.
Use a long or round platter, the traditional antipasto all'Italiana is ideal for an "Italian" themed dinner, if you are using sausages or the likes of salami or soppressata, slice them with a knife and make slice slightly ticker, for all the traditional Italian big ones, from ham to mortadella, buy them already sliced or slice them thin. Add the cheeses, try use different cheeses and put the olives and tomatoes in the middle. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil on everything, a few drops of real, tick balsamic vinegar, and serve with some homemade or artisan bread or grissini. Delicious
Suggested wine for the Antipasto all'Italiana is our organic, vegan, Lambrusco