Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMoscow on the HillZakuski Platter Recipe

Zakuski Platter Recipe

Inspired by Moscow on the Hill
Time30m
Serves4

Assorted house meats, spreads & pickles served with European cheeses, crostini & lavash crackers

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Ingredients

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Meats and Cheeses

Spreads

Pickles

Breads and Crackers

Method

Assembly

  1. 1

    Prepare the Platter

    On a large serving platter, arrange the assorted cured meats artistically.

  2. 2

    Next, add the assorted cheeses, placing them next to the meats.

  3. 3

    Spoon the hummus, olive tapenade, and cream cheese into small bowls and place them on the platter.

  4. 4

    Add the pickles, including cornichons, pickled onions, and pickled radishes, in between the meats and cheeses.

  5. 5

    Finish by arranging the crostini and lavash crackers around the perimeter of the platter.

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