Make sure all fruit has been washed and scrubbed cleaned.
Cut the pineapple in half and then in fourths. Leave the stem intact so that each section still has stem on it.
Cut the pineapple flesh from the skin.
Dice the pineapple flesh into 1/2 inch or smaller sized triangles and arrange the triangles back onto the skin. Set aside.
Cut the watermelon in half. Cut each half into fourths. Remove flesh from rind. Slice the watermelon into even, 1/2 inch triangles. Set aside.
Slice the cantaloupe in half. Discard the seeds. Cut into fourths and remove the flesh from the rind. Dice into small, uniform cubes.
Repeat the above step with the honeydew melon. Set aside.
ASSEMBLY TIME!
Place the 4 pineapple boats on each corner of the platter so that it creates empty sections. The steam should be hanging over the edge of the platter.
On the shorter ends of the platter, arrange the watermelon slices along the outter edge.
Next add a row of diced cantaloupe and honeydew melon.
Placed blueberries in the corners to fill in any gaps.
On the longer ends of the platter, place a row of catelope and honeydew melon until all gaps are filled in.
Add blueberries along the sides.
In the center of the platter, place a vine of cascading grapes. This will fill in the center space.
Add flowers in the center and along the edges of the platter.
Also add flowers on the table or board the fruit tray will be on.
Cover with plastic wrap until ready to serve.
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Notes
~TIPS~
Fresh flowers add that romantic, exotic affect so use them..a lot!
Use whatever fruit tickles your fancy! These are just my favs!
Keep a wet washcloth and dry towel handy. Cutting fruit is messy!