plating techniques

Plating techniques refer to the artistic ways food is arranged on a plate to enhance its visual appeal and overall dining experience. This includes how ingredients are layered, drizzled, or garnished. Common techniques involve using color contrast, creating height with stacked ingredients, and featuring sauces as elegant spreads or dots. Chefs may use tools such as squeeze bottles for precision. Good plating not only makes a dish look appetizing but also reflects the chef's creativity and attention to detail, elevating the meal beyond just taste to an aesthetic experience.