1. Gather all your ingredients and prep them: slice cheeses into cubes, drain olives and marinated vegetables, and fold meats into ribbons or quarters.

2. Soak wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes to avoid splinters if preparing ahead.

3. Assemble each skewer by alternating ingredients in a balanced order. A typical order could be: tomato, cheese, olive, meat, artichoke, second cheese, second olive.

4. Arrange the skewers on a large platter. Garnish with chopped herbs, drizzle balsamic glaze, and season with cracked pepper if desired.

5. Chill in the fridge for 30–60 minutes before serving, or serve immediately at room temperature.