Tips for appealing meal presentation. Do not decorate with inedible items. Any edible garnish should be compatible with underlying food. Decorate with natural colors. Edible flower and fruit are great for color. Complex dishes require simple garnish; simple dishes can handle more complex garnish. Present food or garnishes in a geometrically pleasing shape and alternate heights of the food. Use an odd number of pieces on the food or the plate. Use platters. If the dish is accompanied by a sauce, do not submerge it in the meal, it's best to dump a little sauce over and then the rest on the side of the plate. Sprinkle and dazzle .dull" foods with items such as sauces and seeds.