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Leo Mesa

Shared tables and order planning

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A food gift works best when its format fits the recipient and the handover time.

For a work gathering or intimate celebration, plan service before selecting products.

A tapas table gains variety when each bite has a different size and texture rather than the same base.

A comfortable brunch combines a ready-to-serve cold option with something guests can slice or share.

An easy dinner can begin with cool slices and finish with a shared centrepiece.

There is no single portion number: usable weight differs between whole fish, boneless meat and sausages counted by piece.

Choosing products is one step; format, address and preferred date help coordinate the order.