Celestial Night Grazing Board (Printable Version)

An artisan board blending cheeses, charcuterie, fruits, and celestial touches for memorable evening spreads.

# What You Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz blue cheese (e.g., Roquefort or Gorgonzola)
02 - 5.3 oz aged cheddar, cubed
03 - 5.3 oz goat cheese log
04 - 4.2 oz brie, sliced into wedges

→ Charcuterie

05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
06 - 3.5 oz salami, thinly sliced
07 - 2.8 oz smoked turkey or beef, sliced

→ Fruits

08 - 1 bunch black grapes
09 - 1 small punnet blueberries
10 - 1 fig, quartered
11 - 1 pear, thinly sliced

→ Breads & Crackers

12 - 1 small baguette, sliced
13 - 3.5 oz seeded crackers
14 - 3.5 oz charcoal crackers (for celestial effect)

→ Accompaniments

15 - 2.1 oz roasted almonds
16 - 2.1 oz dark chocolate stars or moon-shaped candies
17 - 1.8 oz honeycomb
18 - 2 tbsp fig jam

→ Garnish

19 - Edible flowers (e.g., violets, pansies)
20 - Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs

# Steps:

01 - Place cheeses in distinct areas on a large serving board, spacing evenly to enhance visual appeal.
02 - Fan charcuterie slices in gentle curves between cheeses to evoke the Milky Way.
03 - Scatter grapes, blueberries, fig quarters, and pear slices throughout the board to fill gaps and provide color contrast.
04 - Arrange sliced baguette, seeded crackers, and charcoal crackers in small stacks or waves along the edges.
05 - Distribute roasted almonds, chocolate stars, honeycomb, and place a small bowl of fig jam in open spaces.
06 - Decorate with edible flowers and fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs for a celestial and natural accent.
07 - Present immediately with cheese knives and small tongs or picks for easy serving.

# Expert Pointers:

01 -
  • Brings a stunning visual element inspired by the night sky to your table.
  • Features a diverse selection of artisan cheeses, fruits, and charcuterie for ample variety.
  • Easy to assemble with no cooking required, perfect for stress-free entertaining.
  • Flexible for dietary preferences with a vegetarian option available.
  • Incorporates whimsical, celestial-themed treats that spark conversation and delight guests.
02 -
  • Use a mix of textures and colors to keep the board visually interesting and appealing.
  • Place cheeses apart to avoid mingling of flavors and give each its own spotlight.
  • When fanning charcuterie, gently curl slices to create inviting movement mimicking the Milky Way.
  • Keep fruit fresh by adding it last and serving the board promptly to avoid drying out.
  • Incorporate edible flowers carefully – ensure they are food-safe and pesticide-free.
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