A charcuterie board is a board with a collage of food, mainly with cured meats and cheeses. It is a masterpiece of art, painted by the most eloquent hands of an artist. Everything has a place with every place having a thing. If a charcuterie board is designed well, it will make the audience hungry with a desire to dig in. In addition to that, it should cater to all the guests at the party.
I got into making Charcuterie boards near the end of 2021. It was love at first slice! The amount of creative control and aesthetic design is just astounding. Almost anything can be paired, making a delicious combination of flavors mingling together in harmony. Meats, cheeses, fruits, honey, jam and so much more can be put together to create a piece of art that is both visually stunning and devilishly flavorful! It inspired me to give it a try and, as you can see, it was a magical experience.
For a charcuterie board to be successful, it takes an open mind and a creative outlook. There are combinations of food that may not go well together at first thought but can tie everything together in a single bite. For example, I did not know that topping a cracker with a salty brie and savory salami with sweet honey would result in a harmonious flavor explosion. Give it a try next time you have the munchies.
The art of Charcuterie board design is a wonderful hobby to have and one I hope to continue for a while! It's bound to get more creative over the oncoming weeks given no more hiccups happen in my life. Please look forward to the delicious creations I will share in the future!
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Photos done by me, Mikey Frost