Lace & Pearls Elegant Board (Print Version)

A beautifully arranged board with cheeses, charcuterie, fresh fruits, nuts, and artisan accompaniments for elegant gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz Brie, sliced into wedges
02 - 3.5 oz Aged Manchego, cut into triangles
03 - 3.5 oz Gorgonzola Dolce, crumbled
04 - 3.5 oz Goat cheese, formed into small rounds

→ Charcuterie

05 - 2.8 oz Prosciutto
06 - 2.8 oz Finocchiona salami, thinly sliced
07 - 2.8 oz Coppa, thinly sliced

→ Fresh Fruits

08 - 1 cup seedless red grapes, on the vine
09 - 1 cup fresh raspberries
10 - 1 ripe pear, thinly sliced
11 - 1 ripe apple, thinly sliced
12 - 0.5 cup dried apricots

→ Nuts & Extras

13 - 0.33 cup roasted Marcona almonds
14 - 0.33 cup candied walnuts
15 - 0.25 cup Castelvetrano olives, drained

→ Accompaniments

16 - 0.25 cup fig jam
17 - 0.25 cup honey with honey dipper
18 - 0.5 baguette, sliced and lightly toasted
19 - 1 box artisan crackers

# How to Make It:

01 - Position the Brie, Manchego, Gorgonzola Dolce, and Goat cheese wedges evenly on a large wooden or marble serving board.
02 - Delicately fold or roll the prosciutto, finocchiona salami, and coppa slices and nestle them between the cheese selections.
03 - Fill vacant areas with clusters of seedless red grapes, raspberries, and fan out thinly sliced pear and apple for an elegant presentation.
04 - Distribute dried apricots, roasted Marcona almonds, candied walnuts, and Castelvetrano olives in small piles or decorative bowls on the board.
05 - Place fig jam and honey into small ramekins or bowls and arrange them on the board alongside toasted baguette slices and artisan crackers.
06 - Decorate with edible flowers or fresh herbs such as thyme or rosemary, then serve immediately, allowing cheeses to reach room temperature for optimal flavor.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Elegant assortment of cheeses and charcuterie
  • Perfect for upscale gatherings or special occasions
02 -
  • For a vegetarian board omit charcuterie and add more fresh fruit roasted vegetables or marinated artichokes
  • Slice apples and pears just before serving to prevent browning
03 -
  • Pair with sparkling wine Sauvignon Blanc or a light Pinot Noir
  • Swap in seasonal fruits or nuts as desired
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