Celestial Night Board (Printer View)

A curated board of cheeses, meats, fruits, and cosmic-themed delights for sharing moments.

# What You'll 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

# Method Steps:

01 - Place cheeses in separate areas on a large serving board, spacing them to create visual balance.
02 - Fan out prosciutto, salami, and smoked turkey slices in gentle curves between cheeses to evoke the Milky Way.
03 - Scatter grapes, blueberries, fig quarters, and pear slices to fill gaps and introduce vibrant color.
04 - Place sliced baguette and crackers in small stacks or waves along the board's edges.
05 - Position roasted almonds, dark chocolate shapes, honeycomb, and a small bowl of fig jam in open spaces.
06 - Decorate with edible flowers and fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs for a celestial touch.
07 - Present immediately with cheese knives and small tongs for easy self-service.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The stellar variety of artisan cheeses and charcuterie creates a sophisticated flavor journey.
  • Fresh fruits and unique cosmic accents like dark chocolate stars add visual and taste contrasts.
  • Quick and easy to assemble, making it ideal for effortless entertaining.
  • Suitable for vegetarian adaptation by simply omitting meat and adding vibrant marinated vegetables.
02 -
  • Fan charcuterie slices delicately to create a flowing, Milky Way-inspired visual.
  • Mix different shapes and heights with breads and crackers for visual interest.
  • Use edible flowers and fresh herbs sparingly to keep the look natural and not overdone.
  • Chill cheese and charcuterie beforehand but serve at room temperature for best flavor.
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