How to make a Charcuterie Board:

Select Your Board: Choose the size depending on the number of people you're serving. Use multiple boards for larger parties. Any type of board do: wood board, serving tray, even butcher paper laid directly on table.

Arrange Meats: Choose meats that suit your taste.

Arrange Cheeses: Anchor the board. Use 2-3 types of cheese. Be sure your cheese varies in color for depth.

Add Accompaniments: Arrange the sweet and savory bites around board. Separate colors to stand out.

Add Crackers: Add various types and shapes all throughout any gaps on the board.

Pro Tips:

• Don't Overcomplicate It: Make sure to design your board with your guests in mind.
• Add Color: Use bright pops of color red and green grapes, strawberries, raspberries, dried apricots.
• Where to Shop: Trader Joes, Publix and Kroger stores good stores for smaller cuts of cheese, and good quality crackers. Shop Costco or Sam’s Club if you're shopping for a larger groups.
• Keeping ingredients cold: If serving for an event where the charcuterie will sit out for a long period of time refrigerate overnight. Keep in mind items that dry out quickly like cheeses. If using deli meat keep it cold.