Lace & Pearls Elegant Board

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This elegant grazing board combines an array of fine cheeses like Brie, Manchego, and Gorgonzola with delicate charcuterie including prosciutto and salami. Fresh fruits such as grapes, raspberries, pears, and apples add vibrant flavor and visual appeal. Complemented by roasted almonds, candied walnuts, Castelvetrano olives, fig jam, honey, baguette slices, and artisan crackers, it creates a balanced and refined spread. Perfect for upscale gatherings, the careful arrangement ensures every bite offers a delightful mix of textures and tastes. Vegetarian options can be made by omitting charcuterie and adding more fruits or vegetables.

Updated on Sat, 29 Nov 2025 16:37:00 GMT
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A sophisticated and beautifully arranged grazing board featuring an array of fine cheeses, delicate charcuterie, fresh fruits, and artisan accompaniments—perfect for upscale gatherings or special occasions.

Ingredients

  • Cheeses: 100 g Brie, sliced into wedges 100 g Aged Manchego, cut into triangles 100 g Gorgonzola Dolce, crumbled 100 g Goat cheese, formed into small rounds
  • Charcuterie: 80 g Prosciutto 80 g Finocchiona salami, thinly sliced 80 g Coppa, thinly sliced
  • Fresh Fruits: 1 cup seedless red grapes, on the vine 1 cup fresh raspberries 1 ripe pear, thinly sliced 1 ripe apple, thinly sliced 1/2 cup dried apricots
  • Nuts & Extras: 1/3 cup roasted Marcona almonds 1/3 cup candied walnuts 1/4 cup Castelvetrano olives, drained
  • Accompaniments: 1/4 cup fig jam 1/4 cup honey with honey dipper 1/2 baguette, sliced and lightly toasted 1 box artisan crackers

Instructions

Step 1:
Arrange cheeses on a large wooden or marble board, spacing them evenly.
Step 2:
Gently fold or roll the charcuterie slices and nestle them between cheese selections.
Step 3:
Fill in spaces with clusters of grapes, raspberries, and slices of pear and apple. Fan the fruit slices for elegant presentation.
Step 4:
Add dried apricots, nuts, and olives in small piles or decorative bowls.
Step 5:
Place fig jam and honey in small ramekins or bowls and set on the board.
Step 6:
Add toasted baguette slices and crackers to the edges or in a separate basket.
Step 7:
Garnish the board with edible flowers or fresh herbs (such as thyme or rosemary) for a final elegant touch.
Step 8:
Serve immediately, allowing cheese to come to room temperature for best flavor.
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Recipe FAQ

What cheeses are included in this board?

The board features Brie, aged Manchego, Gorgonzola Dolce, and goat cheese shaped into rounds.

How should the charcuterie be prepared and arranged?

Charcuterie slices like prosciutto, Finocchiona salami, and coppa should be gently folded or rolled and nestled between cheese sections for an elegant presentation.

What fresh fruits complement the board?

Seedless red grapes, fresh raspberries, thinly sliced ripe pear and apple, along with dried apricots, add freshness and color.

Can this board accommodate vegetarian preferences?

Yes, simply omit the charcuterie and increase portions of fresh fruit, roasted vegetables, or marinated artichokes for variety.

How can I prevent the fruit slices from browning?

Slice apples and pears just before serving to maintain their fresh, appealing appearance and texture.

What accompaniments enhance the flavor profile?

Fig jam, honey with dipper, toasted baguette slices, and artisan crackers create complementary sweet and savory notes.

Lace & Pearls Elegant Board

Sophisticated board with cheeses, charcuterie, fruits, nuts, and artisan accompaniments for upscale gatherings.

Prep duration
25 min
0
Complete duration
25 min
Created by Chloe Martin


Skill Level Easy

Heritage European Fusion

Output 8 Portions

Dietary considerations Meat-Free

Components

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

01 2.8 oz Prosciutto
02 2.8 oz Finocchiona salami, thinly sliced
03 2.8 oz Coppa, thinly sliced

Fresh Fruits

01 1 cup seedless red grapes, on the vine
02 1 cup fresh raspberries
03 1 ripe pear, thinly sliced
04 1 ripe apple, thinly sliced
05 ½ cup dried apricots

Nuts & Extras

01 ⅓ cup roasted Marcona almonds
02 ⅓ cup candied walnuts
03 ¼ cup Castelvetrano olives, drained

Accompaniments

01 ¼ cup fig jam
02 ¼ cup honey
03 ½ baguette, sliced and lightly toasted
04 1 box artisan crackers

Directions

Phase 01

Arrange cheeses: Place cheese selections evenly spaced on a large wooden or marble board.

Phase 02

Add charcuterie: Fold or roll charcuterie slices gently and nestle them between cheese groups.

Phase 03

Incorporate fresh fruit: Fill gaps with clusters of grapes, raspberries, and fan thin slices of pear and apple for visual appeal.

Phase 04

Add nuts, dried fruit, and olives: Distribute dried apricots, roasted nuts, and Castelvetrano olives in small piles or decorative bowls.

Phase 05

Place accompaniments: Set fig jam and honey in small ramekins on the board.

Phase 06

Add breads and crackers: Arrange toasted baguette slices and artisan crackers along the edges or in a separate basket.

Phase 07

Garnish: Decorate the board with edible flowers or fresh herbs such as thyme or rosemary for an elegant finish.

Phase 08

Serve: Present immediately, allowing cheeses to reach room temperature to enhance flavor.

Tools needed

  • Large serving board (wood or marble)
  • Cheese knives
  • Small bowls or ramekins
  • Small tongs or cocktail picks
  • Bread knife

Allergy details

Review each component for potential allergens and seek medical guidance if you're uncertain about ingredients.
  • Contains milk, tree nuts, wheat/gluten, and sulfites.

Nutritional information (each portion)

These values are approximate guides only and shouldn't replace professional medical consultation.
  • Energy: 310
  • Fats: 18 g
  • Carbohydrates: 26 g
  • Proteins: 12 g