Mother’s Day is the perfect occasion to shower moms with love, appreciation and unforgettable gestures. With 86% of Americans celebrating Mother’s Day1 each year, why not break away from conventional gifts and surprise her with something truly extraordinary, a beautifully arranged assortment of delectable cured meats, fine cheeses, artisanal crackers, and an array of mouthwatering accompaniments? Keep scrolling to get tips for assembling a snack board from our experts!
Take On A Trend
Snackle boxes have been trending across social media recently. The charcuterie experts at Columbus Craft Meats took the trend in another direction to make it a Mother’s Day memory to never forget: A char-jewelry box!
Tips from our Charcuterie Director
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Meat
Use a medium-diameter Italian dry salami and a larger diameter Genoa or Sopressata make for easy rose folding, while a full-muscle salumi item like Coppa and Prosciutto adds elegance to the board.
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Cheese
Pick your mom’s favorite when choosing cheeses or add some flare with a brie or mascarpone and a firmer cheese like cheddar, gouda, or mimolette to cut out shapes for your board.
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Acid
For acidity, include fresh fruits like green grapes, strawberries, and gooseberries or other items with vibrant colors.
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Crunch
Add fruit/nut crackers and milder crackers that play well with the rich and creamy flavors on the board for crunch. You can also toss your favorite plain nuts in turbinado sugar and dried lavender to add a unique flavor.
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Sweet Wow Factor
Finally, add fresh flowers, chocolates, or even honeycomb for a sweet wow factor to give the kids a fun treat while building.
