It’s easy to see why party boards are so popular right now—they create a dramatic (and delicious!) scene. Sharing food sets a tone of togetherness—guests can socialize while sampling delicious bits and bites. After you know the basics (don’t worry, we’ll teach you), party boards are easy to put together, regardless of your cooking skills. And the tips and tricks in this book offer time-saving options, so you don’t have to spend all day on your Pinterest-worthy creations. Just gather ’round and have fun!
CREATE STUNNING PARTY BOARDS!
WHAT YOU’LL NEED • This book expands the concept of a party board beyond simple cheese and crackers. The recipes and lists will help you make items ahead to mix in with store-bought items to create beautiful, abundant boards that don’t take days to pull together.
HOW TO CREATE A BOARD
THE CHEESE & FRUIT BOARD
CHEESE 101
TYPES OF CHEESE • There are close to 2,000 cheese varieties, so where do you start? To note: Smaller producers craft their cheeses with time-honored methods, which is evident in the taste, while large producers tend to aim for consistency over quality. If possible, taste some samples in the store. Buy cheeses of differing shapes, age, texture and milk sources.
THE BRUNCH BOARD
THE BARBECUE BOARD
THE AFTERNOON TEA BOARD
THE ANTIPASTI BOARD
THE CASUAL PARTY BOARD
THE CURRY BOARD
THE SWEETS BOARD
THE MEXICAN FIESTA BOARD
Party Boards
JOIN THE PARTY!