Final Curtain Grazing Board (Printable Version)

Artful board layered with cheeses, fresh fruits, nuts, and breads for an impressive appetizer presentation.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz Brie, sliced into wedges
02 - 5.3 oz Aged Cheddar, cut into sticks
03 - 4.2 oz Blue Cheese, broken into chunks

→ Charcuterie (optional)

04 - 3.5 oz Prosciutto, loosely draped
05 - 3.5 oz Soppressata, folded

→ Fresh Produce

06 - 1 cup Red Grapes, on the stem
07 - 1 cup Fresh Figs, halved
08 - 1 cup Strawberries, halved
09 - 1 cup Pomegranate seeds

→ Breads & Crackers

10 - 1 Baguette, sliced
11 - 5.3 oz Seeded Crackers

→ Condiments & Extras

12 - 1/2 cup Fig Jam
13 - 1/4 cup Honey
14 - 1/2 cup Marcona Almonds
15 - 1/2 cup Olives, green and black, pitted
16 - Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme) for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Select a large wooden or marble board and position it near the table’s edge to enhance visual impact.
02 - Place Brie, aged cheddar, and blue cheese on the board, allowing some pieces to cascade over the edges to create a draped curtain effect.
03 - Fold and layer prosciutto and soppressata slices along the board sides for an elegant overflow.
04 - Nestle grapes, figs, strawberries, and pomegranate seeds among the meats and cheeses, letting some fruit spill over the edges naturally.
05 - Fan sliced baguette and seeded crackers beside the cheeses, allowing a slight overhang for aesthetic flow.
06 - Place small bowls of fig jam, honey, olives, and almonds on the board, nestled between other ingredients.
07 - Tuck sprigs of fresh rosemary and thyme throughout for visual and aromatic enhancement.
08 - Present immediately, inviting guests to graze and enjoy the arrangement.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You can assemble it in under 20 minutes and look like you've been planning all week.
  • It works for six people or becomes the centerpiece that makes any gathering feel intentional.
  • Everyone finds something they love without you having to ask dietary questions beforehand.
02 -
  • Temperature matters: let cheeses sit out for 15 minutes before serving so they're soft enough to spread but still hold their shape.
  • Arrange the board no more than 30 minutes before serving, or the cut fruit will begin to oxidize and lose its fresh sparkle.
  • The cascade effect only works if you're not afraid to let things look slightly imperfect—perfection kills the romance.
03 -
  • Use odd numbers of each ingredient—three types of cheese, five clusters of grapes—it feels more dynamic than even counts.
  • Anchor one corner with a bowl so the board has a visual starting point; people's eyes will naturally follow from there.
  • Pair with crisp rosé or sparkling wine; the bubbles complement nearly every combination on the board.
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