Step 1

Download the Charcuterie Board Shopping List here.

Step 2

Create a base for your food display using wooden boards, napkins or fabric, plates, or parchment paper.

Step 3

Start at the middle and create a colorful focal point with fruits or vegetables to build out from. We placed vegetables and hummus dip at the center of our board.

Step 4

Add meats, cheeses, and sandwich toppings next. A layout that is symmetrical will add a real wow factor.

Step 5

Next add crackers, chips, dried fruit, and/or nuts to your board.

Step 6

Place larger items, like berries, grapes, and bread along the edge of your arrangement.

Step 7

Respectfully collect bark, pinecones, leaves, sticks, or flowers to decorate your board with.

Step 8

If spreading germs is a concern, build charcuterie cups.