Elegant Gilded Edge Board (Printable format)

A refined selection of cheeses, meats, fruits, and nuts artfully arranged for a festive gathering.

# List of ingredients:

→ Cheeses

01 - 4.2 oz triple-cream Brie, sliced into slim wedges
02 - 4.2 oz aged Manchego, thinly sliced
03 - 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled or sliced
04 - 3.5 oz goat cheese, shaped into small rounds

→ Charcuterie

05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto, folded into ribbons
06 - 4.2 oz thinly sliced salami
07 - 3.5 oz coppa or bresaola

→ Fresh Fruit

08 - 1 small bunch red grapes
09 - 1 small bunch green grapes
10 - 1 ripe pear, thinly sliced
11 - 1 crisp apple, thinly sliced
12 - 1 small handful dried apricots

→ Accompaniments

13 - 1/4 cup Marcona almonds
14 - 1/4 cup salted pistachios
15 - 1/4 cup Castelvetrano olives
16 - 1/4 cup cornichons
17 - 1/4 cup fig jam or quince paste
18 - Honeycomb or honey drizzle, as desired

→ Crackers & Bread

19 - 1 baguette, thinly sliced and lightly toasted
20 - 1 box assorted crackers

# How to make it:

01 - Select a large, elegant round or oval board with a prominent rim to showcase the arrangement.
02 - Place all cheeses, charcuterie, fruits, accompaniments, and crackers evenly along the outer edge of the board following its shape.
03 - Keep the center area of the board empty to emphasize its form and create visual impact.
04 - Nestle items closely together along the rim, alternating colors and textures for an appealing presentation.
05 - Place ramekins or small bowls containing jam, honey, and olives as part of the perimeter arrangement.
06 - Present immediately accompanied by cheese knives and tongs for easy serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It looks like you spent hours preparing, but comes together in just 25 minutes—perfect for when you want to impress without the stress
  • The empty center becomes the star, turning a simple board into gallery-worthy presentation that guests remember
  • Everyone finds something they love, from the creamy Brie to salty-sweet combinations, making it feel personalized for each person
02 -
  • Room temperature is non-negotiable—cold cheese is tight and flavorless. Take your cheeses out at least 30 minutes before serving, and arrange the board as close to serving time as possible. I learned this the hard way at a winter gathering where cold Brie was nearly inedible
  • The center staying bare is the whole point—don't second-guess yourself and fill it. That empty space is what makes people notice the board's shape and actually look at the arrangement rather than just graze mindlessly
03 -
  • Chill your board briefly before arranging—this keeps soft cheeses from sliding and gives you a few extra minutes before items start to shift. I learned this after watching a magnificent Brie slowly migrate into an undignified heap
  • The secret that changed everything for me: arrange by thinking in thirds around the rim. Divide your board into three sections, give each a personality—one section creamy and delicate, one rich and meaty, one bright and fresh—then let them flow together. It prevents the overwhelming feeling of arranging everything at once
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