I grew up with charcuterie boards. Often when my mom just didn't want to cook, she would gather almost anything leftover in the fridge- cold cuts, deli meat, assorted cheeses and a few variety of crackers. I'm still doing it today for my own family, anytime of the week, they are great for any meal or just a snack. I love adding lots of colors and textures.

We often have teriyaki meatballs, and maybe steak or ham. I often purchase a variety of cheeses and crackers, or even thinly slicing a baguette. Pita bread, Naan, or any favorite bread you have on hand, I prefer to toast them with butter and maybe add some seasoning and cut them into perfect bite size pieces great for adding all your delicious toppings.

Included is a list of some of my favorites, but really you can choose whatever you enjoy, or have leftover.

Marin French Petit Breakfast Brie, 4 Oz

Tillamook Sharp Cheddar Cheese, 8 oz (Packaging May Vary)

Kerrygold Dubliner Parchment, Packaged-cheddar-cheeses, 7 Ounce

Applegate Farms Sliced Genoa Salami, 4 OZ

Applegate, Organic Uncured Black Forest Ham, 6 Ounce

Organic Strawberries, 1 lb

Red Seedless Grapes, 1 Bag

PANDOL Green Seedless Grapes, 48 OZ

Organic Blackberries, 6 oz

365 by Whole Foods Market, Cracker Assorted For Entertaining, 8.8 Ounce

Aurora Products Roasted & Salted Almonds Car Cup, 6.5 OZ

Whole Foods Market, Organic Mandarin, 32 Ounce Bag

365 by Whole Foods Market, Mango Slices Organic, 8 Ounce

Aurora Products Macadamia Nuts, Raw, 8 oz

Trader Joes Marinated Olive Duo with Lemon and Herbs (2 Pack), 8.8 OZ each

Bubbies, Pickles, Bread & Butter, 33 oz

A beautiful chopping/cutting board to serve it all on seems to be the norm, but certainly not a requirement. Use what you love. We feast with our eyes before anything passes our lips.

Bamboo Wood Cutting Board for Kitchen, 18" Large Cheese Charcuterie Chopping Block with Side Handles and Juice Grooves

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Just add some family or friends, and it's an easy party. Serve with your favorite beverage. A selection of wines are often my favorite choice, but choose what you love.

Happy Eating,

Mai

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