Holiday Charcuterie Boards - Reimagined with Spices, Blends, and Gourmet Flavors

Holiday charcuterie boards are a canvas for culinary creativity, but the secret to taking them from beautiful to unforgettable lies in adding our spices, spice blends, and gourmet specialty foods.

Incorporating these elements gives complete control over the flavors and lets you highlight your creativity with delicious new flavors like our Hot Habanero Bacon Jam, Sweet Pepper Pesto, and gourmet BBQ sauces, honey and dips. We hope to inspire you to incorporate some new ideas for spices and gourmet goods into holiday charcuterie boards, ensuring they become the star of your festive gatherings.

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Cheeses with a Gourmet Twist: 

Cheese is a blank slate ready to be enhanced by our spices and specialty products.

• Herb and Spice-Crusted Cheeses: Take soft cheeses, like goat cheese or cream cheese, and roll them in our spice blends. Try Smoked Spanish Paprika, Za’atar, or our Taste of Tuscany spice blend.
• Custom Cheese Toppings: Drizzle brie or camembert with our Hot Pepper Bacon Jam or Tomato Almond Bruschetta, then sprinkle with freshly cracked black pepper for added flair.
• Gourmet Jam Cream Cheese Dip: Spread cream cheese and top with our Hot Pepper Bacon Jam or Blueberry Bourbon Pecan Jam for a sweet and spicy pairing with crackers or crostini.

Spiced Honey Drizzle:

• Chai Whipped Honey pairs best with cheeses that have a creamy texture and slightly nutty or caramel-like flavors, like Gouda, Brie, or a mild blue cheese as the spice notes in the chai honey will complement the richness of these cheeses while the sweetness balances out their saltiness.
• Cinnamon Whipped Honey pairs particularly well with creamy, soft cheeses like Brie, Camembert, goat cheese, ricotta, or a mild blue cheese as the spice of cinnamon complements their richness and can cut through the slightly tangy flavor of some of these cheeses.
• Lavender Whipped Honey pairs best with a creamy, slightly pungent cheese like blue cheese (Roquefort), as the floral notes of the honey balance the strong flavor of the cheese, creating a delightful contrast; other good options include a soft goat cheese or a mild brie.

100% Raw and Natural Honeycomb - The Star of the Board

Natural honeycomb pairs well with many cheeses, including aged, soft, and blue cheeses. 

• Aged cheeses: The tangy flavor of aged cheeses like cheddar, gruyere, or Parmigiano-Reggiano complements the sweetness of the honey. The cheese flakes can also get stuck in the honeycomb, adding a salty element to each bite.
• Soft cheeses: The creaminess of the honey complements the texture of soft cheeses like brie, goat cheese, or feta.
• Blue cheeses:The mellow sweetness of the honey cuts the saltiness of blue cheeses like Gorgonzola, Stilton, or Roquefort.
• Goat milk brie: The creaminess of the honey complements the texture of the cheese rind.

You can also try pairing any of our honey varieties with other foods, such as:

• Salami and prosciutto
• Crackers
• Fresh or dried fruit
• Jams, tapenade, or mustards
• Pickled vegetables or olives
• Toasted nuts

Meats with Gourmet Flavors:

While cured meats often dominate charcuterie boards, pairing them with our gourmet sauces and spices sets them apart.

• DIY Meat Rubs: Create thinly sliced deli meats rubbed with our BBQ spice blends or a mixture of smoked paprika, cumin, and brown sugar. These can be lightly seared for extra flavor.
• Dipping Sauces: Serve prosciutto or turkey slices with our gourmet BBQ sauces or wing sauces as dips. Offer a side of our Hot Habanero Bacon Jam for adventurous guests.
• Meatballs and Cocktail Sausages: Glaze store bought, pre-cooked meatballs or cocktail sausages with any of our delicious jams, sauces or BBQ sauces by adding meatballs or sausages and sauce to a slow cooker on low.

Spice-Infused Dips and Spreads

Homemade dips allow your board to shine. Pair our fresh and flavorful spices with your favorite base and serve with crackers, vegetables, or bread.

• Hummus: Add a swirl of our Sweet Pepper Pesto on hummus, and dust with a hint of smoked paprika for extra depth. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over homemade or store bought hummus and top with Za’atar, Chilean Merken Seasoning, Ethiopian Berbere Blend or Libyan Pilpelchuma Blend.
• Spiced Butter or Whipped Cheese: Blend butter or ricotta with our spice mixes like a holiday Cinnamon-Sugar Blend or Garlic and Herb Seasoning.

Custom-Flavored Nuts and Seeds:

Nuts and seeds are charcuterie essentials, but instead of plain roasted options, elevate them with our spice blends.

• Sweet and Spicy Candied Nuts: Toss almonds or pecans in a mix of brown sugar, cayenne, and cinnamon, then bake. Add a dollop of our Hot Habanero Bacon Jam for a sticky glaze.
• Savory Nuts: Coat cashews with olive oil and a blend of rosemary, thyme, and garlic powder.

Spice-Dusted Fruits

Fresh and dried fruits pair wonderfully with cheeses and meats, but a touch of spice makes them unforgettable.

• Chili-Spiced Grapes: Lightly coat fresh grapes in olive oil and a sprinkle of our chili powder. Serve them chilled for a surprising kick.
• Cardamom-Dusted Pear Slices: Thinly slice pears and dust them with our ground cardamom for a fragrant pairing with brie or goat cheese.
• Dried Fruit Enhancements: Sprinkle dried apricots and figs with our cinnamon sugar or a touch of ground cloves

Gourmet Crackers and Bread

Transform everyday carbs into gourmet accompaniments with our spices and specialty spreads.

• Herbed Flatbreads: Brush flatbreads with olive oil, then sprinkle them with our Garlic-Herb Blend or a Texas Sweet Hickory BBQ Rub. Toast until crispy.
• Spiced Crostini: Spread baguette slices with butter infused with Poultry Stuffing and Seasoning, then toast.
• Pesto-Topped Crackers: Add a dollop of our Sweet Pepper Pesto on crackers, topped with a pinch of red chili flakes for heat.

Spices and Sauces as Garnishes

Sometimes the smallest details make the biggest impact. Use our spices and sauces to decorate and enhance your board.

• Spiced Olive Oil Drizzle: Create dipping oils by using our infused extra virgin olive oils with our Taste of Tuscany Seasoning or Pizza Seasoning blends. Drizzle these oils directly onto fresh bread slices.
• Sauce Accents: Serve small ramekins of our gourmet BBQ or wing sauces for dipping cheeses and breads.
• Spice Decorations: Sprinkle our ground paprika, turmeric, or even cinnamon across the board for color and subtle aroma.

Crafting a Complete Flavor Experience

When designing your charcuterie board, balance is key. Use the following combinations to ensure every bite is memorable:

• Tangy Meets Spicy: Pair creamy cheeses with our hot habanero bacon jam or tangy BBQ sauces.
• Savory Meets Sweet: Serve salty nuts with our sweet pepper pesto or tomato almond bruschetta.
• Earthy Meets Bright: Balance earthy notes from our rosemary-spiced nuts with bright fruits enhanced by citrus zest and cinnamon.

Take It Further with Pairings

Enhance your charcuterie board with drink pairings that complement our spices and sauces:

• Mulled Wine: Perfect with spiced nuts and cinnamon-drizzled cheeses.
• Hot Apple Cider: Matches beautifully with our sweet pepper pesto and nutmeg-spiced crackers.
• Spiced Cocktails: Offer bourbon spiced with clove and cinnamon, or margaritas with a chili-salt rim.

Incorporating our spices, spice blends, and gourmet specialty foods into holiday charcuterie boards transforms them into personalized masterpieces. These boards not only showcase the range of flavors our products can achieve but also inspire guests to explore new ways of using them at home.

This holiday season, let our spices and gourmet creations take center stage, bringing warmth, depth, and festive cheer to every gathering.