5 Exciting Charcuterie Pairings for the Holidays
Add a festive (and fun!) twist to traditional charcuterie boards with unique, holiday-inspired pairings that will surprise and delight your guests. Swap traditional crackers for kettle cooked chips, or try pairing blue cheese with dates for an extra savoury bite. We put a spin on classic holiday flavours like pistachio and cranberry, and added trendy flavors like dill pickle and s’wicy toppings. You can find what you need in our Deli Department to help you create daring and delicious charcuterie pairings for every holiday moment.
1. Sweet & Spicy Brie Appetizer
The combination of sweet and spicy flavours pairs perfectly with the creamy richness of Brie cheese, making it a zingy addition to your holiday charcuterie board. The jam's sweetness complements the Brie's tanginess, and the spicy kick adds a delightful contrast. Place it all on top of a rosemary and pistachio crisp for a savoury crunch. This layered flavour profile delights the palate and adds a touch of elegance and festive flair to your spread.
2. Dill Pickle Cheese Ball
Add a bold tangy twist to your charcuterie board with this Dill Pickle Cheese Ball. The sharp bite of the pickles balances the creaminess of the cream cheese and goat cheese combo. Finish with a sprinkle of dill pickle cheddar cheese, then pop it in the fridge for a couple of hours. When ready, roll it in a delicious crushed pecan mixture. Serve with cucumber and Compliments Jalapeño Kettle Cooked Chips and get ready to run out of these craveable crisps.
3. Dark Chocoalte Potato Chip, Brie and Red Wine Dry Salami
For a truly unique charcuterie pairing that will tempt your guests, try combining the richness of dark chocolate and brie cheese with the salty crunch of potato chips and bold flavour of red wine dry salami. The sweetness of the chocolate and the creaminess of the brie are perfectly balanced by the salty, savoury flavours of the potato chips and salami, creating a completely unexpected charcuterie combination.
4. Blue Cheese and Genoa Hot Salami Dates
For a savoury and flavour-packed charcuterie pairing, try combining the sharp bite of blue cheese with the spicy kick of Genoa salami. The cheese’s creamy texture balances the salami's salty, robust flavour, creating a rich and satisfying combination all wrapped up in the sweetness and caramel-like flavour of a fresh Medjool date. It's an easy way to mix things up and add something different to your festive spread this holiday season.
5. Cranberry Goat Cheese, Crispy Prosciutto and Dark Chocolate Crostini
Add a sweet and savoury twist to your charcuterie board with a loaded crostini. This blend of tangy goat's cheese, sweet cranberries and rich dark chocolate is irresistible! Add some crispy prosciutto for crunch and an extra touch of saltiness, piled high on Panache Fig and Thyme Artisan Crisps for the perfect bite. Finish with a drizzle of melted 72% Swiss dark chocolate and they're ready to enjoy. These crostini are easy to make, full of flavour and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser at any holiday gathering.