A sharing board is the perfect way to create a cosy atmosphere during an evening with friends or family. It is versatile, easy to assemble and offers something for everyone. With colourful ingredients like red grapes, creamy cheeses and crunchy crackers, you are guaranteed to impress.
Ingredients for the sharing board
- Red grapes: 1 bunch
- Mini peppers: 6-8 pieces
- Toast and crackers
- Assorted cheeses: 3-4 types
- Mixed nuts: 1 handful
- Ciabatta bread: 1 small loaf, sliced
- Aioli and other dips: 2 bowls
- Olives: 1 bowl
Start by washing the grapes and mini peppers. Dry them carefully with a clean cloth. Slice the ciabatta bread into thin pieces and set them aside.
Cut the cheeses into bite-sized pieces or leave them in their original form for a rustic look. Ensure a mix of soft, hard and blue cheeses for variety.
Spread the toast and crackers across the board so that they are easily accessible to everyone.
Fill small bowls with the mixed nuts and olives and place them in the corners of the board for a tidy arrangement.
Distribute the mini peppers and grapes in small clusters across the board. This creates a fresh and colourful presentation.
Place the aioli and other dips in small bowls and position them centrally on the board. Arrange the ciabatta slices around the dips for a playful effect.
Arrange the ingredients so that the board achieves a balanced mix of colours, textures and flavours. Leave small open spaces between the ingredients for an attractive overall look.
Tips for the perfect sharing board
- Cheese at room temperature: take the cheeses out of the fridge at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance their flavour.
- Seasonal ingredients: vary with seasonal ingredients, such as figs in autumn or strawberries in summer.
- Themes: give your sharing board a theme, for example, Italian with prosciutto and Parmesan cheese, or Mediterranean with feta and artichokes.
- A beautiful board: this completes your sharing board, for example with our wooden serving board!
With these simple steps, you can create a sharing board that not only tastes delicious but also looks fantastic. Serve your board with a good wine or a refreshing mocktail, and your evening is set for success.
