What can I put on a vegan charcuterie board is probably the question that is asked most often in forums for charcuterie lovers and charcuterie businesses. I have been keeping an eye on that space for a while now, and noted down all of the great answers, especially the unique or unexpected ones.
So, here is my round up of vegan charcuterie ideas, loosely separated into theatrical categories ranging from center stage (the focal items on a charcuterie) and side stage (hovering just out of the spotlight but still important), to back stage (the somewhat boring, but necessary items) and glitterati (the garnishes and decorations that make your board look like a work of art).
Convenience products are super helpful in allowing us more time to work, socialize and do the leisure activities we love, and pre-shredded cheese is one of the most popular. It is a dream for saving time when whipping up a quick pizza or plate of nachos, however, it does have some distinct differences from regular cheese bought in block form.
As a convenience product, in my humble opinion, pre-shredded cheese is almost unbeatable (my pet peeve is washing cheese graters), however I have rounded up some information about why you may want to reconsider using it.
Plant based cheese has come a long way in the last few years, and there are some options that closely resemble animal cheeses, as well as ones that are distinctly different, but still delicious. Whether your interest in these cheeses stems from not wanting to consume animal products, or from wanting to eat foods which are delicious in their own right, read on to find out more about this growing trend in the foodie world.
Is anyone else tempted to follow a keto diet just so you can eat cheese with every meal? Luckily cheese is both nutritious and delicious, and with more and more plant-based cheeses hitting the market, it is an important part of any diet. Many cheeses are high in calories, but as long as you control the quality, the caloric count is no reason to avoid cheese as part a balanced diet.
Feeling overwhelmed with cheese etiquette? Not sure which cheese should go with which wine? Are you completely at a loss as to why mold is revered and hated by cheese lovers?
There is so much to learn, and it's all covered here! From how different types of cheese are made, to which wine to pair your cheese with, read on for an expert rundown.
As with a lot of artisinal products, cheese is gaining popularity all over North America. The trend seems to be based on a desire for better quality products that are made closer to our homes from ingredients we understand.
Serving a cheese or charcuterie platter as soon as your dinner party guests walk through the door gives you more time to focus on cooking or socializing, it has diverse ingredients so appeals to everyone, and will keep guests chatting about the exotic and delicious ingredients you have included on it!
Cheese is a perishable product, and the flavor and texture do change for the worse if it is not stored properly. I can help!
From the round of Boursin that you unwrap, eat half of, and try to re-wrap into the same foil wrapper, to a block of cheddar in the awkward plastic that never forms an airtight barrier after it has been opened the first time (no matter how strategically you cut into it initially), it is frustrating to try and preserve your expensive investment in cheese. A lot of you probably DIY less than ideal cheese storage solutions, but here are tips and products to make sure your DIY is the best that it can be, and that your cheese doesn’t suffer.
