We have invited 6 couples over on May 14th, 2011
Stay tuned to hear how the party turns out!
CHARCUTERIE PARTY!
“Derived from the Italian word for "cooked meat", charcuterie is a platter of cured meats, sausages and pate with various acidic and savoury garnishes. Very customizable with mix and match potential, it should include a showy array of colors, textures and flavours.”
Please bring an item or small amount from some of the following categories.
Please bring an item or small amount from some of the following categories.
The lists are intended only for suggestion and inspiration- the choice is yours!
We will sip wine, and together arrange the offerings on platters, boards and trays. We will spend the evening savouring, pairing, and experimenting with flavours!
Category One: Charcuterie
Prosciutto, salami, ham, pate ........
Category Two: Cheese
Hard cheese, soft cheese, blue cheese, potted cheese, old cheese, young cheese.....
Category three: fruit and nuts
Dried fruit, nuts, preserves, jellies, chutney, grapes, pears, apples, berries, Asian pear, persimmon....
Category four: vegetables
Pickled vegetables, cornichons, crudités......
Category five: dips and garnishes
Hoummos, baba ganoush, parsley, seeds, olive oil, truffle, roasted garlic, fleur de sel.......
Category six: breads and crackers
Baguette, crostini, crackers, crisp bread.....
Category seven: sweets
Chocolate, biscotti, Turkish delight......
Category eight: libations
Wine, port, mineral water, brandy.......
