O que devo incluir em uma mesa de frios?

Uma mesa de frios deve conter uma variedade de queijos, embutidos e acompanhamentos. Sugestões incluem: queijos (muçarela, parmesão, gorgonzola, brie, provolone), embutidos (salames, peito de peru, calabresa, lombo, presunto, parma, rosbife), pães (francês, integral, torradas, baguetes), frutas (morango, uva, pêssego, manga, damasco, figo, abacaxi, pera, cereja), acompanhamentos (azeitonas, pepino, palmito, tomate-cereja, ovo de codorna, cogumelos, nozes, geleias, patês, mel) e bebidas (água, refrigerante, suco, vodka, gin, espumante, cerveja, licores, whisky, coquetéis).

Como organizar os alimentos na mesa de frios?

Ao montar, posicione os frios e embutidos juntos, seguidos pelos pães e, depois, patês, frutas, geleias e molhos. Utensílios como pratos pequenos, talheres, palitos e guardanapos devem ficar na ponta da mesa, onde os convidados começarão a se servir. Tabuas de frios também são ótimas para apresentação.

Com que antecedência devo preparar a mesa e quando repor os alimentos?

O cardápio deve ser planejado com antecedência. A montagem da mesa deve ser feita minutos antes do evento, mas retire queijos e frios das embalagens pelo menos uma hora antes. Mantenha as reposições na geladeira e reponha a mesa apenas quando a quantidade de alimentos estiver baixa. O ideal é que a mesa esteja em um local climatizado ou longe do sol.

Quais utensílios são essenciais para a mesa de frios?

Os utensílios essenciais incluem pratos pequenos, talheres e palitinhos de petiscos, guardanapos, facas para cortar os frios, pegadores, colheres e garfos para os convidados se servirem.

Como calcular a quantidade de petiscos por pessoa para uma mesa de frios?

Recomenda-se de 150 a 200 gramas de frios por pessoa e 100 gramas de pães e torradas por pessoa. Conhecer a quantidade de convidados é fundamental para evitar desperdício ou falta de comida.

Charcuterie board: learn how to assemble one step-by-step

Junior Dorigatti 27 de October de 2023

Mesa de frios: saiba o passo a passo de como montar uma

Charcuterie board: the best tips for assembling yours!

A charcuterie board is a great idea for a gathering with family or friends. It can be used as an appetizer before dinner — perhaps for a special event or a party! — or be the main dish of the moment.

Due to its versatility and practicality, charcuterie boards have been gaining more and more popularity. But it's important to know how to assemble it and go beyond the basics: mozzarella, ham, and salami. After all, there are so many varieties of cheeses and cured meats, as well as preserves, fruits, and other appetizers. There's no shortage of options!

So, keep reading and discover more about this menu that can be practical and delicious for any occasion: birthday parties, gatherings with friends, weddings, or family reunions.

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What do you put on a charcuterie board?

A charcuterie board should have some types of cheese, cured meats, and different accompaniments. Cutelaria Cimo has prepared a list of the best options for assembling your charcuterie board.

Cheeses	Cured Meats	Breads	Fruits	Accompaniments	Drinks
Mozzarella	Salami	French bread	Strawberry	Olives	Water
Parmesan	Turkey breast	Whole wheat bread	Grape	Cucumber	Soft drink
Gorgonzola	Calabrese sausage	Toast	Raisins	Heart of palm	Juice
Cheddar	Pork loin	Cheese bread	Peach	Cherry tomato	Vodka
Brie	Ham	Croissant	Mango	Quail egg	Gin
Prato	Mortadella	Baguettes	Apricot	Mushrooms	Sparkling wine
Provolone	Prosciutto	Toasted sticks	Fig	Walnuts	Beer
Gouda	Roast beef	Pita bread	Pineapple	Jams	Liqueurs
Camembert	Roast beef	Herb bread	Pear	Pâtés	Whiskey
Feta	Sausage	Pretzel	Cherry	Honey	Cocktails

The varieties are many! It is possible to make simpler charcuterie boards, with fewer options and more affordable items, or something more elegant, with more expensive products and greater diversity for food choices. Whatever your preference, all guests will leave satisfied and happy.

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How to assemble a charcuterie board?

When assembling and organizing a charcuterie board, some questions commonly arise. How long can the cheeses be exposed on the table? Do you need to provide cutlery for the guests? Among many others. Check out these tips:

What should I serve?

As we've seen, the options for food to assemble a charcuterie board are immense, which is why the menu should be planned well in advance. For example, if guests have any dietary restrictions, such as lactose intolerance, gluten allergy, or are even vegetarian.

In these cases, it is necessary to cater to the tastes of all guests, using appropriate cured meats, breads, and accompaniments.

How should I arrange the food?

When assembling the table, it's important to place the cured meats together, followed by the breads, and then pâtés, fruits, jams, and sauces. The position of each food item is important for everything to be practical and easy.

Utensils should be placed at the end of the table, where guests will start serving themselves.

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When should I replenish the food?

The charcuterie board should only be replenished when the amount of food on the table is low. The board should be assembled only a few minutes beforehand, but cheeses and cured meats need to be removed from their packaging at least one hour in advance.

Only what is necessary should be on the table; replenishments should be kept in the refrigerator. If possible, we recommend setting up the charcuterie board in an air-conditioned place or at least away from direct sunlight or very warm environments.

How do I decorate the table?

Breads can be served in small wicker baskets, and cured meats and cheeses on different platters. Charcuterie boards are also an excellent way to serve and decorate the table!

A special touch comes from decorated bottles and smaller vases with flowers. Tablecloths are not obligatory, but if desired, choose one in neutral tones so the focus is on the food served.

What utensils should I place on the table?

The most commonly used utensils are small plates, cutlery, appetizer picks, and napkins. It is also important to include knives for cutting cured meats, tongs, spoons, and forks for guests to serve themselves from the table.

Cutelaria Cimo has a selection of the best kitchen knives on their website, and they can enhance your charcuterie board.

How to calculate the amount of snacks per person?

The recommended amount of cured meats per person is 150 to 200 grams. For breads and toasts, 100 grams per person is recommended. It is essential to know the number of guests to avoid waste and also a shortage of food during the event.

So, did thinking about the charcuterie board make your mouth water? With these tips, you're almost an expert and can invite anyone for a special moment. Assemble your board and delight in the best cured meats and accompaniments!

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Charcuterie board: learn how to assemble one step-by-step

Charcuterie board: the best tips for assembling yours!

What do you put on a charcuterie board?