An indispensable addition to any pleasant drinks evening is a perfectly composed drinks board. It all starts with the basics: the plank itself. Choose a beautiful wooden board on which all the ingredients come into their own. For an impressive snack board, it is important to start with delicious (homemade) spreads, such as herb butter, aioli, tapenade, hummus or guacamole. You can combine this perfectly with baguette, naan, toast and dips, but also with chips and raw vegetables such as carrots, tomatoes and cucumber.
A successful snack board contains a diversity of flavors and textures. Combine salty, savory and sour with sweet and fresh ingredients. Start by placing different cheeses (soft brie, spicy blue cheese, creamy goat cheese or hard cheese such as aged cheese), different types of sausage and ham (prosciutto, salami, chorizo, smoked ham) in various places on the shelf. Fill the remaining space with olives, nuts, various vegetables, and fruits such as grapes, strawberries and figs.
Play with heights by using small dishes or bowls for dips and spreads. Add a decorative touch with fresh herbs and use small plates and cocktail sticks for easy serving. Combine ready-made snacks with homemade snacks for a complete drinks experience.
Some tips to make your drinks board beautiful:
- Vary the color! For example, place green cucumber next to red strawberries and combine cheese with tomatoes.
- Fill the empty spaces on your shelf with nuts, toast or fruit.
- Avoid plastic containers and use cozy bowls for the spreads instead.
- Be inspired by photos of drinks boards on the internet.
- Spread different types of cheeses and hams over the board, avoiding overlapping.
With these tips you will not only make a delicious snack board, but also present it in an attractive and inviting way.
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