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An alternative to an entire wedding charcuterie table is placing charcuterie boards on each table for cocktail hour or the wedding reception. Whether you’re having a big wedding or something more intimate, picking the centerpieces for the guests’ tables can be hard–especially if you’ve opted to go flower-free. That’s where I come in! You know charcuterie is the answer to all my problems, so it’s probably no shock to you that my idea of the perfect centerpiece is a beautiful cheese board. Match it to your wedding colors and prepare to impress your guests. Centerpieces aren’t your thing? Serve them at the cocktail hour!
For other inspired ideas to celebrate your nuptials, try my Cheese Wheel Cake, Single Serving Jarcuterie, Charcuterie Cones, and Cheese and Chocolate Pairings. Don’t forget to check out my drink recipes!
How To Make a Wedding Charcuterie Board
Cheese
- 1 (8-ounce) wheel of brie
- 5 – 7 ounces Humboldt Fog
- 7 ounces La Tur (in packaging)
Charcuterie
- Soppressata, sliced
- Varzi uncured salami, sliced
Accouterments
- Pink buttercream macarons
- Muscat seedless grapes
- Dried apricots
- Honey (with honeycomb)
- Cranberry Hazelnut Raincoast Crisp Crackers
- Trader Joe’s Savory Thins (gluten free rice crackers)
Directions
- Space out the brie, Humboldt Fog, and La Tur evenly on the board to anchor it.
- Fan the rice crackers round the brie and add the apricots around the La Tur. Unwrap the La Tur so that the cheese is exposed but still contained in the packaging for easy clean-up.
- Add the grapes in two separate bunches to the edges of the board.
- Place the macarons in the center of the board, then fill in any remaining gaps with the Raincoast crisps, salami, and sopressata.
- Top the brie with honey and honeycomb, if using.
Make This Wedding Charcuterie Extra Special
Wedding decor is always about what speaks to the couple and their story–so make this board uniquely you! Add some sweet treats that have a special place in your hearts… say, a candy from your first trip as a couple.
Make sure to add things, edible and otherwise (like flowers!), that tie into your theme and/or colors to give it that extra touch. For instance, if your colors are shades of green, trade out the pink macarons for some delicious pistachio macarons.
This Cheese Board is NOT Just for Weddings!
Use this post to inspire boards for other important marriage moments, like:
- Engagement party
- Bridal shower
- Bachelor/ette party
- Rehearsal dinner
- Bridal/Groom’s suite snacks
It’s All About the Props
I love these “Mr & Mrs” cake toppers! But if your partnership doesn’t fall into the Mr & Mrs category, feel free to find a cake topper that speaks to you!
I also like this “Love” Cake Topper.
Wedding Charcuterie Table
Of course if you prefer a whole grazing table for a wedding, it’s a great option for cocktail hour or a buffet style feast. My advice… leave it to the professionals. Grazing tables are especially time consuming with lots of prep involved. There are also very specific catering guidelines to keep everything safe for consumption!
Charcuterie Board Centerpiece for a Wedding
Charcuterie boards could absolutely work as centerpieces instead of florals, but you could also serve them alongside your arrangements. Loading your charcuterie centerpieces up with edible flowers and colorful fruit will go a long way!
You could also do mini cheese wheel cakes at different tables throughout the wedding tables. Pop on a wedding cake topper from above and you have a gorgeous, edible centerpiece for each table.
Show Me Your Boards
I hope this post inspires you to make this board. Nothing makes me happier than seeing the beautiful spreads you create from my tips. If you make something inspired by this post, please tag me at @ainttooproudtomeg so I can see and share!
And, If you liked this recipe, please rate and review.
Wedding Charcuterie Board Ideas
Description
Ingredients
Cheese
- 1 8-oz wheel of brie
- 5-7 ounces Humboldt Fog
- 7 ounces La Tur (in packaging)
Charcuterie
- Soppressata sliced
- Varzi uncured salami sliced
Accouterments
- Pink buttercream macarons
- Muscat seedless grapes
- Dried apricots
- Honey (with honeycomb)
- Cranberry Hazelnut Raincoast Crisp Crackers
- Trader Joe’s Savory Thins (gluten free rice crackers)
Instructions
- Space out the brie, Humboldt Fog, and La Tur evenly on the board to anchor it.
- Fan the rice crackers round the brie and add the apricots around the La Tur. Unwrap the La Tur so that the cheese is exposed but still contained in the packaging for easy clean-up.
- Add the grapes in two separate bunches to the edges of the board.
- Place the macarons in the center of the board, then fill in any remaining gaps with the Raincoast crisps, salami, and soppressata.
- Top the brie with honey and honeycomb, if using.
Photos by Haley Hunt Davis of Salt Worth Creative. Food styling with Ryan Norton.
