Flamingo Paradise Board (Print View)

A colorful tropical grazing board with fruits, cheeses, meats, nuts, and decorative accents for gatherings.

# Components:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz creamy brie cheese, sliced
02 - 5.3 oz goat cheese log, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cubed

→ Charcuterie & Protein

04 - 3.5 oz prosciutto, folded
05 - 3.5 oz salami, rolled
06 - 3.5 oz smoked turkey breast, sliced

→ Fruits

07 - 1 cup pink dragon fruit, cubed
08 - 1 cup strawberries, halved
09 - 1 cup watermelon, cut into flamingo shapes (optional)
10 - 1 cup fresh raspberries
11 - ½ cup pomegranate seeds

→ Accompaniments

12 - ½ cup candied pecans
13 - ½ cup shelled pistachios
14 - ½ cup dried apricots
15 - ½ cup pink grapefruit segments

→ Crackers & Breads

16 - 1 cup water crackers
17 - 1 cup mini brioche toasts

→ Garnish & Extras

18 - Edible flowers such as nasturtiums and violas
19 - Fresh mint leaves
20 - Flamingo-themed cocktail picks (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Evenly distribute the sliced and cubed cheeses around a large serving board.
02 - Fold and place prosciutto, salami, and smoked turkey in clusters between the cheeses.
03 - Place the dragon fruit, strawberries, shaped watermelon, raspberries, and pomegranate seeds in colorful sections across the board.
04 - Scatter candied pecans, pistachios, and dried apricots in small mounds throughout the display.
05 - Position water crackers and mini brioche toasts in neat stacks or fanned patterns.
06 - Decorate with edible flowers and fresh mint leaves to enhance the tropical presentation.
07 - Insert flamingo-themed cocktail picks into selected fruit pieces for a playful accent.
08 - Present immediately, ensuring all items are accessible for guests to enjoy.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fresh tropical flavors
  • Easy to assemble for any occasion
02 -
  • For a vegetarian board , omit the charcuterie and add extra cheeses , hummus , or roasted vegetables.
  • Use a flamingo-shaped cookie cutter for watermelon or cheese for extra flair.
03 -
  • Use a variety of textures to keep the board interesting.
  • Chill the board slightly before serving to keep cheeses firm.
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