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The Ultimate Black Garlic Cheese & Charcuterie Board

• black garlic cloves • caramelized black garlic paste • charcuterie • cheese • dinner party • entertaining • no cook

Featuring Noosa Black Garlic Caramelized Paste

There’s something effortlessly luxurious about a beautifully styled cheese board — the kind that invites guests to gather, graze and linger a little longer.

This isn’t so much a recipe, but a guide to building the ultimate grazing board, centred around one hero ingredient:
Noosa Black Garlic Caramelized Paste — rich, sweet, umami and utterly addictive.

It’s the element that ties everything together — elevating every bite from simple to unforgettable.

🧀 The Star of the Board

Your flavour anchor:

Perfect pairings:

  • Brie (We love Woombye and Tasmanian Cheesery)

  • Triple cream cheese

  • Aged cheddar

  • Manchego

  • Blue cheese

🧀 Cheese Selection (Choose 3–5)

Aim for contrast in texture and flavour:

Soft & Creamy

  • Triple cream brie

  • Camembert

  • Whipped ricotta

Hard & Aged

  • Aged cheddar

  • Comté

  • Manchego

Bold & Funky

  • Gorgonzola

  • Roquefort

  • Washed rind cheese

🥓 Cured Meats

Add richness and savoury depth:

  • Prosciutto (folded into ribbons)

  • Sopressa or salami

  • Bresaola

  • Capocollo

Style tip: Drape loosely or fold into soft rosettes for a premium look.

🫒 Pickled & Savoury Elements

These cut through the richness beautifully:

  • Cornichons

  • Pickled onions

  • Pickled fennel

  • Marinated olives

  • Pickled carrots or cauliflower

🍇 Sweet Elements

Balance is everything:

  • Fresh grapes or figs

  • Sliced pear or apple

  • Dried apricots

  • Medjool dates

  • Cranberries

🌰 Crunch & Texture

For contrast and layering:

  • Toasted macadamias

  • Marcona almonds

  • Candied walnuts

🍞 Crackers & Bread

A mix of textures works best:

  • Artisan crackers

  • Seeded crisps

  • Grissini

  • Fresh sourdough (lightly toasted)

  • Baguette slices

🧂 Finishing Touches

Elevate from “nice” to next level:

How to Assemble

  1. Start with your cheeses — anchor them across the board

  2. Add small bowls (black garlic paste, olives, pickles)

  3. Fold and place cured meats

  4. Fill gaps with fruit, nuts and crackers

  5. Finish with herbs, drizzles and texture

Think abundance, not perfection — the board should feel generous and inviting.

How to Serve

Serve at room temperature with:

  • a glass of chilled rosé

  • a bold red (Shiraz or Pinot Noir)

  • or sparkling for a celebratory feel

Why It Works

The magic lies in contrast:

  • Creamy + Crunchy

  • Sweet + Savoury

  • Fresh + Rich

And at the centre of it all —
Noosa Black Garlic Caramelized Paste, bringing everything together with its signature sweet umami depth.

Entertaining Tip

This is the perfect board for:

  • long lunches

  • sunset grazing

  • gifting & celebrations

  • or a simple night in that feels a little bit special

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