Valentine’s Day Charcuterie Board: u+food 4eva

Want a special way to celebrate Valentines Day? Well, they do say that the way to the heart is through the stomach. An easy way to feed your loved one without having to cook is to make a Valentine’s Day themed charcuterie board.

What is a Valentine’s Day charcuterie board?

It’s a food board (not always technically a charcuterie board) that is centered around the theme of Valentine’s Day. It’s a touch of romance, a taste of desire and most importantly, all for you and your special someone.

What goes on a Valentine’s Day charcuterie board?

The most common foods associated with Valentine’s Day are a box of chocolates, chocolate-covered strawberries and other aphrodisiacs. Of course you can add these classic foods on your charcuterie board, but you should include a personal touch by adding some foods your love (even if that love is yourself) enjoys. Here are some ideas:

sweet

candies: red licorice, black licorice, Valentine’s hearts, chocolate-covered candies, etc.
cookies: chocolate chip, Oreos, etc.
red fruits: strawberries, cherries, raspberries, etc.
dips: chocolate syrup, whipped cream, etc.

savory

sliced meats: prosciutto, pepperoni, salami, etc.
artisanal cheeses: brie, gouda, gorganzola, havarti, manchengo, etc.
breads & crackers: breadsticks, sliced baguette, sourdough, seeded crackers, etc.
veggies: carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, pickles, etc.
nuts: almonds, pecans, walnuts, etc.
dips & spreads: pate, hot pepper jelly, etc.

decor

Besides the food, the decor is a big part of what makes your food display a Valentine’s Day charcuterie board.

rose petals
candles
wine glasses/champagne glasses
romantic music (classical, jazz, R&B, etc.)

colors, patterns and textures

These are traditional colors used for Valentine’s Day which you can also incorporate into your board:

red – represents love, desire and passion
white – represents peace and tranquility
pink – represents kindness, compassion and love

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Kristina Reynolds is the Founder & CEO of Glutto and an alumna of the University of California, San Diego. She writes articles & posts for Glutto Digest with insights from fellow industry experts. Furthermore, she is the author of The Fittest Food Lovers: How EVERY BODY Can be Incredibly Fit and Still Enjoy Food, a collaborative philanthropic book with proceeds going to charities that fight world hunger.