Composing an exceptional charcuterie board is an art that combines aesthetics, balance of flavors, and generosity. Here are our secrets to creating the perfect appetizer board with our LAKOUM products.
LAKOUM Products
For a board for 6-8 people, we recommend:
- Truffle Dry Sausage - The centerpiece, for elegance
- Comté AOP Dry Sausage - The bold cheese-charcuterie pairing
- Veal Coppa with Espelette Pepper - Italian finesse with character
- Mild Chorizo - The Iberian touch accessible to all
LAKOUM Tip: Take your products out of the refrigerator 15-20 minutes before serving to release all their aromas.
Accompaniments
Breads and Crackers
- Finely sliced country bread
- Toasted traditional baguette
- Plain or seeded crackers
- Olive bread (perfect with chorizo)
Cheeses
- 18-month halal Comté (to echo the sausage)
- Halal Basque ewe's milk cheese (perfect pairing with Espelette coppa)
- Halal fresh goat cheese (freshness contrast)
Condiments and Garnishes
- Gherkins and pickles
- Various olives (black, green, Kalamata)
- Fig jam or sweet pepper jam
- Old-fashioned mustard
- Walnuts and almonds
Freshness
- Fresh arugula
- Cherry tomatoes
- Fresh figs (in season)
- Grapes
Composition
Step 1: Choose the base
Opt for a large wooden board, slate, or marble platter. Ideal size: 40-50 cm for 6-8 people.
Step 2: Arrange the charcuterie
Start by placing your LAKOUM products, creating distinct areas:
- Finely slice the truffle sausage and arrange it in a rosette
- Fold the coppa into quarters or cones
- Alternate chorizo slices in a line or circle
- Create volume and height
Step 3: Add the cheeses
Place cheeses in the remaining spaces, varying shapes (cubes, slices, chunks).
Step 4: Fill the gaps
Fill the spaces with condiments, olives, nuts, and fresh elements.
Step 5: The final touch
Add a few sprigs of fresh rosemary or thyme for decoration and aroma.
Drink Pairings
Alcohol-Free Wines
- Alcohol-free red wine (Côtes du Rhône, Cahors style) - With sausages
- Alcohol-free white wine (Jura, Burgundy style) - With coppa and truffle
- Alcohol-free rosé (Provence style) - Versatile, perfect for summer
Other Beverages
- Alcohol-free craft beer (amber or IPA)
- Dry alcohol-free cider
- Sparkling grape juice
- Refined mocktails
Our Expert Tips
- Quantities: Allow 80-100g of charcuterie per person
- Variety: Alternate textures (dry, melt-in-your-mouth) and flavors (mild, spicy)
- Colors: Play on visual contrasts
- Temperature: Serve at room temperature
- Presentation: Leave space, do not overload
Our Ready-to-Enjoy Gift Box
To simplify your aperitif, discover our carefully curated gift box:
- The Quartet — Gift Box of 4 Dry Sausages 560g - All 4 LAKOUM creations gathered for 14-18 people
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