There’s nothing better than enjoying a night out on the town with food and friends.
Now that we are able to go out and catch up with friends over dinner again, we want it to be special. We want to go all out!
Getting dressed up, ordering a glass of wine and sharing a charcuterie board at a local restaurant can make you feel fancy and sophisticated.
Charcuterie boards give you a little bit of everything, meat, cheeses, pickled sides. It’s the perfect sharing dish to have while you discuss everything you’ve missed with your friends.
It’s light and delicious, a grown up cheese and crackers.
Here are 10 places to enjoy a delicious charcuterie board in Victoria:
Bodega offers four different boards for you to choose from with various cheese, meat and condiments. Try the Mixed Pincho Board, the Barcelona Board, the Cheese Board or indulge in the Bodega board.
- Location: 1210 Broad Street
- Hours: 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., Monday to Thursday, 12 p.m. to 12 a.m. Friday and Saturday, 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday
Agrius is well known for their charcuterie. They offer two different sizes on their dinner menu, depending on how hungry you are.
- Location: 732 Yates Street
- Hours: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Monday to Sunday
Wind Cries Mary has three different boards to choose from. The Whipped Ricotta board is served with fresh sourdough, the Beef Tartare board comes with a crostini and the Vancouver Island Cheese board is every board enthusiast’s dream!
- Location: 732 Yates Street
- Hours: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Monday to Sunday
Vis a Vis’ menu has three different charcuterie boards to choose from. All boards are served with homemade pickled vegetables and pickles, mustards, chutneys and sliced French baguette.
- Location: 2232 Oak Bay Avenue
- Hours: 7 a.m. to 12 a.m. Monday to Sunday
Experience authentic Italian cuisine at Il Covo. Share their platter for two which includes an array of cured Italian meats, cheeses, marinated vegetables, olives and fruit!
- Location: 106 Superior Street
- Hours: 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Wednesday to Sunday
The Churchill’s charcuterie board is served with olives, pickles, tomato relish, grainy mustard and bread. With a new daily selection of meats and cheeses, it will always be a unique dining experience!
- Location: 1140 Government Street
- Hours: 11 a.m. to 1 a.m., Monday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. Sunday
Clive’s charcuterie board allows you to choose three items from their board menu, allowing you to build your own!
- Location: 740 Burdett Avenue
- Hours: 5 p.m. to 11 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday, 5 p.m. to 12 a.m. Friday and Saturday and 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday
Penny Farthing’s menu includes 5 share plates! All charcuterie boards are served with house made pickled vegetables, mustards, chutneys and sliced French baguette. They offer a Charcuterie board, a cheese board, a cheese and charcuterie as well as a Mezze Platter.
- Location: 2228 Oak Bay Avenue
- Hours: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday to Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. Thursday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday
If you are looking for a selection of fine cheeses and charcuterie, the Collective Wine Bar is the place to go. The menu offers a fine cheese and charcuterie board, a board with chef’s selection of fine cheeses, a local meat and cheese board, a seacuterie board and a vegan option!
- Location: 230 Cook Street #107
- Hours: 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday
Enjoy your charcuterie dinner with a view at Vista 18. Their board includes candied walnuts, house pickles and crackers and your choice of any 3 meat and/or cheese from their menu options. You can build your dream board!
- Location: 740 Burdett Avenue
- Hours: 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday, 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday
FAQs
The 3333 rule applies to the number of foods to create the perfect board. To follow the 3,3,3,3 rule, stick to three cheeses, three meats, three starches, and three accoutrements.
What are 5 things to avoid on a charcuterie board? ›
CHARCUTERIE // Stop Adding These 10 Ingredients To Your Charcuterie Boards!
- STINKY CHEESES. The cheese section at the grocery store can be overwhelming and intimidating. ...
- FRUITS THAT GO BROWN. ...
- SPICY FOODS. ...
- CRACKERS & BREAD. ...
- Veggies. ...
- Allergens and Sensitivities. ...
- Dips, Sauces and Jams. ...
- Boring and Bland Foods.
The 3333 rule applies to the number of foods to create the perfect board. To follow the 3,3,3,3 rule, stick to three cheeses, three meats, three starches, and three accoutrements.
What should be on a good charcuterie board? ›
Recipe Ingredients
- Cured meat. Use a selection of 3-4 different cured meats for your charcuterie board. ...
- Cheese. Select 4 or more cheeses of varying texture and flavor. ...
- Bread and crackers. I love to include a baguette with a charcuterie board. ...
- Nuts and chocolate. ...
- Condiments and jams. ...
- Fruit. ...
- Garnish.
The most popular charcuterie meat is capocollo, a thin Italian pork cold cut, which is most popular in 15 states, including Nebraska and Pennsylvania. Following closely behind in 14 states is pâté, a variety of different meats ground together to create a meat paste.
What are 3 good cheeses for a charcuterie board? ›
Here are the best cheeses for your charcuterie board
- Hard cheese: chunks of parmesan, aged gouda, asiago.
- Firm cheese: gruyere, comte, manchego, colby, cheddar.
- Semi-soft cheese: havarti, butterkäse, muenster.
- Soft cheese: burrata, mascarpone, stracchino.
- Blue cheese: gorgonzola, dunbarton blue, marbled blue jack.
Rules to follow for the perfect Charcuterie Board
- Everything should be easily accessible. Hard cheeses should always be on the outside of the board. ...
- Something Hard, Something Soft & Something BLUE. ...
- Meats should stand out! ...
- Something Sweet & Something Spicy. ...
- Garnish!
In addition to balancing flavors (sweet, salty, sour), you also want to balance textures. For cheese, you'll want something hard, medium and soft. For meat, pair a thinly sliced meat (like prosciutto) with something a bit denser (like a salami) and something more spreadable (like a pate).
What goes first on a charcuterie board? ›
Start by adding structure with little dishes, then place your ingredients on the board starting with the largest elements like the cheeses and meats, followed by smaller items like crackers and fresh produce.
What is the best soft cheese for charcuterie? ›
The best cheese for charcuterie includes:
- Soft cheeses like brie or ricotta.
- Semi-firm cheeses like cheddar or emmentaler.
- Hard cheeses like aged gouda or aged cheddar, romano, or parmesan.
- Blue cheese like gorgonzola or a cheddar blue.
- Crumbly cheese like ricotta salata or cotija.
When it comes to what vegetables you should use for your vegetable charcuterie, almost any vegetable can work. Some easy favorite vegetables to incorporate in your boards include, carrots, celery, bell peppers, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, asparagus and green beans.
What is the best meat for a charcuterie board? ›
Cured meats: Prosciutto, genoa salami, chorizo, sopressata, ham, and cured sausages are all classic choices for a charcuterie board. Cheese: Choose a variety of textures and flavors. A few options are soft brie, burrata and camembert. For firm cheese oprions try cheddar, manchego, Parmesan and gouda.
What fruit goes on a charcuterie board? ›
Some of our favorites include:
- Blackberries.
- Blueberries.
- Cantaloupe.
- Cherries.
- Grapes.
- Nectarines and Peaches.
- Watermelon.
- Raspberries.
Brie, with its velvety texture and mild, buttery flavor, is a timeless choice for charcuterie boards. Its creamy interior contrasts beautifully with the savory notes of cured meats, while the edible rind adds a subtle earthy element. Pair it with prosciutto or a spicy salami for a delightful combination.
What is the secret to a great charcuterie board? ›
After all that meat and cheese, you're going to need something to balance those rich flavors. Cairo suggests accenting the board with acidic pickles, crunchy nuts, whole grain mustard (Maille is his favorite brand), tinned fish, and something sweet like quince jam or a drizzle of honey.
Are there rules for charcuterie boards? ›
Depending on the size of your board, you should have one each of cow, sheep, and goat options with soft rind, firm, and hard cheeses in the mix. Flavors should range between nutty and mild to funky and unique. Rule of thumb: 1 cow, 1 sheep, 1 goat; 1 soft, 1 firm, 1 hard.
What is the healthiest charcuterie option? ›
What to include in a Healthy Charcuterie Board
- Spicy Roasted Cashews. Turmeric and cumin are at home in this recipe. ...
- Fruit. This is entirely seasonal, but I am partial to tomatoes, pomegranates, grapes, blueberries, and raspberries.
- Veggies. ...
- Marinated Greek Olives. ...
- Paleo Tzatziki Sauce. ...
- Almond flour crackers. ...
- Salami.
