Sparkle & Shine Memorial Day Cheese Board
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Let's get ready for the holiday weekend with this festive summer board that is sure to "Sparkle & Shine."
Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer. It's a time for gathering with family and friends, firing up the grill, and enjoying good food together. A festive cheese board is one of the easiest ways to bring everyone around the table while celebrating the red, white, and blue spirit of the holiday.
This Memorial Day inspired cheese board combines fresh seasonal ingredients, artisan sheep milk cheese, and colorful additions that create a board worthy of any backyard gathering.
Start with the Cheese
The foundation of any great cheese board is, of course, the cheese.
For a festive summer board, try including:
- Driftless Garlic & Herb
- Driftless Natural
- Farmstead Feta
- Bohemian Blue
The variety of textures and flavors gives guests plenty of options while showcasing the richness of sheep milk cheese.
Add Red, White, and Blue Elements
Create a patriotic feel using naturally colorful ingredients.
Red
- Strawberries
- Watermelon cubes
- Cherry tomatoes
- Raspberries
White
- Sheep milk cheeses
- White crackers
- Mozzarella pearls
- Cauliflower florets
Blue
- Blueberries
- Bohemian Blue cheese
- Blue corn crackers
The colors add visual appeal without requiring complicated decorations.
Include Fresh Summer Flavors
Memorial Day is all about welcoming summer.
Add:
- Snap peas
- Cucumbers
- Fresh herbs
- Honey
- Roasted nuts
These ingredients bring freshness and crunch while complementing the creamy texture of the cheese.
Add a Few Crowd Favorites
To make the board feel substantial enough for a holiday gathering, include:
- Salami or summer sausage
- Mixed nuts
- Pretzels
- Crackers
- Sliced baguette
These simple additions help turn the cheese board into a centerpiece guests can enjoy throughout the day.
Make It Feel Festive
Arrange ingredients in clusters and alternate colors throughout the board. Place the cheeses first, then build around them with fruits, vegetables, and accompaniments.
Finish with small sprigs of fresh herbs to give the board a fresh-from-the-garden feel.
Remember, cheese boards do not need to be perfect. The goal is to create something inviting and easy for guests to enjoy.
Gather Around the Table
Memorial Day weekend is about spending time with the people who matter most. Whether you're hosting a backyard cookout, enjoying a day at the lake, or simply gathering on the patio, a cheese board makes entertaining simple and enjoyable.
At Hidden Springs Creamery, we believe good cheese has a way of bringing people together. This holiday weekend, celebrate the start of summer with a board that is ready to sparkle, shine, and be shared. 🧀☀️🇺🇸
