Where Art Meets Food
Written by: Fredda Kovacs
Photography: Provided
Charcuterie (shar-KOO-ta-REE) Boards are all the rage these days and deservedly so. Steeped in centuries old tradition, charcuterie is enjoying a renaissance as today’s boards represent ‘art meets food’.
Charcuterie is a French term devoted to prepared meat products, originally intended as a way to preserve meat before the advent of refrigeration. In addition to a wide array of meats, you’ll also find an assortment of cheeses, fruits, artisan breads and crackers, olives, and spreads like honey, preserves or jams.
Today, they are prepared for their beautiful art forms as much as they are for pleasing the palate. No matter the occasion, Charcuties (the term for those who prepare charcuteries) impress and delight us with their unique and flavorful creations.
Locally, we have well-seasoned, talented Charcuties who have changed the way we graze.
THE PLATE2PALATE CHARCUTERIE
Stacey Stinnett 317-446-9737
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The Plate2Palate Charcuterie is a southside woman-owned business. Stacey fell in love creating art with food through charcuterie, finding the best combinations of meats and cheeses to accompany any event from appetizer boards to grazing tables. During the day, she loves helping children as a nurse at a local children’s hospital. Stacey also wants to help take the stress out of worrying what to serve at your event so you can be the best hostess!
CEDAR + ROSE
Brittany Flaugher & Anesa Abdalla 317-414-6458
Instagram: @CedarRoseCharcuterie
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Cedar + Rose is a local online charcuterie parlor that specializes in creating unique charcuterie displays for any occasion. They offer various boards, cups, cones, grazing tables, as well as grazing walls for your next big event. Follow them on their social media pages to view their menu and endless styling options. At Cedar + Rose, they are passionate about building community and creating a lasting experience through every order!
CULINARY ADVENTURES WITH PAM
Pam Cooley 317-440-5503
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This woman-owned/family-operated business has cheese and charcuterie boards for absolutely every occasion. And they don’t just stop at your average appetizer board, they also feature grazing boxes, dessert, color-themed candy and boards that come in cups for that mingling crowd. Culinary Adventures with Pam has something delicious for everyone, from catering to Home Cooked 2U Pickup Meals. Check them out on Facebook.
