Bridal Shower Bubbly Board (Printable)

Elegant white and yellow cheeses, fruits, and accents arranged for a chic presentation with sparkling wine.

# Ingredient List:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz triple cream brie, cut into small wedges
02 - 5.3 oz manchego, sliced into thin triangles
03 - 5.3 oz aged white cheddar, cubed

→ Fruits

04 - 1 cup white grapes, small clusters
05 - 2 pears, thinly sliced
06 - 1 cup pineapple, diced
07 - 1 cup fresh lychee, peeled and pitted

→ Accents

08 - ½ cup Marcona almonds
09 - ½ cup white chocolate truffles
10 - ¼ cup lemon curd, served in a small bowl
11 - ½ cup plain or vanilla yogurt-covered pretzels
12 - Edible white or yellow flowers (e.g., chamomile, pansies)

→ Breads & Crackers

13 - 1 baguette, sliced into uniform rounds
14 - 1 box water crackers

→ Beverages

15 - 2 bottles dry sparkling wine (Champagne, Cava, or Prosecco), well chilled
16 - Lemon twists or edible gold leaf (optional, for garnish)

# Directions:

01 - Slice cheeses and fruits into small, uniform pieces or clusters to ensure a cohesive presentation.
02 - Position cheese varieties in small, identical clusters spaced evenly across a large white or marble serving board.
03 - Alternate fruit clusters with cheese groups to create balanced color distribution across the board.
04 - Fill small bowls with lemon curd and place them on opposite sides of the board for symmetry.
05 - Group almonds, truffles, and pretzels in separate, symmetrical clusters around the board.
06 - Arrange bread rounds and crackers in neat, fanned stacks along the edges of the board.
07 - Decorate with edible flowers and optionally add edible gold leaf for an elegant finishing touch.
08 - Present immediately alongside chilled sparkling wine, offering lemon twists as a garnish for each glass.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks absolutely stunning with minimal effort, like you spent hours planning when you really just needed thirty minutes and a good eye for balance
  • Everything is cold and ready to go, so you can actually enjoy your guests instead of being stuck in the kitchen
  • The combination of creamy cheeses, crisp crackers, and sweet fruits with sparkling wine feels like pure celebration in every bite
  • It's naturally vegetarian and easily adaptable for friends with dietary restrictions, which means everyone at the table feels included
02 -
  • Temperature is everything with a grazing board. I learned this the hard way at a summer wedding when everything started looking tired after an hour. Keep it chilled until the last moment, and even then, replace anything that looks like it's wilting
  • Uniformity of presentation makes all the difference between a board that looks thoughtful and one that looks haphazard. Spend time slicing and arranging with intention, even if it takes an extra fifteen minutes
  • Keep pears and other delicate fruits until the very end. They brown quickly and can make the whole board look sad if they're sitting around getting oxidized
03 -
  • Invest in a beautiful marble or white serving board; it's the foundation of everything and makes a real difference in how the final presentation looks
  • Slice everything to order if possible, or cover delicate items like pears with a barely damp paper towel to prevent browning without making things wet
  • Taste everything as you arrange to make sure the flavors work together, and don't hesitate to adjust quantities based on what your palate tells you
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