A cheese and wine party is a delightful and sophisticated way to bring friends and family together for an evening of tasteful indulgence.
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1. Choose a Date and send Invitations:
- Maybe a bit obvious, but pick a date and time that works for you and your guests. Send out invitations well in advance, either digitally or on paper, with details about the event.
Wine and Cheese party
Here is an invite for a ‘Wine and Cheese’ party. Is that different to a ‘Cheese and Wine’ party, discuss.
2. Wine and Cheese Pairings:
- You could choose a theme for your wine and cheese party, such as a certain country. EG French wines with French Cheeses.
- Or for a wider variety you could research wine and cheese pairings to create a harmonious tasting experience.
- Common pairings include:
- Red wine with aged cheddar.
- White wine with brie or camembert.
- Sauvignon Blanc with goat cheese.
- Cabernet Sauvignon with gouda.
- Also it would be goood to include some non-alcoholic wine, there are loads to choose from now.
Wine and Cheese Pairing Swatchbook
A practical twist on wine and cheese pairings that includes detailed information about the history, production, and unique flavor of 50 of the world’s finest cheeses.
3. Complementary Accompaniments:
- As well as cheese have items such as:
- Fresh baguette or crackers.
- Fresh and dried fruits (grapes, apples, figs).
- Nuts (almonds, walnuts).
- Olives.
- Honey or fruit preserves.
Wine and Chocolate pairing
After all that cheese how about a bit of Wine with Chocolate. Take a look at this printable pairing guide.
Personal Cheese board
It might be a bit extravagant to get all your guests a personalised Cheese board, but you could get your self one!
4. Dietary Considerations: – Ask your guests in advance about any dietary restrictions or allergies to ensure everyone can enjoy the offerings.
5. Presentation:
- Display the cheeses on wooden boards or slate platters with labels. Provide separate wine glasses for each guest.
Wine and Cheese Party Markers/labels
These are 2″ circles to mark your cheese for a wine and cheese party, you will need to buy a 2″ hole punch. Punch out two of each then glue the backs together with a toothpick between them.
6. Setting the scene:
- Enhance the atmosphere with dimmed lighting, candles, and soft music to create a cosy and sophisticated setting.
LED Flameless Flickering Tea Lights
Battery operate tea light candles are ideal for your table centre pieces.
7. Tasting Notes:
- Create tasting notes for each wine and cheese combination, providing information about the flavors and origins. Guests can use these as reference guides.
8. Wine Tasting Activity:
- Consider a wine tasting activity where guests can rate the wines and discuss their preferences.
Wine Bingo
Everyone loves bingo, especially after a glass of wine. This downloadable one is a great game,
