Happy National Cheese Day! If you plan on celebrating the occasion with some classic, fresh-air hosting, a mouthwatering cheese board is non-negotiable.
But let's be honest: the cheddar + cracker combo? It has gotten a little tiring and boring. If you want a truly memorable board, you need a vibrant, tangy contrast to your favorite cheese... something like pickled vegetables!
Why the Cheese + Pickled Veggie Pairing Works
If there's a golden rule for snack board building, it would be this: meet fat with acid.
Because your go-to cheeses are mostly rich and creamy, eating them back-to-back can overwhelm your palate. That's when zesty pickled vegetables take center stage.
Their bright, crisp acidity cuts right through the fat. This helps cleanse your taste buds in between bites, so every mouthful tastes as incredible as the first.
Pairings Your Next Summer Snack Board Needs
Level up your National Cheese Day spread with three of our favorite flavor match-ups. We're confident your guests will also fall in love with them at first bite.
Pairing 1: Pickled Asparagus + Sharp White Cheddar
Savory and crunchy. Crumble the good aged cheddar into bite-sized chunks, then pile the snappy pickled asparagus spears right beside them.
Pairing 2: Pickled Carrots + Herbed Boursin
Slightly sweet and garlic-packed. Fan the pickled carrots around a wheel of Boursin cheese alongside pita chips or artisan crackers. Guests can use the chip/cracker as a base for the creamy cheese spread and the zesty, tangy carrot topping.
Pairing 3: Pickled Brussels Sprouts + Mild Gouda
Earthy and bold. Slice the Gouda into thin triangles and shingle them across the board like a deck of cards. Slice the pickled Brussels Sprouts in half and nestle them right along the edges of the cheese triangles for easy grabbing.
Other Flavor Combos Worth Exploring
- Pickled Green Beans (with Red Peppers) + Creamy Goat Cheese
- Pickled Okra + Monterey Jack
- Pickled Onions + Crumbly Blue Cheese
Boring Boards Need to Retire this Summer
Celebrate National Cheese Day the right way by giving your snack spread a vibrant new look!
With Foster's Pickled Vegetables, your summer hosting experience stays effortless and exciting! Gone are the dull, mostly beige spreads, as our different pickled vegetables bring bright pops of color to your boards. The softness of the cheese is also balanced by the signature snaps of our pickles, creating a "crave-able" texture your guests will find irresistible.
And the best part? Our pickled vegetables are ready-to-plate the second you pop the lid open. So why stress over preparing your snack board? Kickstart summer with Foster's!