11 Best Charcuterie Books for Your Next Gathering

Graze by Suzanne Lenzer is an inspiring cookbook that offers creative and delicious ideas for small plates and charcuterie boards. The author emphasizes the importance of meandering meals and encourages readers to take their time and enjoy the process of creating beautiful and tasty spreads. With over 100 recipes and helpful tips for presentation and pairing, Graze is a great resource for both novice and experienced cooks who want to elevate their charcuterie game. Whether you’re looking to create a stunning appetizer board for a dinner party or a simple snack board for a cozy night in, this cookbook has something for everyone. With its gorgeous photography and easy-to-follow recipes, Graze is sure to become a go-to resource for any charcuterie lover.

Looking for a fun and creative way to impress your guests at your next party or gathering? Look no further than “The Art of the Board: Fun & Fancy Snack Boards, Recipes & Ideas for Entertaining All Year” by Olivia Carney. This beautifully designed book has over 75 seasonally inspired ideas for creating stunning and mouth-watering snack boards that will elevate your entertaining game. Carney’s book is not just a cookbook, it’s a work of art that will inspire you to explore the world of charcuterie and snack boards in new and exciting ways. With tips on ingredient selection, presentation, and wine pairings, you can create a memorable and impressive spread that your guests will remember.

With each board labeled with its difficulty level, approximate cost, and dietary accommodations, you can easily find a show-stopping spread that fits your lifestyle and budget. Whether you’re hosting a casual get-together or a fancy soirée, “The Art of the Board” is the ultimate guide for anyone looking to elevate their snack board game. Get ready to impress and delight your guests with stunning and delicious snack boards that are as fun to create as they are to eat!

If you only pick one book from the list, this is the BOOK! This fantastic book features over 150 of America Test Kitchen’s foolproof recipes that you can use to build your charcuterie board around or add that special homemade touch. You’ll find everything from classic cheese and charcuterie to modern twists incorporating unexpected ingredients like a bloody mary board or a customizable baked potato board. With clear, easy-to-follow instructions and beautiful photography, this book makes it easy to create stunning and delicious spreads that are perfect for any occasion. From platter-worthy Steak Frites to better-than-store-bought dips and everything in between, “Boards” has you covered. Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering or an elegant dinner party, this book is a must-have for anyone who loves entertaining. 

These snack boards from Maegan Brown, better known as The BakerMama, will catch your eye and tantalize your taste buds with their creative and whimsical arrangements of fresh and prepared foods. From a delightful shamrock-shaped board featuring green, white, and orange snacks for St. Patrick’s Day to a vibrant fruit-and-veggie rainbow with cracker clouds that will brighten up any day, these boards are visually exciting and deliciously enticing. Not only are they perfect for family meals and snacks, but they also make great options for holidays, special occasions, and entertaining guests. Each board is accompanied by a stunning, large photo and easy-to-follow instructions, making it simple to recreate at home. In this book, you’ll find a variety of boards, including a Bagel Board, Winter Wonderland Board, Charcuterie and Cheese Board, and more. And with tips from The BakerMama herself, you’ll be a board master in no time! Beautiful Boards is a must-have for anyone looking to impress their loved ones and make mealtimes more enjoyable.

This gorgeous book by Shelly Westerhausen is packed with creative and easy board ideas for beautiful spreads that will impress all your guests. From the simplest of snacks to the most elaborate feasts, Platters and Boards will guide you through every step of creating your own boards with the perfect presentation. She shares tips on selecting the best ingredients and tools, and ideas for themes, color schemes, and textures; this book will inspire you to create amazing spreads that will delight your guests and make you the ultimate host or hostess.

Stunning Spreads is the ultimate guide to creating beautifully presented and deliciously irresistible spreads for any occasion. From casual get-togethers to elegant parties, this book offers many options for every taste and budget. With step-by-step instructions, mouthwatering photography, and creative ideas for styling, you’ll learn how to assemble stunning charcuterie boards, cheese plates, fondue platters, and more. The book also includes recipes for homemade dips, spreads, and condiments to take your spreads to the next level. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, bridal shower, or game day gathering, Stunning Spreads will inspire you to create impressive and memorable spreads that your guests will love.

You’ll want to get your hands on The Cheese Board Deck: 50 Cards for Styling Spreads, Savory, and Sweet Cards by Meg Quinn. This delightful deck of cards includes 50 gorgeous photos of cheese boards and easy-to-follow instructions on creating beautiful, delicious spreads for any occasion. You’ll learn how to pair different cheeses with fruits, nuts, and other accompaniments and create themed boards for holidays and events. From elegant charcuterie boards to fun and whimsical dessert boards, this deck has everything you need to impress your guests and elevate your cheese game. Plus, the compact size makes it easy to take on the go or keep in your kitchen for quick reference. Whether you’re a seasoned cheese connoisseur or just starting to explore the world of cheese boards, The Cheese Board Deck is a must-have for anyone who loves to entertain and indulge in the deliciousness of cheese.

On Boards: Simple & Inspiring Recipe Ideas to Share at Every Gathering is a cookbook by Lisa Dawn Bolton that provides an exciting and creative approach to entertaining. The book has beautiful photographs and features over 50 easy-to-follow recipes for stunning and delicious boards, platters, and grazing tables. Whether you’re hosting a small gathering or a big party, this cookbook has something for every occasion. From elegant cheese and charcuterie boards to brunch boards, dessert boards, and more, the recipes are designed to help you create memorable and Instagram-worthy spreads. Each recipe includes helpful tips on presentation, styling, and sourcing ingredients. 

In Pâté, Confit, Rillette, Brian Polcyn, and Michael Ruhlman reveal the secrets of the charcuterie tradition with their masterful guide to the most refined and approachable branch of this art form. The rich and flavorful taste of pâté de foie gras or a slice of duck confit spread on a crispy piece of bread is truly a culinary delight. These dishes, rillettes, and more were initially created to avoid wasting any part of the animal and utilize it in the most delicious way possible. With this book, you can explore this alchemy and discover how to transform humble meat cuts into pure gold. Polcyn and Ruhlman expertly guide you through the process with essential instructions on how to control temperature, select the best ingredients, and create the fundamental ratios of fat, meat, and seasoning. They also provide master recipes for classic and modern dishes, such as a succulent chicken terrine, a vegetarian layered potato terrine, and modern rillettes of shredded salmon and whitefish. With 35 gorgeous color photos, Pâté, Confit, Rillette is the definitive resource for anyone looking to master these timeless techniques and create exceptional dishes.

The Charcuterie: The Fatted Calf’s Guide to Making Sausage, Salumi, Pates, Roasts, Confits, and Other Meaty Goods [A Cookbook] is the ultimate guide for those who are passionate about charcuterie and want to learn the art of making it at home. Written by the master artisans and founders Taylor Boetticher and Toponia Miller at the Fatted Calf, renowned charcuterie in California, this cookbook features step-by-step instructions, techniques, and recipes to help you make your own sausage, salumi, pâtés, roasts, confits, and other meaty goods. With over 125 recipes, including classic and modern variations, this book will take you on a journey through the world of charcuterie, from the basics of sourcing and preparing meat to the intricacies of curing and preserving. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced charcuterie maker, this cookbook is a must-have for anyone who wants to master the art of making delicious cured meats and transform their kitchen into a charcuterie workshop.

 Are you interested in taking your meat-curing skills to the next level? Home Production of Quality Meats and Sausages is the perfect book for you! Written by Stanley Marianski and Adam Marianski, this comprehensive guide provides step-by-step instructions on making high-quality meats and sausages in the comfort of your home. With over 500 pages of information, including over 200 recipes, this book covers everything from selecting the proper meats and equipment to the meat-curing process. Whether a seasoned pro or a beginner, Home Production of Quality Meats and Sausages will inspire you to take your meat-curing to new heights.