Wine Night In – With Snacks That Slap

May 31, 2025

🍷 The Red Wine Set: A Luxurious Snack Board for Sipping and Snacking

When red wine is on the table…


🧀 What’s in The Red Wine Set?



This curated cart hits every note…

  • Boursin Cheese
  • Castelvetrano Olives
  • Prosciutto or Speck
  • Truffle or Rosemary Popcorn
  • Grapes or Figs
  • Sourdough Crackers or Crostini
  • Chocolate‑Covered Almonds or Dark Chocolate Bark
  • Red Wine: Pinot Noir or GSM Blend
    • Pinot Noir
    • GSM Blend


📐 How to Arrange It All: The Snack Plate Layout

Presentation is part of the pleasure…

  • 🧀 Cheese Mound:
  • 🥓 Torn Prosciutto Ribbons:
  • 🫒 Olives in a Small Ramekin:
  • 🍞 Piled Crackers:
  • 🍿 Popcorn Heap:
  • 🍇 Grapes or Figs:
  • 🍫 Chocolate Corner:


💡 Styling Tips

  • Keep the wine slightly chilled…
  • Use ramekins for messy items…
  • Leave some negative space…

This isn’t just a snack—it’s an atmosphere. Pour, pile, and enjoy. 🍷

🍾✨ The White Wine Set: A Bright & Elegant Snack Board

Fresh, zesty, and picnic-glam, The White Wine Set is a love letter to summer snacks. Creamy cheese, golden nuts, smoked salmon curls, and a chilled bottle ready to pop.

Think of it as sunshine in grazing form—with all the finesse of a garden brunch and the breezy ease of a weekday treat.

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🧺 What’s in This Gorgeous Cart?

  • 🧀 Goat Cheese or Herbed Boursin: Fluffy, tangy, and heavenly with Sauvignon Blanc. Bonus points for adding lemon zest on top.
  • 🥜 Marcona Almonds: Soft and buttery with just enough salt to make your wine sparkle.
  • 🐟 Smoked Salmon or Gravlax: Velvety and savory—fold it into little ribbons and chill till showtime.
  • 🫒 Marinated Olives (Lemon + Rosemary): Zesty little gems that echo citrus notes in your wine.
  • 🥒 Cucumber Slices or Endive Leaves: Crisp, juicy scoops for cheese or salmon—bonus: zero crumbs.
  • 🍞 Crostini or Multigrain Crackers: Toasty little shovels for layering all the good stuff. Go grainy for texture.
  • 🍇 Fresh Grapes or Citrus Segments: Juicy, tart, and the perfect reset bite between rich flavors.
  • 🍯 Honeycomb or Fig Jam: That sweet drizzle moment—divine with goat cheese and almonds.
  • 🍷 Your White Wine Lineup:
    • Sauvignon Blanc – Light, green, zippy. Perfect with everything here.
    • Pinot Grigio – A clean canvas with delicate fruit notes.
    • Chardonnay (Unoaked) – Smooth and mineral, especially good with salmon.wine and cheese day with a summer snack board — cerriously

📐 Layout Vibes: Build the Perfect Plate

Imagine you’re styling for a magazine shoot—this board should glow. Use a pale wood platter or white ceramic for brightness. Arrange like a clock, mixing soft curves with bold clusters:

  • 🧀 Centerpiece Cheese Pile: Start in the middle with your herbed cheese, swirled or spread casually. Add a gold spoon or small knife.
  • 🐟 Ribbons of Salmon: Fold and tuck around one side. Think soft petals, not stacks.
  • 🫒 Olive Nest: Pour marinated olives into a glass or ceramic ramekin and wedge it slightly off-center.
  • 🥒 Rows of Fresh Veg: Fan cucumber or endive outward like rays of light.
  • 🍞 Crackers, Neatly Layered: Stack or tuck into pockets along the edges. Bonus if you have 2 types for visual variety.
  • 🍇 Fruit Pop: Drop grapes or citrus in 2–3 bright spots—like edible highlights.
  • 🍯 Sweet Accent: Spoon a dollop of jam or break off a piece of honeycomb in one corner for a little glisten.Fall Wine & Cheese Board - Fashionable Hostess

🌸✨ The Rosé Wine Set: A Light & Fruity Snack Board for Perfect Pairing

There’s nothing quite like the delicate charm of a crisp, dry rosé on a sunny afternoon or breezy evening. The Rosé Wine Set embraces this vibe with snacks that highlight fresh fruitiness, subtle herbs, and a whisper of saltiness — all balanced by the wine’s refreshing acidity. It’s a snack board that feels effortlessly elegant and endlessly inviting.

Whether you’re lounging poolside, hosting a garden party, or simply craving a fresh, pretty spread, this collection is your ticket to that classic rosé moment.

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🧺 What’s in The Rosé Wine Set?

This cart is all about light, bright, and fragrant elements that bring out the best in dry rosé’s floral and fruity notes.

  1. Fresh Mozzarella Balls or Burrata
    Creamy, mild, and cool—perfect for softening the acidity of rosé while adding a silky texture. Burrata’s rich creaminess takes it up a notch if you want something indulgent.
  2. Strawberries or Watermelon Cubes
    Juicy, sweet, and refreshing, these fruits add bursts of color and coolness that echo the wine’s natural fruitiness.
  3. Herb-Marinated Olives (Thyme or Rosemary)
    Savory with a fragrant twist, these olives bring subtle herbal complexity and balance the sweetness of the fruit.
  4. Prosciutto or Lightly Cured Ham
    Delicate saltiness with a melt-in-your-mouth texture that complements the crisp wine and fresh cheese.
  5. Sea Salt & Vinegar Almonds or Pistachios
    Tangy, crunchy, and a little unexpected, these nuts add texture and a perfect salty contrast.
  6. Light, Flaky Crackers or Crostini
    Neutral and crisp, these serve as a simple canvas to build flavorful bites.
  7. Peach or Apricot Jam
    Fruity and sweet, this jam pairs beautifully with cheese and adds a layer of lusciousness.
  8. A Bottle of Chilled Dry Rosé
    Crisp, floral, and slightly fruity—rosé is the refreshing thread tying this entire board together.
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📐 How to Arrange It All: The Snack Plate Layout

Creating a rosé snack board is about freshness, color, and light elegance. Choose a large, pale-toned platter or wooden board to make the hues pop, then follow this arrangement for a visually stunning, balanced spread:

🧀 Soft Cheese Mound in the Center

Place your fresh mozzarella balls or burrata right in the center as the creamy heart of the board. If using burrata, keep the knife nearby for guests to scoop out that luscious center.

🍓 Fresh Fruit Clusters Nearby

Group strawberries or watermelon cubes close to the cheese mound. The reds and pinks create a juicy, inviting pop of color and keep everything feeling fresh and vibrant.

🫒 Small Ramekin of Herb-Marinated Olives

Nestle a small bowl of thyme or rosemary marinated olives near the cheese or fruit, adding a glossy, herbal green accent that also helps break up textures.

🥓 Thin Ribbons of Prosciutto or Ham

Arrange delicate folds or ribbons of prosciutto or lightly cured ham around the perimeter or in small piles near the cheese. Their silky texture adds richness without heaviness.

🌰 Scattered Salty Nuts

Sprinkle sea salt & vinegar almonds or pistachios throughout the board to add unexpected crunch and a tangy punch.

🍞 Crisp Crackers Positioned for Easy Grabbing

Tuck light, flaky crackers or crostini in clusters around the edges or near the cheese and meats. Their neutral crunch invites layering and creativity.

🍑 Jam in a Tiny Dish

Add a small dish of peach or apricot jam near the cheese, with a tiny spoon for drizzling or dolloping. This sweet touch is perfect for balancing salt and acidity.

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✨ Final Notes

  • Serve your rosé well-chilled, ideally around 45°F (7°C) for a crisp, refreshing sip.
  • Keep the presentation airy—don’t overcrowd the board to let each element shine.
  • The mix of fruit, herbs, salt, and creaminess makes this board a perfect match for rosé’s fresh, floral character.

Light, fresh, and elegant, The Rosé Wine Set invites you to slow down, savor each bite, and sip in style. 🌸🍷

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