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ENTERTAINING 202 3 culturecheesemag.com 9 CHEESE BITES Around the Board written by Josie Krogh 1 Tangy and crunchy, Dillys Mild Green Beans are a ref reshing addition to any board. Picked at peak ripeness by the pickle experts at Dillys Pickled Veggies, these bright and acidic dilly beans pair well with a wide variety of cheeses. Try them with a zesty cheddar and smear of chicken liver mousse or swap out the standard cornichon for an unexpected twist on a classic. 2 Gilbert and Bernard, the brainchild of specialty food veterans Hannah Bae and Scott Bridi, brings artisan pâtés made with pasture-raised meats to your charcuterie board. The Wild Mushroom Pâté is made with country-style pork mixed with a rich blend of shiitake and porcini mushrooms and herbaceous vermouth creating a burst of earthy flavor that stands up to complex red wines and pairs well with nutty Alpine cheeses such as Chällerhocker. 3 Who says you can't have your cheese and eat it too? Joyfull Bakery's Seeded Parmesan Crackers are made with 100 percent aged parmesan and studded with a mix of sunflower, pumpkin, sesame, millet, and flax seeds. The seeds add complexity and richness not found in your average cheese crisp, making them an unexpected addition to a cheese plate. Pair them with your favorite cheese or simply enjoy them as a standalone snack. 4 Seed and Mill's Halva Coated Pecans are like the cool, older cousin of pralines. These crunchy, roasted pecans are coated in a layer of Seed and Mill's velvety halva—a confection made of sesame paste and sugar—to create a rich and complex sweet treat. Serve these crispy, melt-in-your-mouth treats with a goat's milk gouda, such as Brabander, for a sweet-and-salty pairing filled with contrasting textures. 5 Savor the fusion of zesty orange and f ragrant cardamom in Bumbleberry Farms' Sweet Orange Cardamom Honey Cream Spread. These award-winning spreads start with ethically sourced honey that's whipped to perfection with whole milk and butter, resulting in a decadent mixture equally suitable for smearing on cinnamon buns as it is adorning a cheese plate. Try it on a pungent blue or washed-rind cheese to complement the spread's citrusy, floral notes. c

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