How to Make the Ultimate Cheese Board with Brie, Tomme, Bocconcini & Fresh Cheese

Introduction

There’s nothing quite like a well-made cheese board — it’s equal parts indulgence, hospitality, and visual poetry. Whether you're entertaining at home or curating a menu for your restaurant, this grazing board brings together handcrafted cheeses and complementary bites in a way that feels generous, elegant, and deliciously satisfying.

This guide features some of our favourites: creamy Brie, firm Tomme slices, soft bocconcini, and our signature fresh cheese spread. Paired with toasted crostini, crackers, honey, nuts, and fruits, this is your go-to blueprint for creating a cheese board that’s equal parts crowd-pleaser and showstopper.

Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

• Spotted Cow Brie (or Camembay) – 6–8 slices, fanned into a petal shape
• Tomme Cheese – thick wedges, arranged in a zig-zag pattern
• Spotted Cow Bocconcini – whole pieces, served in a small bowl
• Spotted Cow Fresh Cheese Spread – served in a bowl and topped with rosemary
• Mini toasts or crostini – lightly crisped
• Salted crackers – plain or seeded
• Raw honey – served in a bowl with a honey dipper
• Seedless red grapes – rinsed and left on the vine
• Walnuts – a generous handful
• Gherkins – served in a ramekin
• Kiwi slices – optional, for colour
• Fresh herbs – rosemary, sage, or bay leaves

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cheeses: Cut the brie into even slices and fan into a flower shape. Slice the tomme into thick wedges and arrange in a zig-zag. Place the bocconcini and fresh cheese spread into bowls.
2. Anchor the Board: Place your cheese bowls (bocconcini, fresh cheese, honey) in a triangle to create balance.
3. Layer in the Crunch: Add crostini and crackers around the cheeses. Alternate textures for contrast.
4. Add Colour & Sweetness: Place red grapes and kiwi slices for vibrant contrast. Add the honey.
5. Fill in with Accents: Add walnuts and gherkins in clusters or ramekins. Garnish with herbs.
6. Let It Breathe: Let cheeses sit for 30–45 minutes before serving for best flavor and texture.

Pro Tips

• Balance: Use a mix of soft, firm, creamy, sweet, and salty elements.
• Odd Numbers: Group cheeses and bowls in odd numbers for a natural layout.
• Negative Space: Don’t overcrowd — space helps each item shine.

Serving Suggestions

This cheese board is perfect for:

• Hosting intimate dinners at home
• Grazing tables at events
• Wine & cheese nights
• Restaurant or hotel welcome platters
• Gifting (pair with a bottle of wine)

Shop the Cheeses

All the cheeses featured here are handcrafted by us at Spotted Cow Fromagerie. Order directly via our online store or find us at top gourmet retailers and partner hotels across India.