Christmas time is for gathering, sharing, and indulging in the foods that make us happiest, and what could be more joyful than cheese? Whether is the centrepiece of your table or a delicious surprise in every course, cheese brings people together and adds a touch of magic to every festive meal. This year, turn every bite into a celebration and give your Christmas menu a gourmet twist The Cheese Lover way!
Here’s a little festive fun to get you started:
Why did the Christmas cheeseboard get promoted?
Because it is always the best at ‘brie-ing’ people!
A Three-Course Christmas Feast
Starters
Cranberry Filo Christmas Crackers
Start your celebration with a playful and elegant appetiser. These crackers are made by wrapping creamy Chavroux Goat’s Cheese Log and tangy cranberries in crisp, golden filo pastry, then twisting the ends to look just like Christmas crackers. Each bite is a perfect balance of creamy, tart, and flaky, guaranteed to get everyone in the holiday spirit.
Saint Agur Crème Puff Pastry Tree
Truly an eye-catching starter. The flaky puff pastry is generously filled with rich and creamy Saint Agur Blue Crème, then shaped into a stunning Christmas tree design before put into the oven to bake. Each pull-apart piece is buttery, bold, and irresistible savoury, perfect for sharing and guaranteed to impress your guests from the very first bite.
Main
For the main course, delight your family and friends with golden puff pastry parcels filled with the mild and creamy Chavroux Goat’s Cheese Log. The pastry is beautifully crisp on the outside, while the cheese inside melts to perfection. Add a layer or finely chopped mushrooms and shallots for extra flavour, and serve with a winter salad of rocket, toasted walnuts, and pomegranate seeds. This dish is rich and satisfying, yet light enough to leave room for more festive treats!
Cheeseboard
Christmas without a stunning cheeseboard feels very incomplete. It is the spotlight of the evening. Picture this: a board bursting with creamy Le Rustique Brie, bold Saint Agur Blue, velvety Caprice des Dieux, bite-sized Appeteasers, and the variety of cheeses available on the Haute Fromagerie French and British Cheese Selections; all ready for your family, friends, and guests to dive in and discover their favourites. But the fun doesn’t spot at the cheese! Surround your starts with a supporting cast of festive treats:
- Red and green grapes for a merry pop of colour
- Pomegranate seeds and dried cranberries for a sweet, jewel-like sparkle
- Cinnamon-spiced and candied walnuts for that cosy, Christmassy vibe
- Crisp apple and pear slices for a refreshing crunch
- Festive cranberry chutney, cinnamon & apple chutney, and a fig jam for a tangy twist
- A choice of your favourite crackers is a must!
- Prosciutto and salami roses (yes, you can make roses out of salami) elevating the look of the board
Dessert
For your sweet tooth, Saint Agur Macarons is the perfect go to. Not too filling, not too light. These delicate French treats pair sweet, crisp macaron shells with a creamy Saint Agur Blue Cheese filling. The result is a sophisticated, sweet-and-savoury finale that will surprise and delight your guests, especially when served with a glass of dessert wine or port.
As the fairy lights twinkle and laughter fills in the air, let your Christmas table shine with warmth, flavour, and a touch of cheesy magic. Here’s to a holiday season that’s merry, bright, and delicious; one you’ll “brie-member” forever! Happy Christmas and happy feasting!
