SUBMITTED BY Lisa Collins
GRAZE CRAZE CENTENNIAL
Graduating from high school or college is a significant milestone that deserves to be celebrated. Hosting a graduation party is a great way to honor the graduate and to bring friends and family together. While hosting such a party can be a daunting task, with a little planning and creativity, you can make it an elegant and memorable event that your guests will cherish for years to come. In this article, we will discuss some tips and tricks to elevate your graduation party and make it a truly special occasion, with a focus on how charcuterie can be a wonderful option.
First, let’s talk about the theme. Choosing a theme for the event can help you narrow down décor options. Some popular themes include black and gold, school colors or a beach or mountain-themed party. Once you’ve selected a theme, a venue will be the next important thing to consider.
You don’t have to rent an expensive event space to host a great graduation party. You can transform your backyard or living room into a festive celebration with some simple decorations. Balloons, banners, and streamers in the graduate’s school colors can go a long way in setting the mood. Should you choose to rent a space, banquet halls, country clubs, HOA communities and even some churches or religious institutions can offer space for rent.
After the venue, the food and beverages are the next critical aspects. Referring to the selected party theme can give you a start for this. When it comes to the menu, you have a lot of options. You can hire a caterer, have a potluck, or prepare the food yourself. If you want to keep it simple, you can serve appetizers, finger foods, and desserts. One elegant and easy option is a charcuterie board.
Charcuterie is a French term that refers to the art of preparing and preserving meat products. A charcuterie board typically includes a selection of cured meats, cheeses, crackers, bread, nuts, fruits, and spreads. It’s a great option for a graduation party because it’s easy to prepare, looks elegant, and offers a variety of flavors and textures.
To make a charcuterie board, start by selecting a variety of cured meats, such as prosciutto, salami, and chorizo. Next, choose a selection of cheeses, such as brie, cheddar, and gouda. Add some crackers and bread, such as baguette slices or water crackers. Then, add some nuts, such as almonds or walnuts, and some fresh or dried fruits, such as grapes or figs. Finally, add some spreads, such as honey or jam.
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