Pâtétaining: Epic Deli Party Spreads Made Easy

Make your party an event to remember with an authentic deli-style party platter!

Forget the traditional cold cuts and buns on a platter – make it a real gourmet delicatessen experience for your guests with Alexian!

Presentation
Display your selections in a different way – try adding height to your table to save space and to create points of differentiation amongst them. Gather a few small boxes and place them upside-down on your table. Cover them with your tablecloth, or a decorative napkin and place one of your serving trays on top. For an interactive feel, display your meats and cheeses un-cut, alongside a knife with which to cut them. Or you may provide already cut selections, which makes for an easy, hassle-free experience for your guests.

Selection
Providing a few versatile staples should be sufficient for your guests' tastes. Offering a variety of condiments like mustards, flavored mayos and hot sauces, can dress up your staples and allow for a mix-and-match experience that your guests will enjoy. Offer two or three types of charcuterie along with at least two types of cheese, vegetables, crackers and breads.

Gourmet Flare
Often, the best deli selections are those which offer something different. Gourmet pickles are an easy way to add a little something special to your spread. Chopped cornichons, sweet pickles, sour pickles, dills, and hot & spicy pickles are just a few pickle varieties that will offer texture and flavor to your charcuterie selection. Adding Alexian Pâté is another easy way to add gourmet flare and will surely impress your guests. Be sure to add both coarse cuts and mousses so guests have a variety from which to choose. Our Chicken Ballotine is a nice combination of savory and sweet that will add a bit of diversity to your table. For a smoother texture, Chicken Liver Mousse is a versatile option.

Serving
Delis serve their fair share of gourmet items in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. Mimic this simple deli style by laying kraft paper over a plastic sandwich tray, or display your items on an understated large cutting board. The classic feel will allow the quality and freshness of your ingredients to take the spotlight.