Shareable, packable, picnic-ready

Giant shareable sandwiches are perfect for summer picnics, the beach, or any get-together calling for a party sub, and pâté adds a delicious gourmet upgrade. Instead of defaulting to layers of deli meat, choose high-quality ingredients with flavors that impress a crowd.

What to put on a Giant Pâté Sandwich
Savory mousses are convenient proteins for party sandwiches. Just spread a thick layer onto each side of your bread as the main sandwich protein, or layer in other complementary meats. For a heartier option, add slices of coarse-cut pâtés, or spread decadent shredded rillette.

Shareable Sandwich Assembly

  • Make and pack a giant pâté sandwich in minutes, or stop and grab the ingredients to prepare them right on the spot, from a picnic blanket, patio table, or even sitting beachside.
  • Big sandwiches are best made on long, sturdy loaves like French baguettes or Italian filone, ciabatta, and focaccia. We prefer a classic baguette, starting by slicing it lengthwise.
  • Add your pâtes; spread your mousse or shredded rillette on each side of the bread for good measure. Slice and layer coarse-cut pâtes as sandwich proteins too.
  • For toppings, go the classic route with cheese, pickles, a bit of mustard, or get creative with fresh seasonal produce, luxury ingredients like balls of burrata, artisanal honeys, oils, and jams.
  • Slice your finished sandwich into sections to share, whether it’s three larger lunch-size sections or smaller one-hander-style bites.

Pâté Party Sandwich Ideas

  • Duck Rillette — The rich, decadent flavor of duck rillette marries beautifully with ripe summer stone fruits; just add peppery arugula, a broken ball of burrata, and a hot honey drizzle for a sandwich that tastes like a five-star meal.
  • Truffle Mousse —Pair the umami flavor of our Truffle Mousse with in-season tomatoes, red onion, pickles, and freshly cracked pepper.
  • Chicken Liver Mousse — For a Banh-mi-style sandwich, layer our classic chicken liver mousse on a crisp baguette with pickled veggies, cilantro, and pork or Vietnamese ham.
  • Duck Liver Mousse and Pork with Cognac — Its rich, savory flavor works fabulously with soft-ripened brie, fresh figs, fresh greens, and a drizzle of balsamic.

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