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Artisan Charcuterie, Cheese, and Grazing platters made for any occasion. Message for more info!

Hello everyone and welcome to the passion project of A Cut Above the Rind Charcuterie and Cheese! My name is Jason and I've been a Cheesemonger and Charcuterie specialist since 2015 and counting. As of 2020 I received my American Cheese Society Certified Cheese Professional (ACS CCP) certification as well. Each board is meticulously made by hand with love, passion, and dedication so you can enjoy

till your heart's content! Please send me a message if you have any questions and I'll be happy to help make your vision a reality.

06/06/2024

If you're looking for something to satisfy and delight charcuterie & cheese is always a winner!
Every board is handcrafted with TLC and features an artisan display of unique cheeses, beautiful charcuterie, fresh fruits, and host of accoutrements. Depending on your preferences each one is customizable and is guaranteed to be a showstopper at your next gathering.
If you have any questions send over a message and I'll be happy to help!
As always have a wonderful day and thank you for stopping by!

04/14/2024

When you follow your passion and you do what you love work just isn't work anymore. It becomes an art form and a form of expression that you share with the world. Every day I have the joy of crafting these boards I also craft smiles and happiness for my clients and their guests. And for that I give my thanks and my eternal gratitude. Thank you to all who have helped me come this far and for allowing me to share my passion with you.
As always keep it cheesy folks and share the cheddar! Til next time!

03/26/2024

Today I bring you yet another beautiful board I created for one of my favorite cheese loving clients. I had to craft this one on a light time crunch. Nonetheless they were quite pleased with the results and even sent me a photo later for the clean plate club!
This time I wanted to introduce a couple of goat cheeses and "different" English cheeses for their palate. For that I brought in aged Bijou from Vermont, Smokin' Goat from Spain, a Double Gloucester with Chives and Onions from England, Red Dragon Cheddar with Mustard Seeds from England, and their favorite 3-year aged Gouda from the Netherlands. As for olives and sweets I introduced Blue Cheese Stuffed Olives, Sour Cherry Spread, and a Milk Chocolate with Bacon. For the fruits we chose Opal Apples, Bosc Pears, Fresh Grapes, Raspberries, Pineberries, and Dried Mission Figs.
Thank you once more for allowing me to introduce so many fun new cheeses to your life. It's always a pleasure to share the gift of cheese with you. Till next time!

03/26/2024

This past Christmas I was given a wonderful opportunity to create a charcuterie board for a family of twelve. I was quite pleased with the presentation on this board and the family shared the same reaction and left nothing behind!
Our centerpiece for cheese was a triple cream Brillat Savarin with Papaya, followed by an excellent grass-fed Barber's Cheddar, and finished with a spiral of Pyrenees de Brebis. As for charcuterie I crafted a rose of Soppressata, rivers of spicy Calabrese, and hand-rolled stack of Prosciutto di Parma. Accoutrements shown include a mixture of Greek Olives, Red Pepper Jelly, and a Milk Chocolate with Bacon to treat. In the way of fruits there's sliced Opal Apples, dried Mission Figs, fresh Raspberries, and juicy clusters of Grapes.
I'm always so excited to create an experience for my clients so I thank you again for this chance. Till next time!

01/01/2024

We finished off 2023 with a blast so let's hit the ground running with the new year! I wanted to post a throwback to 2021 with this beautiful platter.
For this selection we brought in a 12 month aged Mimolette, 6 month aged Ossau-Iraty, Belletoile triple cream brie, and classic triple cream Cambozola to finish. Shown as well is sliced Speck Prosciutto, Genoa Salami, Marcona almonds, and a plethora of fresh fruits.
You guys are the ones who make the cheese wheels go round so as always thank you for appreciating this post! Let's start the year off right and cheesy!
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12/27/2023

I was given an incredible opportunity recently to create a dessert style cheese board for a party of eleven. I had an absolute blast getting to craft this one and I hope y'all had an even better time getting to enjoy it!
Featured on our plate is a Cranberry Wensleydale from England, Strawberry Goat Cheese from Vermont, P'tit Basque from France, and Bijou from Vermont. As for sweet accoutrements I selected Cocoa Dusted Cashews, Manchego & Cherry Chocolates, and a Blackberry Blueberry Conserve. In addition to the bright fruits I also included dried Mission Figs and fresh Bosc Pears.
As always thank you for stopping by and checking out my latest creation and thank you for this wonderful opportunity. Till next time!

12/27/2023

Hello and happy Friday cheese folk! Today is another day I'll be showcasing a special and delicious cheese.
This is Whitney made by Jasper Hill Farm in Vermont and is a beautiful take on an Alpine Mountain style cheese. It's aged between 3 to 6 months and uses raw grass-fed cow's milk from their Andersonville Herd. Whitney goes to show the highest quality standards used in making real artisan cheese and invokes a true taste of their terroir.
Flavor profile includes a mellow and gooey texture, notes of fruitiness and earthy funk, hints of toasted nuts, and sweet cream. Treat this like Raclette cheese and melt it over roasted potatoes or as is with fresh cornichons and Bresaola.
If you'd like to read more about how Whitney is made check out their website at https://www.jasperhillfarm.com/whitney
As always thank you for tuning in and have a great weekend out there!

12/27/2023

I created this small board to appetize a few guests at a recent venue. Our host wanted something small but full to serve for the evening. So with his wishes in mind we went to work on this little guy!
We introduced Genoa Salami, Soppressata, and Prosciuto San Danielle as our charcuterie. As for cheese I provided Edam, Smoked Seaside Cheddar, and Pecorino Toscano. To fill in the rest we used Grilled Olives, a Spanish Cocktail Mix, and fresh fruits.
Once more we got to experience a lot of bright and smiling faces as they embarked on a journey for their senses. I was happy to make your night and I hope to continue to do so for you and your guests. Till next time!

11/06/2023

Had an excellent weekend meeting some new cheese & charcuterie enthusiasts. They requested a tasting board with a variety of cheeses, artisan meats, and delicious crackers to pair. I was provided a beautiful wood board, some jams & honey, and their undivided attention as we explored new flavors!
The cheeses include Sartori BellaVitano Merlot, 6 Month Aged Ossau Iraty, Chocolate Cherry Goat Cheese, and a 12 Month Mimolette. For charcuterie I chose 12 Month Prosciutto San Danielle, Black Pepper & Cherry Jambon Americano, and Vincenza's Soppressata. Lastly for our accoutrements we have Mini Toasts and Oatcakes.
Getting to see their joy and smiles as they experimented with different pairings was a gift on its own. I'm so happy to have been given this opportunity and even happier that y'all enjoyed it with me! Thank you so much and I hope to see you soon!

10/06/2023

Another beautiful project here is a charcuterie board for ten. I showcased four artisan cheeses, three styles of charcuterie, fresh and dried fruits, jams, crackers and breadsticks, olives, and cocoa dusted cashews to finish!
This was crafted on location for a small gathering and was an absolute joy for all. It was almost difficult finishing this board since everyone wanted a taste while I was creating! Always happy to create smiles, memories, and to satiate. I hope y'all enjoy this latest creation!

09/18/2023

I'll also be highlighting unique and tasty cheeses on here so we can all learn together! Cheese is one of the oldest professions and forms of art so we should share the appreciation.
Here we have Sparkenhoe Red Leicester from Neal's Yard Dairy. This dairy was founded in Britain and prides themselves on finding, selecting, maturing and selling the best British and Irish cheeses. The Sparkenhoe Red Leicester is a farmhouse cheese that was extinct for 50 years till this dairy revived it and brought back its glory. Keeping faithful to its roots it's crafted with raw milk and is wrapped in cloth. It's considered to taste balanced, nutty, mellow and complex and carries a beautiful golden color.
If you'd like to know more about it and their work check them out at https://www.nealsyarddairy.co.uk/!

09/17/2023

Here's another fresh fruit and cheese board I made for a client who is infatuated with cheese. We included a 36 month gouda from Holland, goat cheese covered in chocolate & cherry from Vermont, Le Marechal from Switzerland, and Oregon Blue from Oregon. A wonderful board for cheese lovers all around!

04/17/2023

With the hot summer coming around the corner why not cool off and wine down with a refreshing charcuterie board? Shown here today is a wonderful board made up for eight people and the cheeses shown are Cave-aged Gruyere, P'tit Basque, and a decadent Saint Andre triple cream brie. As for the charcuterie we added in our favorite Prosciutto di Parma at 24 months, sweet soppresata, and Genoa salami. And last but not least we have our refreshing fresh fruits and rich olives to accompany. As always stay beautiful Southwest Florida and keep cool!

04/02/2023

Sorry everyone for the delayed posts as of lately season here in Florida has been popping! However I'm glad to bring back the cheese love with two small plates, one for four (left) and one for two (right). This one was focused more on fresh fruits and cheese but we find our way to introduce charcuterie as an accompaniment. Cheeses shown include a New York Sharp Cheddar, Mahón from Spain, and Ossau-Iraty from France. For the charcuterie we used is Bresaola from Uruguay, Prosciutto di Parma from Italy, and Columbus Genoa Salami from San Fransisco. Always happy to share the love I hope y'all enjoy!
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03/17/2023

So for this Friday I'd like to showcase another beautiful cheese that came in the other day. Today we have Cheshire from Neal's Yard Dairy. Cheshire is dense, crumbly, and mild yet tangy style of cheese comparable to a mellow cheddar. What makes this particular Cheshire incredible is it's the last traditional Cheshire you can purchase. This Cheshire unlike most you'll find is made in a drum shape from raw cow's milk from the Appleby family's herd of cows. It's also wrapped in cloth to hasten the aging process and invites a more distinguished taste. All in all it's a rare Farmstead style cheese made by the only family carrying on it's traditional form. A must try if you can find it!

03/10/2023

Good day and happy Friday y'all! I apologize for being out for a little, March Madness is definitely in full swing. Nonetheless I bring to you another creation that I made for a client having a small family gathering. Shown below is a wonderful trio of cheeses including Sweet Grass-fed English Cheddar, Mahón from Spain, and a one year Cave-aged Gruyere from Switzerland. The charcuterie chosen is Beretta Italian Prosciutto, Black Peppercorn encrusted Salami from Italy, and a nice Italian Genoa Salami to finish. Had some fun with more Pineberries for seasonal produce, Piedras de Luna chocolate covered cashews, and some awesome sweet and spicy olives. Bon appétit!
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02/28/2023

I created this for one of my clients who loves everything about cheese and charcuterie. The selection features cheeses found all over the world that showcases a variety of milks, textures, age, and craftsmanship. Cheeses shown include the award winning Rogue River Blue from Oregon, a sixty month old gouda from Netherlands, goats milk Garroxta from Spain, a brie bite from California, and a eight month raw milk Manchego from Spain. As for the charcuterie we used some of my favorites Smoked Speck Alto Adige and Sweet Soppressata from Italy. Cheers everyone!

02/24/2023

This one goes to all the cheese and fruit lovers out there. We have a wonderfully refreshing board with four varieties of cheese and a fresh selection of fresh and dried fruits. The cheeses shown include a twelve month Mimolette, P'tit Basque, Grace's Choice, and Port Salut. We also garnished the plate with vivid orchids and Tête de Moine rosettes. Something rich and tasty for a hot Florida day!

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