Business & Leadership: KyElle Charcuterie

Elisa Smith

GRAZING IN STYLE

For the founder of KyElle Charcuterie, inspiration comes from a life well-traveled. As part of a military family, she has called eight duty stations home, from Washington D.C. and Savannah to New Orleans, with a few stops in between. “Our travels constantly feed my creativity and provide me with new ideas,” she says. “I take inspiration from colors, textures, and flavor profiles to incorporate into my work. Charcuterie is so much more than cheese and salami, it’s food for your eyes and your soul.”

What started as simple cheese and cracker platters for friends has grown into a business that brings beauty and flavor to every occasion. Today, KyElle Charcuterie creates everything from signature snack boxes to large boards for parties. For big celebrations, their grazing tables are showstoppers, brimming with sweet and savory combinations that are as pretty as they are delicious. Standing out in the world of charcuterie is not easy, but she has found her signature. “What truly makes us stand out is our signature styling and custom chocolate work,” she says. Each order is designed to match the theme or holiday, complete with dipped strawberries and homemade seasonal chocolates. Clients can even have edible images made from their own photos, logos, or designs. The result is a one-of-a-kind piece of food art.

Her definition of success has changed over time. “When I was younger the image of being successful was always associated with money. As an adult the reality of success translates to so many more aspects of life,” she says. “ Creating a trusted name that has brought repeat customers back through our doors is the ultimate definition of success for KyElle Charcuterie.”

In the kitchen, music keeps her company. “It is a very rare occurrence to catch me working without singing off key to my favorite Christian or country radio, with maybe a few random dance moves in between.” That joy and energy are part of every board, making KyElle Charcuterie as full of heart as it is full of flavor.

3075 E Causeway Approach (Located Inside Fluff Gourmet) Mandeville, LA, 70448

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