AMOUNTS AND NUMBERS

If serving 8-10 people you will need 4 types of meat, 3 types of cheese about 3 medium sized hunks of cheese and 3 baguette style breads (pre-sliced). Baguettes are traditional but crackers, fig and olive crisps or nuts breads are very nice. For 2-4 people or for a picnic charcuterie 2 types of meats,1 salami or sausage and 2 cheeses should be enough.

Plan for 3 ounces of meat and 3 ounces of cheese per person. If the board is meant to be the main course you will need 6 ounces of meat and 6 ounces of cheese per person.