Five Summer Cheeseboard Ideas
Summer is in full swing and so are backyard dinners and hang-outs. And every outdoor get-together requires something tasty: like a summer cheeseboard! We love a good theme, and these summer-themed boards make for delicious spreads that are sure to impress family and friends. From dessert to tailgating to craft beer, we’ve got a cheeseboard for everyone.
Give Me the Gouda Cheeseboard
Our two core Goudas — Original and Smoked — shine on this summery cheeseboard from The Cheese Board Queen which is perfect for snacking, an easy dinner, or dessert.
Essential Pairings:
- Roth Gouda cheese
- Roth Smoked Gouda cheese
- Cured meats
- Fig jam
- Fresh figs & grapes
- Fresh rosemary
- Olives
- Taralli crackers
Havarti Lover’s Cheeseboard
Choose your favorite flavor for an easy cheese plate for one, or include them all for a large party.
Essential Pairings:
- Roth Havarti cheese
- Fresh flowers
- Fresh herbs
- Fruit (berries, dried apricots, kumquats)
- Peach jam
- Prosciutto or other cured meats
- Vegetables (carrots, pickles, radishes)
Buttermilk Blue® Cheeseboard
Simple and ideal for a weeknight dinner or as a last-minute appetizer or dessert plate.
Essential Pairings:
- Roth Buttermilk Blue® cheese
- Dates
- Fresh berries & figs
- Honey
- Nutty crackers
Casual Backyard Cheeseboard
Perfect for an at-home tailgating party or weekend BBQ with friends.
Essential pairings:
- Roth Aged Gouda cheese
- Roth Buttermilk Blue® cheese
- Roth Chipotle Havarti cheese
- Roth Grand Cru® Reserve cheese
- Beer
- Buffalo wings
- Garlic-stuffed olives
- Potato chips
- Salty snacks (corn chips, nuts, popcorn)
Craft Beer Cheeseboard
There’s nothing better than a cold beer on a hot summer day. For those in the Midwest, check out our local beer & cheese pairings.
