Like so many around the globe, the moments of solitude that came with the COVID-19
pandemic proved to be a time of reflection and, for some, a time of innovation.
“I love working with my hands, I love being creative and I wanted something of my own
that I could grow,” explains Amy Robinson Ford, founder of Artisan Eats, a lavish grazing platter service complete with gourmet charcuterie boards.
A life-long lover of food and all things pretty, Amy shares she never lost her love for what she calls a European staple—cheese boards. Wanting to bring something unique and fun to Columbus (she originally hails from the U.K.), Artisan Eats was born.
Her charcuterie platter service offers delicious grazing tables, vibrant works of art large enough to feed groups at parties and events, and even birthday specials. The tables consist of methodically selected combinations of crisp vegetables, sweet fruits and an assortment of both hard and soft cheeses.
Her latest addition to the Artisan Eats menu is a charcuterie cart, which Amy claims is the perfect addition to any wedding or large event.
“It’s more hands-on, a little bit more interactive and definitely more of an elevated
experience for guests to enjoy," she says.
Her tips for styling a beautiful board for dinner parties, etc.
- Choose a board that fits your theme, like rustic wood, chic marble or slate.
- Use variety and balance. Mix textures and flavors with soft and hard cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, nuts and pickles.
- Focal points: Start with larger items like cheese wedges or small bowls, then build around them.
- Shapes and layers: Use different shapes—slices, cubes, wedges. Layer and overlap items for a full, inviting look.
- Personal touches: Add handmade labels, decorative picks, florals or small ornaments and most of all, have FUN!