Charcuterie board olives

Whether you're making olive tapenade or another recipe with olives—or simply serving a selection of green and black olives with a glass of wine—here's a guide to some of the many great types of olives available today. There are far more olive varieties out there than most of us know.

Olive tapenade is a briny and salty spread made from a variety of finely chopped olives, capers and other ingredients. My homemade version is easy-peasy and tastes better than anything you could buy at the grocery store.

This easy Mediterranean charcuterie board (grazing board or mezze platter) is the perfect inspiration for holiday gatherings like Thanksgiving and Christmas and parties! Homemade dips with Turkish olive oil, Greek tzatziki, hummus, olive tapenade, Mediterranean meats and cheeses, feta, pita, Appetizer board, party food, and ideas for a picnic date.

These marinated olives are soaked in a red wine, balsamic, fig jam reduction. They have a gourmet flavor and presentation, but are so easy to make!

Are you looking for a simplified approach to designing a charcuterie board to get the perfect balance EVERY TIME?