I’m thrilled to introduce a new initiative that combines my passion for quality ingredients with your culinary creativity: our customisable cheese and cold cuts platters! After years of sourcing the finest artisanal cheeses and carefully curated cold cuts, I can’t wait for you to experience the delicious combinations we’re offering. Imagine a beautifully arranged platter, filled with our hand-picked selection that not only reflects our commitment to quality but also allows you to tailor it to your unique taste. Best of all, as we manufacture some of the cold cuts in-house and import the other ingredients directly, we are able to offer the platters at an amazing value. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering, a festive celebration, as a gift or simply treating yourself, these platters are designed to impress and satisfy. Let’s embark on this delicious journey together!
As you explore the wide assortment, I’d love to share some tips to help you craft the perfect pairing:
- Complement Flavours: One of my favourite combinations is pairing creamy cheeses like Brie or Camembert with salty cold cuts such as prosciutto or salami. The richness of the cheese balances the saltiness of the meat beautifully, creating a satisfying experience.
- Contrast Textures: I often enjoy combining soft cheeses with firmer cold cuts. For instance, the smoothness of Appenzeller pairs perfectly with the chewiness of air-dried beef, resulting in a delightful contrast that elevates each bite.
- Intensity: For those who crave intensity, strong-flavoured cheeses like aged cheddar or blue cheese pairs wonderfully with Bresaola. The mold in blue cheese injects a spicy, almost peppery flavour that stands up to the rich umami and sweetness of the Bresaola.
- Mix and Match for Balance: Don’t hesitate to get creative! I suggest combining a creamy cow's cheese with a stronger sheep's cheese and complementing them with a variety of cold cuts from our range. This creates a diverse flavour profile that will excite your palate.
I encourage you to explore and discover your unique preferences. With the convenience of fuss-free self-collection or next-day delivery, putting together the perfect spread has never been easier! Our store offers a big range of cheeses and cold cuts, making it difficult to list them all. Should you have any cheeses and/or cold cuts that you feel should be included, kindly let us know and we will see if it is feasible to add them.
To take your exploration up another notch, besides the common choice of wine, consider pairing your platter with our award-winning Kinmon Akita aged sake whose umami is the key pillar. When paired with foods that are also high in umami such as cheeses and robust cold cuts, you can get that incredibly powerful and irresistible ‘double umami effect’! For instance, pairing creamy and nutty cheese like Brie de Meaux Truffle or Comté with the caramel and nutty tones of aged sake creates a luxurious mouthfeel. I also enjoy savoury cold cuts like Bresaola or Jamon Serrano alongside aged sake, which balances their saltiness while enhancing the overall depth of flavour.
I can’t wait for you to explore these delicious options and share your experience or favourite combination with us!
To end off, I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to our partner, Stockyard, for winning the champion title for their Kiwami brand of beef at the Sydney Royal Branded Beef competition. We are incredibly grateful for their continuous supply of consistent quality premium cuts, which play a crucial role in our offerings to our valued customers. Your dedication to excellence inspires us, and we are honoured to share in your success!