{"product_id":"the-grand-continental-cheeseboard","title":"The Grand Continental Cheeseboard","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeven European cheeses. A continent of flavour. One very grand cheeseboard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEurope has given us some of the world's most celebrated cheeses. From the Alpine pastures of Switzerland to the dairies of France, the traditional cheesemakers of Spain and the rich blue cheeses of Italy, there's an extraordinary amount to discover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd sometimes five cheeses simply aren't enough.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Grand Continental Cheeseboard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brings together seven distinctive European cheeses, selected by our cheesemongers to showcase the remarkable variety of flavours, textures and traditions found across the continent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom creamy French Brie and the nutty character of Spanish Manchego to the distinctive richness of Gorgonzola, the mellow blue veining of Grand Noir and the unmistakable aroma of washed-rind cheese, this is a selection with plenty of personality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe've also included a delicate French goat's cheese, adding another dimension to a cheeseboard that already offers an impressive range of styles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd because we're cheesemongers, not simply hamper packers, every cheese has been chosen for the contribution it makes to the complete selection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeven cheeses. Approximately 1.7kg. A proper celebration of continental cheese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside this cheeseboard you'll find\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cheeses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarnachas (approx. 250g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Swiss-style cheese with a firm, smooth texture and beautifully developed nutty, savoury flavours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatured to bring out its distinctive Alpine character, Starnachas offers a satisfying depth of flavour with a gentle sweetness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lovely example of the qualities that make Alpine-style cheeses so popular.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrand Noir (approx. 250g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Germany.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA distinctive blue cheese presented in its characteristic black wax coating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeneath that striking exterior is a wonderfully creamy cheese with delicate blue veining, rich flavours and a mellow, balanced tang.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn excellent choice for anyone who enjoys blue cheese without wanting something overwhelmingly strong.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrunk Monk (approx. 250g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA characterful washed-rind cheese with a rich aroma and complex flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWashed with brandy during maturation, Drunk Monk develops a distinctive personality, combining savoury depth with a wonderfully smooth texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA cheese that brings something rather different to the selection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrench Brie (approx. 250g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA classic pasteurised French Brie with a soft, bloomy rind and a rich, buttery interior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreamy and mellow, with gentle mushroomy notes, this is one of the great traditional styles of French cheesemaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn approachable favourite that provides a lovely contrast to the more mature and assertive cheeses in the collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManchego (approx. 250g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Spain using milk from Manchega sheep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of Spain's most celebrated cheeses, Manchego has a firm texture and a distinctive nutty flavour, balanced by gentle sweetness and a satisfying savoury finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderful example of the character that ewe's milk brings to traditional cheesemaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBûche de Chèvre (approx. 200g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA traditional French goat's cheese presented in its characteristic log shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft and creamy with a delicate white rind, Bûche de Chèvre offers a fresh, gently tangy flavour that becomes richer as the cheese matures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lovely addition that introduces the distinctive qualities of goat's milk to the cheeseboard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGorgonzola (approx. 250g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Italy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of Italy's most famous cheeses, Gorgonzola is a wonderfully rich, soft blue with a creamy, almost spoonable texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts gentle sweetness and distinctive blue character create a beautifully balanced flavour, making it particularly good spread onto crackers or enjoyed with a little fruit preserve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fitting addition to this celebration of continental cheesemaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe accompaniments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA cheeseboard of this size deserves accompaniments that provide variety without distracting from the cheeses themselves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo packs of artisan cheese crackers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Carefully selected to complement the different textures and flavours of the cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Garden Pantry Chutney\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Handmade in Norfolk, providing a delicious sweet and savoury contrast.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCandi's Chutney\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Produced in Norfolk by Candi Robertson, bringing additional depth and character to the cheeseboard.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEastgate Larder Medlar Jelly (small jar)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Made by Jane Steward in Eastgate, Norfolk. A traditional English preserve with a delicate sweetness that works particularly well with mature and blue cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these accompaniments turn an impressive collection of European cheeses into a complete cheeseboard experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreshly cut by our cheesemongers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere's an important difference between buying a box of cheese and buying cheese from a proper cheesemonger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt The Norfolk Deli, most of our cheeses are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecut by hand specifically for your order\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, either on the day of dispatch or the day before.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe don't simply take a selection of pre-packed cheeses off a shelf and put them into a box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour cheeses are selected, cut and packed by people who work with artisan cheese every day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll quoted weights are approximate, reflecting the nature of hand-cut cheese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCut cheeses will have a minimum shelf life of 10 days from cutting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor advice on storing and enjoying your selection, read our guide: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/norfolk-deli.co.uk\/blogs\/from-behind-the-deli-counter\/the-truth-about-unrefrigerated-cheese\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Truth About Unrefrigerated Cheese\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging, delivery and gifting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe believe the cheese should be the impressive part, not the packaging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou won't find unnecessary wicker baskets or elaborate presentation materials here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstead, your cheeses are carefully packed in an appropriately sized box, using insulation and ice packs to help protect them during their journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's a practical approach that puts the quality and condition of the cheese first.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe price includes postage and packing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and you can add a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epersonalised handwritten gift message\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at no additional charge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're entertaining friends, sending a gift to a serious cheese enthusiast or simply looking to explore some of Europe's most interesting cheesemaking traditions, The Grand Continental Cheeseboard is a delicious way to discover just how much variety European cheese has to offer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Norfolk Deli Hampers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56145206051191,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/5870\/9434\/files\/the-grand-continental-cheeseboard-norfolk-deli-hampers-1500739.webp?v=1793686809","url":"https:\/\/norfolk-deli.co.uk\/products\/the-grand-continental-cheeseboard","provider":"Norfolk Deli","version":"1.0","type":"link"}