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16 Charcuterie Boxes and Gift Baskets You Can Order Online
Updated on Jan. 06, 2025
There’s a reason meat and cheese platters remain an enduring gift option for anyone who enjoys a savory snack. After all, what says “party” louder than charcuterie?
Whether it’s for an event, to give as a gift or to simply satisfy a snack craving, securing a charcuterie gift basket is easier than ever thanks to online ordering. While these charcuterie boxes and gift baskets arrive right on the recipient’s doorstep, any perishables are safe to eat thanks to insulated mailing methods and clever packaging.
Even better? No trip to the store is necessary for these tasty care packages. Plus, many of the selections on this list of editor favorites include meats, cheeses and accoutrements that you can’t find in your local grocery aisles.
These gift baskets and boxes are so much more thoughtful (and far more delicious) than sending a gift card. Springing for one of these fun food gifts may also cost less than curating your own board from scratch. Some of the picks on this list even arrive fully assembled, so there’s no need to waste valuable time slicing, dicing and arranging. Now that’s a lazy kitchen hack we can get behind!
For Epicureans
Spanish Charcuterie Sampler
If you’ve ever been to Spain, you’re likely familiar with jamon Iberico. The specialty charcuterie meat comes from a rare breed of Iberian pigs that primarily eat acorns, making for an especially rich, nutty flavor. It’s on practically every menu in its home country, but you’ll be hard pressed to find it in your local grocery store. Enter Campo Grande, the meat delivery service bringing you Spain’s finest type of pork in a charcuterie gift basket no matter where you live.
Our Deputy Shopping Editor, Reina Galhea, sampled Campo Grande charcuterie meats and found them exceptionally rich and flavorful. “I’m a charcuterie lover, and I’ve eaten (more than) my fair share of cured meat,” she says. “The Iberico versions of those familiar meats turned my tastebuds up to 11. The salchichon was pepperier than typical salami, the chorizo saltier and more crumbly than grocery store versions and the coppa super rich and funky in a good way, like a French cheese.”
For the Frequent Snacker
Charcuterie Subscription Box
Whether it’s a date night dinner or a casual snack, charcuterie is easy, elegant and enjoyable for almost any occasion. Frequent snackers can rely on a monthly delivery of meats, cheeses, spreads, crackers and accoutrements with a subscription to Platterful. This editor-loved gift lets you choose from a large box that feeds up to eight, or a standard shipment with enough goodies for up to four folks. In her testing, Reina was particularly impressed with the variety and flavor, especially for the price point.
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For the Casual Snacker
Simple Charcuterie Box
For a simple collection of three cheeses and three types of salami, this charcuterie board from Harry & David has a lot to love. The sweet and savory flavors are curated to complement each other—all you need to do is add crackers and wine. Talk about the ultimate cheese board pairing!
For the Hands-Off Host
Premade Charcuterie Board
Boarderie’s boards blew us away in our review of the service. These ready-made options are perfect for those who want the full spread experience, but without the pain of slicing, dicing and plating. Each beautifully curated board arrives already assembled in its own acacia wood serving board that your giftee can reuse over and over. Save time and enjoy 17-37 hand-selected artisan cheeses, meats, dried fruits, nuts, chocolates and olives? Count us in!
“I’m a known charcuterie fanatic, so it wouldn’t take a lot for me to love this board. And yet, it offered a lot anyway,” says Product Testing Manager, Annamarie Higley. “Although the price tag is high, an individual certainly couldn’t craft a board with as much quality and variety—and with as little food waste—for cheaper.”
For the Meat Lover
All Meat Charcuterie Board
Those that are dairy-free or simply prefer salted meats, we hear you. This all meat charcuterie gift comes with nine meats and five pairings for a fun spread that doesn’t dip into the dairy side of things. While you can always bring your own cheese (BYOC?), the board is already chock full of flavor between the Pâté de Campagne, Spanish honey comb and savory duck prosciutto.
For Any Occasion
Budget-Friendly Charcuterie Box
This charcuterie assortment comes with delicious sausage, salami, cheeses and hot mustard—all on a mango wood board. It is one of the more budget-friendly selections, and even comes with a cleaver for cutting. Gifting to a loved one? Pair it with these cheese board gift ideas.
For the Sweet and Spicy Friend
Sweet and Spicy Charcuterie Box
If fiery flavors married with zippy cinnamon sweetness sounds delightful, let me introduce you to the sweet and spicy charcuterie box. This tasty assortment takes zesty to a new level with savory pepperoni and cheese, plus olive oil flatbread crackers and cinnamon drops. It’s salty, spicy, sweet and comes in a fun and colorful gift box.
For the Fancy Pants
Charcuterie With Serving Board
Don’t let a lack of plating essentials ruin a party. This charcuterie serving board set combines an assortment of curated snacks with a beautiful bamboo serving board and cheese knife set. Each box comes with two handcrafted cured meats and up to four pairings. Possible accompaniments in this charcuterie gift basket include mustard, olives, crackers, cheese, jams, dried fruits, nuts and pickled goods.
For the Vegetarian
Cheese-Only Charcuterie Kit
No meat? No problem. This vegetarian-friendly charcuterie kit may be missing meat, but it’s still chock full of tasty goodies. Top the gruyère, manchego, brie and cheddar with a dollop of spiced cherry preserves for a burst of flavor alongside almonds and a stack of sea salt and olive oil crackers. Enjoy more creamy dairy offerings by supplementing this charcuterie gift basket with a cheese subscription.
For the Wine Drinker
Wines and Antipasto Gift Box
A double decker gift box that’s bursting with wine and meat and cheese? Sounds like a party we’d like to be a part of! This Italian-inspired antipasto charcuterie gift basket includes nearly every flavor profile, from sweet cream-filled puff pastries to creamy fontina cheese, spiced sliced salami and two bottles of red wine. Give this present a pop of color with a custom ribbon for an additional fee.
For the Friend Who Prefers Savory
Not Too Sweet Charcuterie Gift
Between maple-glazed smoked salmon, fig and walnut jelly, smoked dark chocolate and small wheel of brie, this elegant charcuterie gift box is perfect for those that appreciate the savory side of life. Aside from the delightful curated snacks, each keepsake box comes with a pretty paddle board and matte brass spoon for serving.
For the Traveler
International Charcuterie Gift Box
You may not go around the world in 80 days, but your tastebuds sure will with this international charcuterie gift box. With selections like Emmentaler from Switzerland, Irish shortbread and Canadian cranberry chevre with cinnamon, it’s easy to see why the wannabe jetsetter would find this assortment almost as enlightening as hopping on a plane.
For a Little of Everything
Taste of DiBruno Charcuterie Box
Order it for the famous port wine spread and stay for the assortment of snacks. The Taste of DiBruno gift box comes with a diverse spread that has a little something for everyone. Candied nuts, crunchy twice-baked crostini and air-cured Di Bruno Bros salami offer a selection that’ll satisfy any palate.
For the Birthday Boy or Girl
Birthday Charcuterie Box
Make your special day a little sweeter with this birthday-themed charcuterie box. Along with the charcuterie board staples of salami and cheese, it also comes with white chocolate-covered pretzels, confetti cookies and dried pineapple rings. It’s a unique blend of a classic and a chocolate charcuterie board.
For the Fruit Fan
Fruit-Based Charcuterie Box
Cheese, salami, nuts and dried cranberries—there’s a lot to love about this fruity charcuterie assortment! What sets this board apart from others is the added fresh fruit, including Gala and Granny Smith apples and juicy red or green pears.
For the Plant-Based
Classic Vegan Charcuterie and Cheese Assortment
This vegan charcuterie kit is for plant-based individuals and includes an assortment of meats, cheeses and breads made without animal products. If you know someone fully plant-based, they can still enjoy a quality charcuterie plate with this gift basket.
FAQ
What is the 3-3-3-3 rule for charcuterie boards?
More of a loose guideline than a real rule, this suggests that every charcuterie board should feature three meats, cheeses, starches (like breads and crackers) and additional accouterments (like fruits, veggies, nuts, etc.). The intention is to create a balance between all the ingredients.
How long can charcuterie sit out?
The Mayo Clinic suggests that a charcuterie board shouldn’t sit out for longer than two hours, as that’s the amount of time it takes for some dangerous bacteria to potentially propagate in the food. If you’re worried about food waste, we’d recommend making several smaller boards that can be rotated in and out as they expire.
What are things to avoid on a charcuterie board?
While there’s nothing specifically you must avoid, some ingredients are best served cooked and don’t really work in charcuterie — like eggplant, brussels sprouts, zucchini, mushrooms, etc. There are some alternatives and exceptions (marinated mushrooms, for instance, can be quite delicious on the right charcuterie board), but it’s best to avoid foods that don’t serve well raw.
What does charcuterie mean literally?
Translated from the French, charcuterie means “pork butcher’s shop.” Technically, the word only refers to the cured meats often served on cheese boards, but it has become a more widespread colloquialism referring to the entire board and all its ingredients.
What do you put in a charcuterie basket?
Besides an array of cheeses and dried meats, you can add in dried fruits, nuts, jams, olives and crackers.
