Champagne Pairings New Years Eve (Printer View)

Elegant champagne pairings with appetizers and small bites perfect for festive New Year gatherings.

# Components:

→ Seafood & Meats

01 - 7 oz smoked salmon
02 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
03 - 12 cooked cocktail shrimp, peeled

→ Cheeses & Dairy

04 - 5 oz brie cheese, sliced
05 - 5 oz goat cheese, softened
06 - 3.5 oz grated parmesan

→ Fruits & Vegetables

07 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
08 - 1 ripe pear, sliced
09 - 1 bunch seedless red grapes
10 - 12 cherry tomatoes

→ Breads & Crackers

11 - 1 French baguette, sliced
12 - 24 assorted crackers

→ Nuts & Condiments

13 - 1.75 oz roasted almonds
14 - 1.75 oz walnuts
15 - 2 tbsp honey
16 - 2 tbsp fig jam
17 - Fresh chives, chopped
18 - Fresh dill, for garnish
19 - Freshly ground black pepper

→ Optional Pairing Additions

20 - 1 oz caviar
21 - 12 mini blini pancakes

# Method:

01 - Arrange smoked salmon slices on cucumber rounds, then top each with a small dollop of goat cheese and garnish with fresh dill.
02 - Lay brie slices atop baguette rounds, drizzle with honey, then sprinkle with walnuts for added texture.
03 - Top crackers with pear slices and goat cheese, finishing with a light sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper.
04 - Wrap individual seedless red grapes or small breadsticks with prosciutto for a savory and sweet bite.
05 - Place each cooked cocktail shrimp atop mini blini pancakes, add a small dollop of fig jam and top with chopped fresh chives.
06 - Serve parmesan shavings alongside cherry tomatoes and roasted almonds on a separate dish.
07 - Arrange all prepared components on a large serving platter, garnish with fresh herbs, and ensure an inviting presentation.
08 - Chill champagne thoroughly and serve alongside the appetizers to complement the flavors.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Elegant selection of appetizers
  • Perfectly matched to sparkling wine
02 -
  • For a vegetarian platter omit seafood and meats and add marinated artichokes or roasted peppers.
  • Champagne pairs beautifully with brie goat cheese and salty snacks.
03 -
  • Try a Brut or Extra Brut champagne for a classic match or a Rosé for fruitier flavors
  • Chill champagne well for the best pairing experience
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