· By Lyndsay Summerhill
The Ultimate Pickleboard: Summer Entertaining for Pickle Lovers
We're PICKLEMAXXING this summer, babes.
Sun's out, jars out. Whether you're hosting a garden party, a BBQ, or just a very fancy Tuesday evening on the patio, the Pickleboard is your new best friend. It's a cheeseboard, but with a twist.
We've put together three show-stopping ideas using our favourite Sexy Pickles to help you entertain like an absolute legend this summer. Your guests won't know what hit them. (Spoiler: it's flavour.)
🧀 Recipe 1: The Classic Pickleboard
The one that started it all.
You'll need:
- 1 jar of Gorgeous Garlic — the star of any cheeseboard, full stop
- 1 jar of Dirrty Dills — for that classic crunch that keeps everyone coming back
- A generous wedge of aged cheddar and a creamy brie
- Crusty sourdough, seeded crackers, and breadsticks
- A handful of grapes, some honey, and a sprinkle of walnuts
How to build it:
- Start with your cheeses.
- Nestle your Gorgeous Garlic cloves around the brie. They're soft, mellow, and absolutely divine on a cracker with a sliver of cheese.
- Tuck your Dirrty Dills in a little cluster — they add crunch, colour, and a proper pickle punch.
- Fill the gaps with crackers, bread, grapes, and a little pot of honey.
- Take a photo. Eat immediately.
Sexy Pickles tip: Drizzle a little of the Gorgeous Garlic brine over your brie before serving. You're welcome.
🌮 Recipe 2: The BBQ Pickleboard
For when the grill is fired up, and the vibes are immaculate.
This one's built for summer BBQs.
You'll need:
- 1 jar of Punchy Pineapple — the ultimate BBQ companion
- 1 jar of Dirrty Dills — because every burger deserves a proper gherkin
- Sliced pulled pork, grilled halloumi, or your BBQ protein of choice
- Mini brioche buns, flatbreads, or tortilla chips
- A smoky chipotle mayo or sriracha dip
- Fresh coriander and lime wedges to finish
How to build it:
- Lay your meats or halloumi across the centre of the board.
- Spoon your Punchy Pineapple into a small bowl or pile it straight onto the board. It's sweet, tangy, and absolutely filthy on pulled pork. Go on.
- Add your Dirrty Dills alongside the buns, let people build their own little sliders.
- Dot your dips around the board, squeeze over some lime, and scatter fresh coriander.
- Serve immediately. Accept compliments graciously.
Sexy Pickles tip: Mix a spoonful of Punchy Pineapple brine into your mayo for a tropical dipping sauce that'll blow minds.
🍹 Recipe 3: The Cocktail Pickleboard
Because grown-ups deserve a board too.
This is the board you bring out at golden hour. It's sophisticated. It's a little bit extra.
You'll need:
- 1 jar of Punchy Pineapple — the cocktail garnish you never knew you needed
- 1 jar of Gorgeous Garlic — because a dirty martini board is a thing now
- A selection of cured meats — prosciutto, salami, bresaola
- A sharp manchego or pecorino
- Olives, cornichons, and candied nuts
How to build it:
- Drape your cured meats in elegant little folds across the board.
- Place your Punchy Pineapple front and centre, they're the showstopper. Pop some into a spritz.
- Add your Gorgeous Garlic alongside the manchego.
- Fill in with olives, nuts, and any other picky bits of your choosing.
- Pour the drinks. Relax.
Sexy Pickles tip: Use Punchy Pineapple in your spicy margs. The brine, the pineapple, all of it.
The Golden Rules of a Pickleboard
- 🥒 More is more. Pile it high. This is not the time for restraint.
- 🧀 Balance is key. Creamy cheeses love a punchy pickle. Rich meats love a tangy one.
- 🍹 Don't waste the brine. It's liquid gold. Add it to dressings, marinades, cocktails, or just drink it straight.
Ready to build your Pickleboard? Grab your jars below and get stuck in. Summer's waiting — and it tastes absolutely filthy. 🥒✨
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