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Café Power

If you were going to open up a shop, what would you sell? I would sell hot chocolates, cappuccino, coffee, cupcakes, biltong and other tasty treats. Limited edition mugs and soft drink containers. This way I’ll be selling all year round because of my secret sales skills and experience. It’s surely a Halal kind of thing, so my fellow friends and family can support my growing shop of hot goods…

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An Italian cured Meat and Cheese platter or Antipasto board is a quick no fuss first course or introduction to a meal, especially when you don’t have the time or energy for a heavy first course.

Colorful plates of nibbles including cured meats, cheeses, fresh or marinated vegetables, fruits and nuts make for simple party perfect entertaining.

My mother’s sister (Mummy) Rachel always made some type of savory platter when she entertained large crowds. This was usually over Easter or New Year’s Eve when she celebrated her birthday. In those days there was not a great variety of cured meats available and even the cheese was limited to a few local brands that were barely passable.

Mummy Rachel’s antipasto board always included a delicious seed loaf, French cheese like brie or camembert, preserved figs, egg mayo salad, smoked mussels and a fish smoortjie. My favorite thing on the platter was actually the spicy fish smoortjie made with caramelised onions, fresh tomato and spicy tinned fish. I seldom if ever ate the cakes and desserts on offer and always found a place near the antipasto board.

For a simple cold meat platter include your favorite cheese, sliced cold meats like spicy polony, salami, spiced beef and cooked viennas. This is great for an easy summer supper,  for when friends or family drop in unexpectedly or as part of a New Year’s Eve buffet spread.

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Are you wondering why anyone would need to write about how to throw together a meat and cheese board if everything was purchased ready made. In my experience, all cheeses and meats do not necessarily complement each other and the combinations here have been extensively tested. I kid you not 🙂

I made my first Italian meat and cheese platter for an article I did a few years ago for an online magazine. The brief was to do a romantic meal for two with a starter, main course and dessert inspired by one of the countries I’ve travelled to. The Italian antipasto platter was inspired by all the appetisers I saw on my vacations in Italy, but could not partake in because the meat was not halaal.

Fortunately, there are a few places in Dubai that sell pork-free halal Italian cured meats including Waitrose and Eataly. Recently, I purchased a selection from a place in Al Quoz. In Cape Town LA Farms in Wynberg sell salami and their own biltong as well as chorizo. Good Hope Meat Hyper have a wide variety of cooked cold meats suitable for a meat and cheese platter.

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How to make a meat and cheese platter or antipasto board taste good

Use a slate, marble or a hardwood board for my meat and cheese platter. Soft woods should be avoided as they tend to retain the smells of strong cheese or cured meats.

Choose 3-4 types of cold cuts or Italian cured meats like salami, prosciutto, pepperoni, soppressata or pastrami. If I have it on hand I also add some biltong, a South African dried meat delicacy. If you are using processed cold meats then spiced beef, pastrami and cooked salami could be used too.

Choose 3-4 types of cheeses, including hard cheeses (pecorino or parmesan), semi-soft cheese (gorgonzola or fontina) and soft cheese (burrata or mozzarella).

Add condiments and a garnish that goes with the cured meats and cheeses like pesto, black olive or artichoke spread. If you don’t use a spicy salami or pepperoni you can substitute a harissa spread (not paste) instead of one of the others.

Add fresh or preserved vegetables like olives, artichokes, stuffed peppers, sun dried tomatoes or fresh cherry tomatoes. If you use olive or artichoke spread you can use one or two of the other vegetables for variety.

Add fresh and dried fruits and nuts like grapes, figs, cherries or berries, dried figs and apricots (i prefer whatever is seasonal).

Add fresh honey as a sweet counterpoint to piquant cheese.

Add plain crostini, crackers and bread sticks to eat with the cheese, meats and condiments.

Arrange all the ingredients on a large wooden board or platter.

For other appetizer ideas click on the links below:

Caramelised onion, fig and brie tart

Cape Malay Daltjies – Spinach and sweet corn fritters

Sweet corn and polenta fritters

Circassian Chicken Choux Puffs

Antipasto board – Italian cured Meat and Cheese Platter

Bread

80 grams bread sticks

200 grams crackers

Meat

80 grams pepperoni

80 grams sopressata

80 grams bresaola

80 grams prosciutto

Cheese

100 grams parmesan

100 grams gorgonzola

100 grams mozzarella balls

Condiments

50 grams artichoke spread (approximately 1/4 cup)

60 ml black olive spread (approximately 1/4 cup)

Fruit – Seasonal fresh or preserved fruits

100 grams grapes (a small bunch)

100 grams figs, cut into quarters (approximately 3 medium sized)

100 grams pear, sliced (approximately 1/2 )

Vegetables – Seasonal fresh or preserved vegetables

100 grams cherry tomatoes

Nuts

50 grams toasted walnuts (substitute nuts of your choice)

Place the condiments in small bowls and arrange all the ingredients on a large wooden or slate serving board or platter.

Serve with sparkling grape beverage.

Optional:

100 grams crostini

100 grams pecorino tartufo

60 ml honey

100 grams cantaloupe or spanspek

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Meat and Cheese platter (Antipasto board) An Italian cured Meat and Cheese platter or Antipasto board is a quick no fuss first course or introduction to a meal, especially when you don't have the time or energy for a heavy first course.

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El sábado voy a ver a Janusz a la cárcel. En el recibidor mientras espero que me llamen una chica me pregunta si soy español. Ha visto el pasaporte y rompe la tradicional discreción de la sala de visitas para colmar su curiosidad desatada. Me pregunta a quién vengo a ver, y cuando le digo que a Walus me dice que mejor no salga: aún le tenemos ganas y no le hemos perdonado. Es más chanza que amenaza, y contribuye a la naturalidad del ambiente. Le pregunto a quién viene a ver y dice que a un tío, que le pagó los estudios y al que fue a ver el otro día, tras varios años sin contacto. No estaba en casa y preguntó dónde le encontraba. En la cárcel, le dijeron. Está allí por defraudar a Hacienda. Acaba su visita y me espera fuera. Está triste tras ver al tío. Ha perdido peso y parece triste, pero por suerte sale en unos meses. La llevaré a casa pero antes quiero que me acompañe a comprar biltong halal que quiero llevar a la barbacoa de Turkmen. Busco en google biltong halal en la zona pero los resultados son de carnicerías normales, y no me doy cuenta y allí que vamos, al centro comercial de Irene. Unos boer muy bien formados hacen cola en pantalón corto y yo ya veo que aquello no es halal. La dejo en casa y pruebo en una carnicería musulmana de Midrand, pero no tienen biltong y voy a la braai con las manos vacías. 

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Try the Go To Biltong Snacks - Monty's Snacks

Monty's Snacks offers Go To Biltong, a delicious high-protein snack made from premium beef. Ideal for health-conscious individuals, these snacks are perfect for fueling workouts or satisfying hunger between meals. With bold flavours and a commitment to quality, Monty's Snacks delivers a tasty and nutritious option for meat lovers.

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Boost Your Protein Intake with High-Protein Beef Jerky

Are you looking for a healthy snack packed with protein? Monty’s Snacks offers high-protein beef jerky, perfect for those seeking a nutritious, flavorful treat. It provides an excellent energy source, made from premium beef and perfectly seasoned. Ideal for on-the-go snacking, it supports muscle recovery and helps maintain a balanced diet.

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Biltong vs. Jerky: Which One Reigns Supreme?

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Garlic and Herb Biltong - Halal, High-Protein Beef Snack

Looking for a delicious, high-protein snack? Try Monty Snacks' Garlic and Herb Biltong. Made from Halal-certified beef, this savoury treat is packed with flavour and nutrients, perfect for fitness enthusiasts or anyone seeking a healthy snack. Indulge in the unique garlic and herb seasoning while enjoying the benefits of lean protein.

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Monty's Snacks Garlic and Herb Biltong

Experience the bold flavors of Monty's Garlic and Herb Biltong. Made from high-quality beef and seasoned with a perfect blend of garlic and herbs, this snack offers a savory taste with a tender texture. Ideal for those seeking a healthy, protein-packed snack with natural ingredients. Enjoy the delicious balance of flavor and nutrition, perfect for on-the-go or at home.

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