Cheese & Charcuterie Table
Cheese & Charcuterie Table Catering in London
The Cheese & Charcuterie Table is one of the most visually impressive and socially effective catering additions available for events in London. A generously styled table — or series of boards — presenting premium aged cheeses, carefully selected cured meats, artisan crackers, seasonal fruits, honeycomb, pickles, dips and accompaniments, arranged to look as extraordinary as it tastes. At Vlamber, we build Cheese & Charcuterie Tables for weddings, corporate events, brand launches, private celebrations and evening food service across London — drawing from British artisan cheeses, continental charcuterie and Spanish-inspired cured meats for a selection that is genuinely distinctive.
What Is The Cheese & Charcuterie Table?
A grazing table combines taste and presentation — each one styled to suit the event’s theme and setting, with artisanal cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, seasonal produce, artisan breads, marinated olives, pickles and dips thoughtfully arranged to look as impressive as they taste. Mgmroastbeef
The Cheese & Charcuterie Table at a Vlamber London catering event is a destination within the room — not simply a food station. Guests are drawn to it, gather around it and return to it throughout the event. It works as:
- A centrepiece during a drinks reception or canapé reception catering event in London
- Evening food at a wedding catering event — a relaxed, abundant spread that keeps guests happy as the dancing begins
- A standalone station at a corporate hospitality event, brand launch or private celebration in London
- An addition to a wider catering programme — alongside canapés, bowl food or a carving station
Every grazing table is completely bespoke — no two are exactly the same — and all are created using the finest, freshly sourced produce. The tasty staples include heaps of delicious artisan cheeses and quality charcuterie, aromatic antipasti including olives, cornichons, sun-dried tomatoes and accompaniments. Delicacies Gourmet
What makes the Cheese & Charcuterie Table work at London catering events:
- Visual impact — a well-styled cheese and charcuterie table is genuinely beautiful and creates strong visual content for any event
- Social ease — guests graze naturally, move around the table and connect with each other without the formality of a seated service
- Universal appeal — few catering formats work as well across diverse guest profiles; there is always something on the table for everyone
- Flexibility — it works at any scale, at any time of day and as part of any wider catering programme
- Seasonal variation — the table changes with the season, the availability of the best cheeses and the character of the event
The Cheeses — British Artisan & Continental Selection
At Vlamber, the cheese selection at our London catering events is built around quality, variety and proper sourcing — not the same four cheeses that appear at every event in the city.
British Artisan Cheeses (our core selection):
The king of British cheese. Rich, complex and deeply flavoursome — the only blue cheese with Protected Designation of Origin status. An essential on any serious cheese and charcuterie table at a London catering event.
Cloth-bound, aged for 12–24 months on the farm in Devon. A benchmark British Cheddar — crumbly, nutty and deeply satisfying. One of the finest farmhouse Cheddars produced in the UK.
Britain's only farmhouse Brie-de-Meaux-style cheese — made on a single farm in Suffolk from raw milk. Properly runny when ripe, with a deep, mushroomy flavour that rivals the best French Brie.
The mild, crumbly Yorkshire classic — fresh and slightly honeyed, with a gentle sweetness that works beautifully alongside chutney and crackers.
Semi-hard, wrapped in nettle leaves — distinctive, slightly earthy and with a clean, fresh flavour. One of the most visually distinctive cheeses on any table.
Deep orange, firm and nutty — a reliable and popular choice that adds colour and balance to the selection.
A log or round of properly aged British or French goat's cheese — richer and more complex than fresh chèvre, with a firm texture that holds well on a styled table.
Where the event calls for a broader selection, we include:
- Manchego (aged Spanish sheep's milk cheese — firm, buttery and nutty)
- Aged Comté (French — one of the world's great cheeses)
- Taleggio (Italian — washed-rind, soft, deeply savoury)
- Pecorino Sardo (Italian sheep's milk — firm and sharp)
- Brie de Meaux (French — the original, when the finest is required)
The Charcuterie — British, Spanish & Continental Selection
The charcuterie selection at a Vlamber Cheese & Charcuterie Table in London draws from the breadth of our culinary identity — British cured meats, Spanish-inspired selections and the finest continental charcuterie.
Cured and cooked meats:
Prosciutto di Parma (PDO)
The Italian standard for delicate cured ham — paper-thin, sweet and deeply savoury. Essential on any charcuterie table at a London catering event.
Iberian Cured Meats
Lomo ibérico, salchichón ibérico and chorizo ibérico — the finest Spanish cured meats from acorn-fed Iberian pigs. Deeply flavoursome and visually distinctive alongside more familiar continental selections.
Bresaola
Italian air-dried beef — lean, dark red and intensely savoury. Works beautifully alongside softer, fattier meats and provides variety in flavour and texture.
Nduja (Calabrian Spreadable Sausage)
Soft, spreadable, deeply spiced — a Calabrian staple that adds heat, depth and visual interest to the charcuterie selection. Served alongside crackers for guests who want something more assertive.
Mortadella di Bologna
The original Italian mortadella — studded with pistachios, silky in texture and far more sophisticated than the processed version most people know.
British Cured Meats
Where available and in season — British bresaola, air-dried ham from heritage breed pigs, British salami and artisan coppa from trusted UK producers. We prioritise British producers for our London catering events wherever quality is equal or superior.
The Accompaniments — What Makes The Table Complete
The accompaniments on a cheese and charcuterie table are as important as the cheese and meat themselves — artisan crackers, seasonal fruits, honeycomb, gourmet olives, fresh figs, truffle-infused honey, marinated vegetables, dips and pickles all contribute to the overall experience. Mgmroastbeef
At Vlamber, the accompaniments at our London catering events are chosen with the same care as the cheeses and meats.
Crackers & breads:
- Artisan sourdough crackers (seeded and plain)
- Rye crisps and pumpernickel
- Water biscuits (the British classic)
- Artisan sourdough slices and breadsticks
- Gluten-free crackers (always included)
Sweet accompaniments:
- Honeycomb (whole, styled on the board)
- Tiptree fruit chutney (fig, onion, mango — seasonal)
- Quince jelly (membrillo — the classic pairing for Manchego)
- Truffle honey (drizzled over cheese or served alongside)
- Candied walnuts and pecans
- Dried figs, apricots and dates
Fresh fruit:
- Red and green grapes (classic — always present)
- Fresh figs (seasonal)
- Sliced apple or pear (clean, fresh)
- Seasonal berries (strawberries, blueberries — when in season)
Savoury accompaniments:
- Cornichons and mixed pickles
- Marinated olives (gordal, kalamata, picholine)
- Sun-dried tomatoes in AOVE
- Artichoke hearts in oil
- Roasted peppers
- Marinated mushrooms
Spreads and dips:
- Pork or duck rillettes (in ramekins)
- Nduja spread
- Hummus (for vegetarian guests — not standard, but available)
Styling — How The Table Looks
The most beautiful grazing tables are designed to wow in real life and on camera — everything made fresh, using the finest ingredients, with the visual presentation considered as carefully as the flavour. Chefs Deal
At Vlamber, the Cheese & Charcuterie Table is styled as a visual centrepiece — not simply laid out flat on a table. Our team arranges each element with attention to colour, height, texture and flow.
What the styling includes:
- Natural linen or slate base covering
- Slate boards, wooden boards and marble serving pieces
- Height variation using risers under boards and bowls
- Fresh herb garnish — rosemary, thyme, bay leaf
- Edible flowers in season (on request)
- Styled honeycomb and fruit arrangements
- Branded or event-specific elements (on request — menu cards, name labels for each cheese)
Label cards: We provide individual label cards for each cheese — name, origin and brief tasting note. Guests at London catering events appreciate knowing what they are eating and where it comes from. It adds an educational element to the table without being formal.
Service Options — Delivered Or Staffed
Drop-off / Delivered
The table is delivered, set up and styled by our team before guests arrive. No staff on site during service — guests graze freely. We return at a pre-agreed time for clear-down.
Ideal for: office catering events in London, smaller private gatherings, events where a fully staffed station is not required.
Staffed Table
Our team sets up and remains at or near the table throughout service — replenishing crackers, refreshing the fruit, maintaining the visual standard of the display and managing any elements that require attention.
Ideal for: larger reception catering events in London, weddings, brand events and any event where the table needs to remain visually impeccable for 2–3 hours or more.
What Events Is The Cheese & Charcuterie Table Ideal For In London?
The Cheese & Charcuterie Table is one of the most popular additions to wedding catering in London — particularly as evening food during the dancing and as a visual centrepiece during the drinks reception. Grazing tables are perfect for weddings, private parties and corporate events — creating a relaxed, sociable style of dining without compromising on quality. Mgmroastbeef
At networking receptions, corporate parties and client hospitality events in London, the Cheese & Charcuterie Table creates a destination that keeps guests in the room, gives them something to gather around and communicates a standard of care that standard corporate catering rarely achieves.
The cheese and charcuterie table is designed to wow in real life and on camera — perfect for brand events and influencer catering in London where the visual presentation of the food is as important as the flavour. Chefs Deal
A seasonal Cheese & Charcuterie Table — with Stilton, aged Cheddar, honeycomb, quince jelly, spiced chutneys and festive accompaniments — is one of the most requested additions to Christmas party catering in London.
For home celebrations and private events in London, the Cheese & Charcuterie Table works beautifully as a pre-dinner grazing moment, a post-dinner cheese course at scale or an evening food addition to a private reception.
Fresh, seasonal accompaniments — fresh figs, grapes, berries, honeycomb — alongside premium cheeses and charcuterie. A Cheese & Charcuterie Table at a summer garden party in London is effortlessly elegant and requires no cooking or hot food management.
One of the most effective uses of the Cheese & Charcuterie Table in London catering — positioned as the evening food when the formal meal has ended and dancing has begun. Guests graze at their own pace, the table looks impressive for hours and the variety caters for everyone.
Packages & Pricing
British and continental cheese selection with artisan crackers, homemade chutney, grapes and celery — grazing table catering in London from around £45 per person inclusive of VAT for a fully styled staffed table. At Vlamber, our Cheese & Charcuterie Table packages are structured as follows: Sophisticatering
All prices exclude VAT (20%). Travel, setup and equipment fees may apply depending on location. Minimum guest numbers apply.
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OPTION 1 — "Classic British Cheese Board" From £14 pp | Drop-off | Min. 15 people | 2 hours of grazing
A well-curated British cheese and charcuterie selection delivered, styled and ready to graze. The most accessible format for London catering events where a full styled table is not required.
Includes:
- 3 British artisan cheeses (Stilton, Quicke's Cheddar, Baron Bigod Brie or equivalent)
- Artisan crackers and water biscuits - Fruit chutney and quince jelly
- Red and green grapes
- Cornichons and pickles
- Cheese label cards
- Drop-off, styled and left for self-service
✅ Gluten-free crackers included | ✅ Dietary labelling included -
OPTION 2 — "British & Continental Table" From £22 pp | Drop-off or staffed | Min. 20 people | 2–3 hours
A broader cheese and charcuterie selection combining British artisan cheeses with continental and Spanish-inspired charcuterie — styled as a proper grazing table.
Includes:
- 4 cheeses: Stilton, Quicke's Cheddar, Baron Bigod Brie, aged Manchego (or similar)
- Charcuterie: prosciutto di Parma, lomo ibérico, bresaola
- Artisan crackers, rye crisps, water biscuits, breadsticks - Honeycomb, fruit chutney, quince jelly, truffle honey
- Red and green grapes, fresh figs (seasonal)
- Cornichons, marinated olives, sun-dried tomatoes
- Cheese label cards
- Styled on natural linen with slate and wood boards
✅ Gluten-free crackers | ✅ Drop-off or staffed (staffed fee applies) -
OPTION 3 — "Vlamber Signature Table" From £32 pp | Staffed | Min. 30 people | 3 hours
The Vlamber approach to the Cheese & Charcuterie Table — a full, generously styled grazing table drawing from British artisan, Spanish and continental selections, staffed and replenished throughout the event.
Includes:
- 5–6 cheeses: Stilton, Quicke's Cheddar, Baron Bigod Brie, Cornish Yarg, aged Manchego, Comté or Taleggio
- Charcuterie: prosciutto di Parma, lomo ibérico, chorizo ibérico, bresaola, mortadella, nduja spread
- Full artisan bread selection: sourdough slices, rye crisps, seeded and plain crackers, gluten-free crackers
- Honeycomb, truffle honey, seasonal fruit chutney (2 varieties), quince jelly, candied walnuts
- Fresh grapes, figs, seasonal berries, sliced pear or apple
- Cornichons, marinated olives, artichoke hearts, roasted peppers, sun-dried tomatoes
- Duck or pork rillettes in ramekins alongside the board
- Styled table: natural linen, slate and wooden boards, herb garnish, height variation
- Cheese label and tasting note cards - Staffed throughout — replenishment, visual maintenance, dietary guidance
✅ All dietaries labelled | ✅ Full visual replenishment throughout | ✅ Styled premium presentation -
OPTION 4 — "Grand Luxe Table" From £45 pp | Full staffed | Min. 40 people | Up to 4 hours
The most complete and generously styled Cheese & Charcuterie Table available at Vlamber for London catering events. A full luxury grazing experience across British artisan cheese, the finest continental selections, premium Spanish charcuterie and a broad accompaniment spread — styled as a destination within the room.
Includes:
- 7–8 cheeses — a curated selection from the best available:
- British: Stilton, Quicke's Farmhouse Cheddar, Baron Bigod Brie, Cornish Yarg, aged Red Leicester, Wensleydale
- Continental: aged Comté, Taleggio, Pecorino or Manchego (seasonal selection)
- Charcuterie — full premium range:
- Prosciutto di Parma, prosciutto di San Daniele
- Lomo ibérico, chorizo ibérico de bellota, salchichón ibérico
- Bresaola, mortadella with pistachios, nduja
- Duck or pork rillettes (2 varieties in ramekins)
- Full artisan bread and cracker selection (5+ varieties including gluten-free)
- Honeycomb (whole, styled), truffle honey, Medjool dates, candied walnuts and pecans, dried figs and apricots - Fresh seasonal fruit — grapes, figs, berries, pear (abundance)
- Seasonal chutneys (3 varieties), quince jelly, Sauternes jelly
- Full savoury accompaniments: cornichons, gordal and kalamata olives, artichoke hearts, roasted peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, marinated mushrooms
- Edible flowers and fresh herb garnish (rosemary, thyme, bay)
- Cheese label and tasting note cards for every cheese
- Full premium styled table — bespoke natural linen, slate, marble and wood boards, height variation, floral elements (on request)
- Staffed throughout — dedicated team managing replenishment, visual standard and dietary guidance
✅ Full dietary management and labelling | ✅ Premium sourcing throughout | ✅ Complete event coordination -
OPTION 5 — "Festive Cheese & Charcuterie Table" From £28 pp | Staffed | Min. 25 people | Seasonal
A specifically designed Christmas and festive Cheese & Charcuterie Table for Christmas party catering and seasonal event catering in London — with seasonal cheeses, festive accompaniments and a warming, celebratory visual style.
Includes:
- 5 seasonal cheeses: Stilton (the essential Christmas cheese), Quicke's Cheddar, Baron Bigod Brie, Wensleydale with apricot, aged Manchego
- Festive charcuterie: prosciutto, lomo ibérico, bresaola, duck rillettes
- Artisan crackers and water biscuits - Honeycomb, spiced Christmas chutney, fig and port preserve, quince jelly
- Fresh grapes and figs, Medjool dates, dried cranberries and apricots
- Cornichons, spiced pickled walnuts, marinated olives
- Gingerbread crackers and festive shortbread alongside the board (sweet element)
- Festive styled table — seasonal garnish of rosemary, bay and winter berries
✅ Gluten-free options | ✅ Full dietary labelling | ✅ Festive presentation
Package Summary — Quick Reference
Option | Price | Guests | Service | Duration | Best for |
1 — Classic British Board | £14 pp | 15+ | Drop-off | 2 hours | Office events, smaller gatherings |
2 — British & Continental | £22 pp | 20+ | Drop-off / staffed | 2–3 hours | Corporate, celebrations |
3 — Vlamber Signature Table | £32 pp | 30+ | Staffed | 3 hours | Weddings, brand events |
4 — Grand Luxe Table | £45 pp | 40+ | Full staffed | Up to 4 hours | Prestige events, VIP catering |
5 — Festive Table | £28 pp | 25+ | Staffed | Seasonal | Christmas parties, festive events |
All prices exclude VAT (20.). Travel, setup and styling fees may apply. Minimum numbers are indicative.
The Cheese & Charcuterie Table As Part Of A Wider Catering Programme
The Cheese & Charcuterie Table works particularly well as part of a broader catering setup at London events. Most popular combinations:
Cheese & Charcuterie Table + Canapé Reception The table operates as a fixed destination while canapés are served by our team on trays through the room. Gives guests two modes of eating — standing and grazing, or approached and served — which keeps the reception feeling varied and interesting.
Cheese & Charcuterie Table + Carving Station A cold selection alongside a hot carved joint — the most classic combination for a reception buffet or evening food at a London catering event. The table provides variety while the carving station provides the centrepiece protein.
Cheese & Charcuterie Table + Oyster Bar Cold, elegant and distinctively different — a cheese and charcuterie table alongside a raw bar creates a full cold luxury grazing experience at London catering events.
Cheese & Charcuterie Table as Wedding Evening Food Positioned at the side of the dance floor as dancing begins — guests graze freely, the table provides sustained food service for 3–4 hours, and the visual presentation continues to look impressive throughout.
Dietaries & Allergens
The Cheese & Charcuterie Table is one of the most dietary-inclusive catering formats at London events.
- Vegetarian — the cheese section is fully vegetarian; all cheeses are clearly labelled
- Gluten-Free — gluten-free crackers are always included and labelled separately
- Dairy-Free — dairy-free guests are guided to charcuterie, fruits, olives and accompaniments; we can include a vegan cheese on request
- Vegan — vegan-friendly elements within the table clearly labelled; full vegan table available as a bespoke option on request
- Nut-Free — candied nuts can be removed from the table on request; we advise guests accordingly
- Halal — halal-friendly charcuterie selection available on request (beef bresaola, halal-certified cured meats)
All cheeses and charcuterie are labelled at the table. Guests can identify what they are eating, what it contains and what dietary category it falls into.
Frequently Asked Questions
With proper replenishment, the table can run for 3–4 hours at a London catering event. We plan quantities based on your guest numbers and the duration of the event.
Yes. Options 1 and 2 are available as drop-off — we deliver, style the table and leave it for self-service. We return at an agreed time for clear-down.
Yes. A tiered cheese tower — whole wheels stacked and styled as a centrepiece — is available as an addition to any Cheese & Charcuterie Table package for London catering events. Ask about cheese towers when requesting your proposal.
Yes. All styling elements are included in the package — boards, linen, risers, label cards and garnish. We bring everything we need.
Yes. The Cheese & Charcuterie Table works particularly well alongside the Carving Station, the Oyster & Raw Bar and the Caviar & Champagne Corner to create a full premium catering spread at London events.
Yes. For Options 3, 4 and 5, we discuss the cheese and charcuterie selection at the proposal stage and tailor it to your preferences, your guest profile and what is available at its best at the time of your event.
Add The Cheese & Charcuterie Table To Your London Event
The Cheese & Charcuterie Table is available as a standalone catering addition for London events or as part of a wider Vlamber catering package. It is one of our most versatile, most visually impressive and most consistently well-received offerings.
Tell us your event date, location in London, guest numbers and any preferences — and we will confirm availability and send a proposal.