Taking Brunch Boards to Next Level

At IDDBA, 2022 Champions of Change winner Linda Avila and HEB merchandiser Michelle Love share creative and profitable tips for taking your brunch boards "beyond traditional."

Presentation and Creativity

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Effective brunch boards are all about presentation and creativity, according to IDDBA panelists Linda Avila, a 2022 Champions of Change winner, and Michelle Love, HEB merchandiser.

Going Beyond Traditional

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"Who says it has to be cold," exclaims Linda Avila. Panelists shared data that people want to eat out later in the day and make an experience out of it.

Goat Cheese on Baguette

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Fresh fruit with goat cheese on a baguette? New trends in plating are hot or cold - or both!

"Donut" You Want One

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Incorporate trendy flavors like mango and experiment with different platforms - like a donut.

Blue Cheese Crumbles

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There are so many things you can do with blue cheese now, according to the panelists. And try a little balsamic on top to bring out a slightly different flavor.

Next Level Flavor Combinations

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Get exotic with flavor combinations by taking them to the next level. How about a mango habanero cold-packed cheese spread stuffed in fresh raspberries?