Antipasti

Let me introduce you to the art of antipasto, or the first course in a traditional Italian meal. Depending on where you are in Italy, antipasto can look very different from region to region. Still, the commonality of this course is a beautiful spread of cured meats and cheeses. I love assembling a beautiful board during the holidays because it’s easy to throw together and keeps everyone busy while I finish up the main dishes. For this board, I used some ingredients that may not be available near you this time of year. Instead of melon, you could use persimmons for a festive touch.