A nicely organized cheese platter is always savory and elegant on its own, but the addition of other foods and drink can add artistry to the plate.

Sticky, sweet and crunchy, these walnuts are the perfect foil to the saltiness of blue cheeses and tanginess of goat cheeses (we love serving ours with our 14 month old manchego; the sweetness of the walnuts and the sharpness of the cheese is in perfect harmony). They are also quite addictive as a snack; you might just find your guests grabbing handfuls before dinner! You can satisfy that craving they'll have for our walnuts by serving them with fresh pears or tossed in a salad.