The Cheese Slicing Hack We're Not So Sure Is Worth The Time

When it comes to cutting perfect slices of cheese for a charcuterie board, consistency is key. You'll want to make sure your guests can munch on nicely sliced pieces for a more enjoyable bite. Plus, they'll look much better when arranged on your board.

ConVino shares many Instagram posts centered on crafting the perfect charcuterie board. In one post, the company shows how they achieve similarly sized slices through a "cheese-cutting hack." The demonstrator uses a fork, sticking the tines in the top of the cheese to mark off a guideline. Then, they use a knife to slice down the block of cheese where each mark is.

At the end of the video, they show off two slices of cheese, allowing viewers to see the result of this "hack." The description of the video shares that this method can be used to prevent "jagged, thick, or uneven" slices. Despite the extra effort, viewers weren't impressed.

Some unimpressed commenters were quick to point out that this extra step didn't seem to do much in terms of making perfect slices. Some noted that the showcased slices at the end of the video were still uneven, and it may be better to just eyeball the slicing instead. After all, practice makes perfect. If you work on your slicing skills, you won't need a guide at all.

A few users suggested using a cheese slicer instead since the tool is specifically designed to cut similarly sized slices of cheese with every use. If you aren't skilled with a knife, a cheese slicer can take the guesswork out of the process and cut straight lines every time.

Still, other commenters pointed out that this was "too much work for a snack" and that the added time and effort were not worth the result. One user questioned if there was anyone who would be judging cheese slice sizes. If you have a charcuterie board full of delicious foods, your guests will likely be too distracted by their snacks to focus on the uniformity of the food.

Though this "hack" from ConVino may not be so useful in the eyes of many viewers, the page has plenty of other useful ideas for serving good food. The Instagram account frequently shares recipes for things like garlic butter baked brie or caprese skewers, as well as some holiday-themed board ideas. If you really want to up your display game, the company also offers classes to teach you to pair foods and arrange your board accordingly.

Thanks to the customizability of the appetizer, you can learn to craft your own boards at home — no classes necessary. You can combine a few different cheeses, meats, jams, and more to create a deliciously decorative appetizer ahead of the main course. And when it comes to slicing up a variety of cheeses, you might want to forgo the fork in favor of sharpening your knife skills instead.