Dream of crafting a stunning cheese board for your next girl's night? Today, Cortney LaCorte (aka -Cheese Gal) breaks it down into simple, stress-free steps to create boards that are as delicious as they are beautiful!

Cort began her journey as a Nashville-based cheese board expert, assembling boards for the hottest events in town (sometimes up to 30 or 35 boards a day!). Today, she's cultivated a community of over 700K followers on Instagram and TikTok, where she shares mouthwatering recipes and clever tips for elevating everyday dishes to celebrate life's little moments. Currently, Cortney is working on her first cookbook, 'Oversharing,' set to release in 2026.

In this episode, Brittany and Cortney talk about:

• Cortney's journey from watching her childhood inspirations like Julia Child, Martha Stewart, and Ina Garten to becoming a cheese board connoisseur.
• The hectic early days of building her business and why she transitioned to full-time content creation.
• The 5 essential elements for crafting the perfect cheese board, plus a FULL breakdown of the best wine pairings for the cheeses you serve
• Cortney's top tips for transforming that basic bagged Caesar salad in your fridge into a gourmet treat.
• A detailed guide to creating the ultimate 'perfect bite,' including Cortney's famous "Couch Caviar."
• Why Cortney's first bite of pasta in Italy made her cry, and her top tips for avoiding tourist traps while traveling abroad

Brittany and Cortney also share their thoughts on the 'Coastal Grandmother' trend, and make a strong case for "purse salt." After listening, you'll be armed with all the tips and tricks to impress your guests with beautiful, stress-free cheese boards, delicious wine pairings, and so much more. Get ready to laugh and learn how to entertain like a pro!

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