Effortless match-day entertaining
The World Cup turns every gathering into an occasion – and it’s a great excuse for serving a selection of party snacks. With the Cheese, Chutney & Cracker Gift Box at the centre of the get-together, you’ll be able to create a complete football-viewing spread to see you through – from kick-off to final whistle.
Inside the box you’ll find seven bestselling products: Rock Star, Black Bomber, Red Storm and Red Devil cheeses, alongside Balsamic Caramelised Onion Chutney, Fig & Apple Chutney and Wholemeal & Extra Virgin Olive Oil Crackers. Everything you need to create a menu of football party food without spending hours in the kitchen – so you focus on the match.
Pre-match snack: Red Devil tomato crostini
Before kick-off, small plates work best. These crunchy Red Devil tomato crostini are bold, fiery and easy to pass around the group – ideal for guests settling in with their first drink.
Slices of toasted baguette are topped with sun-blush tomatoes, onion, smoked paprika and thyme leaves, then finished with slices of Red Devil Red Leicester from the gift box. They’re quick to prepare and easy to serve, so you’re not pulled away from the opening minutes of the game. A strong start to any football party food spread.
Half-time centrepiece: cheeseboard from the gift box
Half-time calls for a quick and easy crowd-pleaser – and everyone loves a grazing board. This is where the Cheese, Chutney & Cracker Gift Box comes into its own, as it’s filled with all the key ingredients – just add fruit, veg and charcuterie.
To prepare your cheeseboard before the match, take a look at our cutting guide for tips and inspiration. Place the chutneys in bowls around the board – our Round Acacia Wood Grazing Board is ideal for feasts like this – and add height and texture with the crackers and your picks of seasonal fruit and berries, crudités and sliced meats.
Post-match food: Red Storm chicken burger
After the final whistle, it’s time for something more substantial. Our Red Storm chicken burgers – using the truckle from your gift box – are always a winner. Homemade chicken patties with shallots and cumin are served in warm brioche buns with Spiced Tomato & Vodka Chutney and melted Red Storm vintage Red Leicester – the ultimate comfort food. Make a batch and serve them with sweet potato fries, a sharing salad and your favourite match-day beers.
The final whistle
From quick pre-match bites to half-time food ideas and something more filling after the game, the Cheese, Chutney & Cracker Gift Box carries the whole match-day spread with ease. For more inspiration for match day food ideas and World Cup snacks, explore the recipe section.