A Cheese Lover’s Insights

  • Beyond the Eiffel Tower: Unique Parisian Adventures on Viator

    Beyond the Eiffel Tower: Unique Parisian Adventures on Viator

    One thing about me is that I love fun activities while traveling, especially if they involve food! That’s when I’m truly happy. I’ve been living in Paris for four months now, and for visitors with 3-5 days, I believe it’s important to include unique activities beyond the typical Parisian itinerary (e.g., the Louvre, croissants, Seine-side… Read more

  • Marin

    Marin

    A LITTLE SLICE OF HEAVEN Marin County Foodie Itinerary  Upon my first visit to Marin County, it was only seconds before I fell in love with the area. The food. The people. The farms. The nature. It is truly the perfect place for a foodie oriented NorCal weekender, and I can promise you will not… Read more

  • Recipe: Stone Fruit Bruschetta

    Recipe: Stone Fruit Bruschetta

    Ready in 25 minutes Serves  8 people Ingredients Preparation Tips Use a bit of leftover fresh basil to garnish the top of each crostini!  Read more

  • Recipe: How to Make the Best Crostinis

    Recipe: How to Make the Best Crostinis

    Ready in 15 minutes Serves 10  people – depending on how much bread you use! Ingredients Preparation Tips Don’t be afraid to indulge!  Video link: https://www.tiktok.com/@sophisticatedspreads/video/7118456574519037230?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7266935495078856238  Read more

  • Paris Foodie Highlights

    Paris Foodie Highlights

    7 Days Living the Parisian Dream Our week in Paris was like stepping into a movie, and I daydream about our trip on a daily basis. As a diagnosed foodie, I spent lots of time researching the best places to eat and these are just some of the many highlights. I hope this little reel… Read more

  • Recipe: Blackberry Basil Bruschetta

    Recipe: Blackberry Basil Bruschetta

    A Sophisticated Spreads Recipe:  by Emily Rener August 13, 2023 BLACKBERRY BASIL BRUSCHETTA Ready in 15 minutes Serves 4 (hungry) people Tip: Turn your sliced baguette into crostinis for an extra crunch!  Ingredients Preparation SHARE ON FACEBOOK SHARE ON TWITTER PIN ON PINTEREST Read more

I’m Emmy!

A SoCal girl and college student whose love of cheeseboards started at family holiday parties and inspired the business idea behind Sophisticated Spreads. Having worked at a flower shop throughout high school, her flare for design showers through all her presentations and her love of food saturates each board with flavors of emulsion! 

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