07/02/2026
This time of year, there are so many beautiful flowers and plants. Perfect for those gorgeous bridal bouquets or floral arrangements for your special occasions. What they may not be perfect for, however, are charcuterie boards or Grazescapes when they are added directly against food items. Do you know that Baby's breath (Gypsophila) is mildly toxic to humans? It contains saponins and a toxin called gyposenin, which can cause stomach pain, vomiting, and diarrhea. Because of these compounds, food safety experts and bakers strongly advise against placing fresh or dried baby's breath directly onto cakes, charcuterie boards, or other consumable items. Hydrangeas, Poinsettias, Lily of the Valley, and Eucalyptus are off-limits as well. Eucalyptus can be toxic to humans. While properly diluted topical products and small amounts in tea are generally safe, consuming pure eucalyptus essential oil is highly dangerous and can be fatal, even in extremely small amounts to children, pregnant women, and those with compromised immune systems.
At Two Board Sisters Charcuterie Boards & Grazescapes, we love creating beautiful and delicious boards and Grazescapes for our clients and their guests, but food safety is always our top concern. Before we even started our charcuterie business, even after being in the food industry for many years, we took time to create our own manual, and even today, we add to it as we learn more. We have a whole section dedicated to what flowers and herbs we can use. All of our fruits and vegetables, along with herbs, are washed in an organic food-grade solution that washes away dirt, oil, and wax before they are ever used. Believe us, once you see the bottom of a bowl that grapes were soaked in…IYKYK 🤢
