Dietary allocation
Each dietary group reserves its portion only across selected compatible items. A visible warning appears when a category lacks a compatible choice or nut cross-contact needs attention.
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Charcuterie board calculator
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Complete the event details, dietary groups, item choices, and package sizes. Every input remains editable after calculation.
How the calculator plans a board
The calculation starts with owned portion ranges in ounces per serving unit. An adult counts as one unit and a child counts as 0.6. Events lasting three to four hours use a 1.1 duration multiplier; longer events use 1.2. Your selected buffer applies after those steps.
| Category | Appetizer | Light meal | Main meal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheese | 1.5 to 2 oz | 2.5 to 3 oz | 3.5 to 4 oz |
| Meat or savory protein | 1.5 to 2 oz | 2.5 to 3 oz | 3.5 to 4 oz |
| Bread and crackers | 1 to 1.5 oz | 1.5 to 2 oz | 2.5 to 3 oz |
| Fruit | 1 to 1.5 oz | 1.5 to 2 oz | 2 to 2.5 oz |
| Nuts and seeds | 0.35 to 0.5 oz | 0.5 to 0.75 oz | 0.75 to 1 oz |
| Spreads | 0.35 to 0.5 oz | 0.5 to 0.75 oz | 0.75 to 1 oz |
Package and cost handling
Shopping units round upward to whole packages. Costs use only the prices entered in this tab, never a grocery feed. Blank prices stay blank and produce a clearly marked partial total.
Limits and food safety
Portions are planning estimates, and appetite varies. Dietary compatibility comes from the item labels in this tool, so current product labels remain the authority. For a severe allergy, use verified ingredients plus separate preparation, tools, and serving surfaces.
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