We think of charcuterie as a brand new fad, but it's an art with roots in 15th Century France. Elegant arrays of fancy meats, cheeses, veggies and gnoshes that have become the centerpiece at many parties and gatherings. Like many ancient forms of food prep, its first goal was preservation -- spiced and/or smoked meats simply last longer and don't always need refrigeration. So for perfect charcuterie, you have to have a perfect source. We found one at Circle F Farms in Baxley, GA. Owned by the Folsom family, the farm consists of 2,100 acres and 400 head of Registered Brahman cattle. In addition to the elite Registered Brahman herd, Circle F raises heifers out of Hereford and Angus bulls. Circle F Farms was Woody Folsom's dream since childhood. Now his wife, Tamela, is making a different dream come true with the splendid Circle F Meats, also in Baxley. It's a 6,000 square foot showroom of a butcher shop and grocery, and charcuterie is key to making it all happen. We'll find out how it all comes together -- and get some lessons in putting together a perfect charcuterie platter ourselves!
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