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A charcuterie board with various cured meats, a glass of red wine, and a cheese platter with grapes and whipped cheese in the background.
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TASTING SOCIAL

Tastings. Pairings. Workshops. Gatherings.

Boards. Tapas. Grazing Tables. Cart Rental.

CREATING UNFORGETABLE CULINARY EXPERIENCES

TASTING SOCIAL creates elevated grazing tables, artisanal charcuterie boards, and curated tasting experiences for private, corporate, and special events. Founded by Chef Zoe Baez, the company blends seasonal, locally sourced ingredients with artful presentation to craft unforgettable food experiences on Kent Island and beyond.

Elegance in Every Bite —

Experience the art of luxury grazing with our exquisite boards and tables, tailored for any occasion, ensuring every event is a culinary delight.

Elegant dining table with floral centerpiece, wine glasses, plates, and silverware, set for a formal event in a venue or client home.

Our Offerings

From themed boards to grazing tables, we curate stunning presentations for birthdays, weddings, corporate or any type of event.

A cheese and fruit platter with bread, honey, grapes, strawberries, and cheese, with wine glasses in the background.

Customizable Experiences

Enjoy personalized packages carefully created by a chef trained in Madrid, Spain in the art of charcuterie that reflect your style, with options for dietary needs and special touches.

Gather beautifully. Taste together.

Gather beautifully. Taste together.

Assorted open-faced sandwiches with various toppings on white plates and one small side salad with mixed greens, tomatoes, and carrots.

TASTING SOCIAL is Kent Island’s bespoke grazing table company, offering artisanal charcuterie boards, seasonal small bites, and curated tasting events. Serving the Eastern Shore, Annapolis, and Chesapeake Bay with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and stunning presentation.

Our story

Tasting Social is a charcuterie mobile cart rental service specializing in artfully styled, chef-curated bites for upscale events.

Founded by Chef Zoe Baez, a culinary expert with 20 years of experience trained in charcuterie and tapas in Madrid, Spain, the business brings a touch of luxury to every gathering.

As a mom of two and a culinary instructor, Chef Zoe created Tasting Social to share her passion while offering interactive charcuterie experiences, grazing tables, and themed bar cart rentals across Kent Island, MD and beyond.

Two stuffed bell pepper halves filled with rice, pigeon peas, and purple cabbage garnished with a green chive, served on a white plate with chimichurri sauce dots.
Chef Zoe with shoulder-length brown hair and light makeup, wearing a white button-up shirt with rolled-up sleeves, black pants, and black suspenders, standing indoors with a wooden wall background.
Charcuterie board with assorted meats, cheese, grapes, and a glass of red wine.

Our ingredients

At TASTING SOCIAL, our selections include artisanal cheeses, premium cured meats, fresh seasonal fruits, house-made spreads, and hand-picked accompaniments that elevate every bite.

We prioritize locally sourced and organic ingredients whenever possible, ensuring every board is as fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully crafted as it is visually stunning.

Charcuterie Board Making Classes

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Graze with Us —

Our charcuterie classes offer a fun, hands-on experience where guests learn the art of crafting beautifully styled boards with expert guidance from Chef Zoe Baez.

From selecting the perfect cheeses, meats, and accompaniments to mastering arrangement techniques, each class is designed to be both educational and interactive.

Perfect for private events, corporate gatherings, team building experience or special occasions, our classes bring people together to create, taste, and enjoy a stunning spread.

Elevate Your Event with Luxury Grazing created by Chef Zoe who is trained in the art of charcuterie & Tapas in Madrid, Spain.

Behind the Board —

Our blog is a space where we share charcuterie inspiration, expert tips, and behind-the-scenes stories from TASTING SOCIAL.

From pairing guides and styling techniques to seasonal board ideas, we offer everything you need to elevate your hosting and impress your guests.

A round wooden cheese platter with various cheeses, green and purple grapes, and small round cheese balls with herbs.

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A cheese platter with various cheeses, green olives, grapes, blackberries, fresh herbs, and a bowl of feta cheese in olive oil on a wicker tray.
A cheese and fruit platter with slices of cheese, bread, pickles, raspberries, green grapes, oranges, walnuts, and sprigs of rosemary on a round wooden board.
Top-down view of six wine glasses filled with different colored wines or beverages arranged on a white surface.
Cheese, crackers, cured meats, nuts, berries, and fresh fruit on a wooden serving board.