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Why Costco’s $99 Jamón Is Taking Over Holiday Charcuterie Boards

Charcuterie moved from a chef-driven craft to a mainstream holiday staple in the U.S., fueled by accessible imports and retailers.
Costco and other retailers helped normalize jamón serrano and similar products for everyday shopping.
Viral TikTok boards boosted visibility, but traditional methods remain foundation for flavor and safety.
Salumerias like Salumeria Biellese have sustained old-world craft in modern New York City markets.
USDA adaptation and regulatory changes enabled broader import of Italian and Spanish cured meats.
Old-world aging and natural fermentation remain central to authentic salumi flavor and safety.
Historically, charcuterie emerged from preservation needs before refrigeration and now fuels culinary boards nationwide.
US producers evolved from early West Coast firms to today’s diverse salumi landscape amid evolving import rules.
Experts stress safety with aging and fermentation, including USDA collaboration with salumerias.
The piece concludes that interest in true charcuterie persists despite fleeting viral trends.

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