EP #191 How Burg Charcuterie Built Grazing Tables And A Wine Lounge In Fredericksburg

A fancy charcuterie board doesn’t look like a life-changing decision until it is. We’re joined by Jen Peyton, the founder of Burg Charcuterie, to trace the real story behind one of the most recognizable charcuterie catering brands in Fredericksburg, Virginia, from those early “let me try this” boards to full-scale grazing tables and event catering across the DMV area. Jen shares how she went from decades in the orthodontic dental field and time in the mortgage business to saying yes to the hard pivot of entrepreneurship. We talk about what growth actually demands: late nights, early prep, friends and family stepping in, and the moment it becomes impossible to keep a full-time job and a fast-expanding catering business at the same time. Her honesty is refreshing, especially for anyone considering a second-act career change or wondering if it’s too late to build something new. We also dig into what makes Burg Charcuterie stand out for weddings, wineries, breweries, and corporate events: a mobile charcuterie trailer, boards and boxes for different formats, and a commitment to accommodations like gluten-free options and custom requests. Jen even debunks the idea that charcuterie is “just a trend,” explaining why it keeps working for real people and real gatherings. Finally, we spotlight her brick-and-mortar wine and charcuterie lounge at 703 Caroline Street in downtown Fredericksburg, including weekly specials like Wind Down Wednesdays. If you enjoy local business stories, food entrepreneurship, and practical small business advice, you’ll want to hear this one. Subscribe, share with a friend who loves Fredericksburg, and leave a review so more neighbors can find the show.Jen PeytonBurg [email protected]+1 916-749-0940