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Josie Krogh is culture's Digital Strategy Lead. She earned her master's degree in Agricultural and Applied Economics from The University of Georgia. Josie developed a love of food while working at farmstands in the D.C. area as a young adult, and discovered her love of cheese while living and working on a dairy farm on Martha's Vineyard. Josie currently lives in Catskill, NY.

The Cheese Pairings Our Editors Are Loving Right Now


Building a standout cheese board is all about finding those unique additions that spark curiosity and delight. From a smoky, spreadable sausage to sweet-savory biscuits and even baked beans, this lineup takes your board beyond the expected. Here’s what we’re loving right now—and how to pair it for maximum impact. Underground Meats makes its Sobrasada […]

A woman smiles with blocks of cheese.

Cheese, Travel, Discovery: What It’s Like Being Emma Young


Scroll through Emma Young’s Instagram account, @thecheeseexplorer, and you’ll be immediately plunged into a whirlwind of cheese, travel, and discovery.

A Tennessee Blue Cheese Elvis and Dolly Parton Would Love


Photographed by Nina Gallant styled by Madison Trapkin Terroir can be an elusive concept. Often defined as “the taste of place,” it doesn’t just refer to the animal’s diet or a brisk sea breeze, it also encompasses the culture of the region. When Padgett Arnold and her husband Nathan founded Sequatchie Cove Creamery in 2010, […]

The Cheese Pairings We’re Excited About Right Now


Looking to refresh your cheese pairings this season? From fiery gochujang paired with bold blue cheese to crumbly Parmigiano biscuits that complement sharp cheddar, these pairings will take your cheese board to the next level. Whether you’re craving something spicy, sweet, or savory, we’ve got the perfect match for you. San Francisco–based Queens makes pantry […]

A Conversation with Cheese Legend Kate Arding


Kate Arding is a name that resonates far and wide within the cheese industry. From her early days working behind the counter at storied institutions such as Neal’s Yard Dairy and Cowgirl Creamery to co-founding culture magazine and serving on the board of the American Cheese Society, Arding’s career has kept her at the forefront […]

Behind the Wheel: A Teen’s Summer in the Cheese Cellars


Take 5: Highlighting the apprenticeship “breaks” of cheese industry pros In this ongoing series, culture profiles folks in the cheese industry expanding their expertise and gaining diverse experience beyond their time behind the counter or at a vat.  Jasper Hill Farm – Photo Credit: Marly Berlin While most teenagers are busy perfecting their summer tans, 16-year-old Marly Berlin opted […]

The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City as Cheese


The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City cast is bold, complex, and crave-able, three words that could also describe our feelings toward cheese.

Sink Your Teeth into Vampire Slayer: The Bold Garlic Cheddar from Calkins Creamery


This garlic-forward cheddar is screaming to join your Halloween cheese plate!

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