Though this California-made kit requires a large window of time— nearly 48 hours when all prep and draining is said and done—only 30 minutes of those hours are active. Simple directions and supplies, including molds and herb packets, let beginners shape and flavor the cheese to their liking. It’s a great option for those looking for a low-effort way to make their friends’ jaws drop.
TIME IT TOOK US: 48 hours
BEST FOR: Creative hosts aiming to impress a crowd
FIND IT AT: thebeveragepeople.com; $34.99
Alicia Hahn
Alicia Hahn excels at eating and enjoys writing, crosswords, and cooking (preferably with cheese). Originally from San Francisco, she moved to Boston for school and fell in love with the city (despite an annual campaign against winter). Her favorite place to be is the farmers’ market, where she finds weird and exciting ingredients to make or break her next meal.
