The Best Irish Cheese to Eat on St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day immediately conjures images of frothy stouts, soda bread, and shamrocks, but here at culture, our mind jumps straight to Irish cheese. And while Ireland may be a small country, it certainly is mighty when it comes to cheese. According to a report compiled by Chef’s Pencil, Ireland ranks third in the world […]
Pairing Bitters and Cheese Beyond Happy Hour
Sam Unger likes to think of cocktail bitters as the Mary Poppins of flavor. “When we’re making our Pineapple Star Anise [bitters], I’m taking hundreds of pineapples, bringing them into this tiny bottle, then all of a sudden it expands again and it’s able to go into hundreds of drinks,” says Unger, founder of Vancouver-based […]
8 Essential British Cheeses
In remembrance of Queen Elizabeth II, we took a look through the culture archives and put together a list of some of Britain’s most iconic cheeses. From the well-known Stilton to the Wallace and Gromit approved Wensleydale, these are the eight cheeses you need on your British-themed cheeseboard. Photo by Jackie Botto StiltonColston Bassett Dairy […]
Clothbound Cheddar Pão de Queijo
This chewy Brazilian dinner bun comes together quickly in the blender and is best enjoyed the same day.
One Cheese Five Ways: Clothbound Cheddar
Photographed and written by Jenny Bravo Clothbound cheddar is a cheddared cheese that, as the name suggests, has been wrapped with cotton cloth; a material that releases just enough moisture as the cheese ages to produce a firm rind and crumbly texture. It has long been thought that the method comes from the UK, although […]
Clothbound Cheddar and Dill Biscuits
A classic savory and flaky biscuit elevated with aromatic dill and earthy cheese.
Clothbound Cheddar Pumpkin Soup with a Crispy Onion, Ginger, and Chilies Garnish
Make this easy soup with butternut, acorn, or any similar squash from the farmers’ market, and be sure to enjoy it with the spicy crispy onion garnish. An immersion blender can be used instead of a countertop blender.
Potato, Clothbound Cheddar, and Short Rib Pierogis
A delicious take on the classic Polish meal, these elevated pierogis could be made with leftovers to save time. Pierogi dough is similar in preparation to Italian pasta dough and is formed much like Chinese dumplings.
Seven Sweet and Savory Pies for Pi Day
Happy Pi Day! Contrary to popular belief, pies aren’t always the sweet, decadent dessert that first comes to mind (though we won’t say no to those either!). They can be savory meals to share with friends and family, or to have delicious leftovers for later if you’re eating solo. Check out a few of our […]
