The Hot List: 9 Cheese Stars to Watch
These nine trailblazers whose contributions to the wide world of cheese are already impressive, and we can’t wait to see what they do next.
Cheese Caves Help Mold a Passionate and Purposeful Life
There’s a quote from Anthony Bourdain: “You have to be a romantic to invest yourself, your money, and your time in cheese.” I remember hearing it for the first time and getting defensive because I didn’t want to be exposed as the hopeless romantic that I am. The truth is that I live in complete […]
In Queso You Missed It: July 31,2022
After a two-year hiatus, the 2022 American Cheese Society (ACS) Conference—or what insiders call “Cheese Camp”—was a joyful reunion of the American cheese community in Portland, Oregon. The event consisted of industry panels and lectures, a Meet the Cheesemaker event where over 100 creameries sampled their cheeses, and the 2022 ACS Judging & Competition. Best of […]
In Queso You Missed It: June 5, 2022
It’s Pride Month, and the celebration is ON! From Disney World, where you can snack on all manner of rainbow-hued sweet treats, to D.C. (snag a Mucho, Mucho Amor cocktail at El Tamarindo), to Wisconsin there are parades, parties, and of course, lots of tasty food and drink. One way turophiles can show up for […]
Centerfold: Carpenter’s Wheel
Photographed by Nina Gallant | Styled by Kendra Smith The story of Carpenter’s Wheel began in 2009 as an experiment. Following his success with smaller aged cheeses such as Cabra LaMancha and Black & Blue, FireFly Farms co-founder Mike Koch wanted to do more. “I was interested in rounding out the line with a big-format, […]
Chef’s Dish: Fortunato Nicotra’s Risotto with Pear, Grana Padano, and Balsamic Vinegar
After more than two decades at Felidia, Fortunato Nicotra ponders what’s next.
Great 28 Pairings: Blueberries
Blueberries have been cultivated as both food and medicine. This tiny fruit can do it all—it can even act as a stand-out accompaniment on your cheese plate.
Best Regions: New York
If you want to make a name for yourself, you head to New York, and the cheese industry is no exception to this rule.
