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20 Cheese People to Know: Culture’s 2024 Hot List


When culture called upon readers to suggest rockstars for our second annual Hot List roundup, we were absolutely blown away by not only the sheer number of nominations, but the fervor with which each nomination was championed. Scrolling through the list of entries and reading comments about why each person should be selected was incredibly […]

The 2024 Hot List: Cutting the Curd Podcast


This cheese podcast is a must listen for anyone interested in the dairy world!

The 2024 Hot List: Lily Orr


Raised on a dairy farm, Lily Orr was destined to find her way in the cheese industry.

The 2024 Hot List: Emilia D’Albero


Emilia D’Albero is a nationally awarded cheesemonger and educator who has worked behind some of New York City’s largest and most reputable cheese counters as both a monger and buyer.

The 2024 Hot List: Miguel Vivanco


Award-winning cheesemaker Miguel Vivanco talks about his “aha moment” and the importance of his Mexican-American heritage.

The 2024 Hot List: Emmy Rener


Emmy Rener is a young entrepreneur and cheese influencer making a name for herself in the cheese world!

The 2024 Hot List: Rob Graff


Rob Graff has had a successful career in cheese, he shares his tips and influences.

The 2024 Hot List: Janee’ Muha


Janee’ Muha is a multi-hyphenate cheese pro with a winding path.

The 2024 Hot List: Carmen Licon


Born and raised in Chihuahua, Mexico, Carmen Licon grew up surrounded by high-quality, authentic dairy products, which sparked her lifelong passion.

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.

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