Norwegian Blue Cheese Named Best in the World
Haakon Berg/Courtesy Guild of Fine FoodOle and Maren Gangstadt of Gangstadt Gårdsysteri with the World Champion trophy. A Norweigan blue cheese outcompeted thousands of cheeses from around the world to earn the title of World Champion Cheese at this year’s World Cheese Awards (WCA). This renowned international cheese competition, which had its inaugural run in […]
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Farm Animal: Norwegian Dairy Goat
Known for its delicious milk, meat, and (of course) cheese, the Norwegian goat has been a favorite of European farmers for centuries.
Best Regions: Norway
The lush landscapes of Norway are a well-known haven for outdoor enthusiasts, photographers, and adventure-seekers. Turns out, the diverse countryside is also pretty great for cheesemaking.
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A Trip Through Norway’s Burgeoning Cheese Scene
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Inside the World Cheese Awards
In November 2016 I arrived in San Sebastián, Spain, to judge the World Cheese Awards. In front of me stood 3,021 cheeses from 31 countries, adorning tables filling a room the size of a football field. Every type of wheel and wedge imaginable made an appearance —from traditional camembert and cheddar to Mozambican chèvre rolled […]
