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Washed-Rind Cheese Tart with a Mixed Nut Crust


Italian Tallegio is an obvious choice for the washed-rind semi-soft cheese in this recipe. But other options that match the nutty crust are Limburger, Morbier, Port Salut, and Reblochon.

5 Unexpected Cheese Pairings from Cheesemongers


The whole is greater than the sum of its parts,” is sometimes used to describe the goal of cheese pairings. Contrary to popular belief, this is not the phrase Aristotle penned. What the great philosopher wrote in his Metaphysics, nearly 2,400 years ago, was “the whole is something besides the parts.” But since we’re concerned […]

American Stinkers: How Washed Rind Cheeses Became a National Pastime


They’re a cheese nerd’s most sought-after style. What is it about them?

According to Your Zodiac, Which Cheese Is Your Valentine?


Stop swiping on Tinder right now: We think there’s a more important match for you that’s written in the stars (spoiler alert: it’s cheese).

Setting the Standard: Best Traditional Cheeses 2020


We’ve selected winning cheeses from past years to cover categories that we hope bring comfort, relatability, and joy during this unprecedented time.

7 Cheesy Thanksgiving Sides to Make This Year


Don’t skimp out on the Thanksgiving menu this year just because your dining room table is emptier; add some holiday cheer with cheesy and indulgent recipes.

To Cheese Plates, and Beyond!


There’s never a wrong time for cheese.

Ask the Expert: Are Soft Cheeses Fatty?


One of the most pervasive myths in the cheese-eating community is that all soft and runny cheeses are very fatty.

May Pairing: Gorgonzola Piccante + Lambrusco


Fire up your taste buds and grab a bottle of sparkling red—this cheese is packing piquancy; that’s why we’re pairing it with a berry-forward Lambrusco.

Friends in Ferment


Nibs and curds share not only an abundance of flavor, but they also share the very source of that flavor: fermentation. Which is why they get along.

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