Main photo credit: Cheesemonger Invitational Amazing job to all our mongers who traveled to New York for the Cheesemonger Invitational 2015: Tommy A., Ann C., Malachy E., and Leslie U.! Malachy and Leslie placed in the Top 10, and Leslie won second place. Congrats to everyone and thank you for your hard work and for
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Month: June 2015
Meet the Maker: Les Moulins Mahjoub
Les Moulins Mahjoub is a family-owned company in Tebouba—a fertile region of Tunisia with a long and ancient history of agriculture and food production. They grow certified organic olives and other produce, from which they make outstanding oils and condiments. With over 100 years of experience in agriculture, the family have chosen to focus on
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Go On A Cheese Journey with Us!
Join our very own Emilio Mignucci and House of Cheese: A Guide to Wedges, Recipes, and Pairings author, Tenaya Darlington (aka Madame Fromage) on an epic Cheese Journey to the United Kingdom! Spend eight nights in the beautiful United Kingdom where cheese classes and tours will be held by Emilio and Tenaya. This fall, join
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Meet the Maker: Pedrozo Dairy
Sacramento Valley’s Finest Farmstead Cheese Third generation dairy farmer Tim Pedrozo and his wife Jill pride themselves in their commitment to sustainable agriculture and responsible stewardship in regards to cheesemaking. Since 1996 they have developed a distinct style, encompassing all of the elements of a true California original cheese. From their family farm in the Sacramento
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MEET CHEESE MASTERS at The Legends Series World Tour, June 25
With words from Tenaya Darlington, author of “Di Bruno Bros. House of Cheese.” The Legend Series: World Tour will be an experience of a lifetime. With a lineup including José Luis Martin, Giorgio Cravero, Phillipe Goux, Betty Koster, Todd and Maugan Threthowan and Stacey Hedges, none of your questions will go unanswered. Additionally, special appearances by
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Do the Barbeque Breakdown!
There’s nothing quite like barbecuing in the summer. Surprise your friends and family (and father) with some delicious spicy items, sure to make your barbeque a hit! A & B Pepper Sauce Made without added sugar or artificial preservatives, this small-batch, all natural hot sauce from Queens NYC brings an extra layer of spice to
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3 Cheesy Ways to Satisfy A Snack Attack
Summer is the perfect time to master the art of snacking. This collection of “Snack Attack” pairings will change the meaning of snacking forever. Cheeses paired with everything from our Dulce de Leche Crunchy Corn to Espresso Beans and even habanero pepper will make you wonder why you ever settled for plastic bags full of
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The Monger Games Part 4: Recap
Thanks to all who came out for our fourth and final Monger Games! Congrats to the winners from District 2—Joe of Rittenhouse and Ted from Saint Lucifer Spice Company! Below are the delicious pairings from the competition. Check our retail stores for availability of these special ingredients! District 1 — Dan & 1732 Meats “S’More
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Spice It Up This Father’s Day!
There is nothing better in this world than meat, cheese and spices. So why not combine them all? Celebrate this Father’s Day by giving your dad the world’s most amazing, remarkable and mouth-watering combination. With everything from spicy pickles to spicy cheese and spreadable salami called Nduja. Yes, we said spreadable salami. Spicy meat spread.
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Special Event Alert!—Cheese Experts of Europe Unite
June 25th will be a night to remember, with The Legend Series: World Tour coming to Philadelphia (formerly known as the International Cheesemaker Rockstars Dinner). The Masters of Cheese from all over Europe will come together to honor Daphne Zepos, a trailblazer in the global cheese community. Not only will you get the chance to
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