Jamie is a local cheesemaker and former Di Bruno Bros. cheesemonger. She is Australian and holds a Masters in Food Studies from NYU. She loves making soft-ripened cheeses and eating well-aged goat cheeses. Q. What is the earliest historical evidence of cheese being produced? In the area of the Middle East known as the Fertile Crescent,
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All illustrations by Erin Filson. MARCH 2016 PISCES Feb 19 – March 20 —Happy Birthday, Fish Friends! The universe got you a beautiful solar eclipse to celebrate, and that means a boost of power and energy for your soul. Start new projects, pick up new hobbies, and take your health squarely into your own hands
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CHAMPIONSHIP WINNER UPDATE: We have a champion!! After a month of eating and voting, we’ve crowned a winner! Congrats to L’Amuse Gouda of Essex St. Cheese! L’Amuse exhibits all of the crunch, bite and saltiness you expect from aged Gouda, but with a slightly creamier mouthfeel. It tastes of roasted hazelnuts and caramel abound, with a lingering, complex finish.
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All hail the King of Cheese! “Parmigiano Reggiano is the greatest cheese in the world! It’s known as the King of Cheese because of its very versatile nature. It is a great snacking cheese, and is an awesome flavor enhancer and ingredient for soups, salads, or pasta dishes and even works really great in
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No matter which celeb receives the award, we all win when you put cheese in the leading role! Roll out the red carpet for a star-studded evening celebrating the most beautiful cheeses in showbiz! Celebrity photos from Getty Images. CLICK HERE to download our extra-special, extra-fun table tent featuring our cheese and actor pairings! NOMINEES
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All illustrations by Erin Filson. FEBRUARY 2016 AQUARIUS Jan 20 – Feb 18 — Yes, January had some confusing moments. Yes, the waters might have been choppy in a few spots. No, January’s pitfalls did NOT deter you in any way from being awesome. Surprise! February is a good vibes kind of month, and you get
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We asked our cheesemongers to spill their hearts out to us about their cheese soulmates. Learn about our experts’ favorite cheeses and the stories behind them! Malachy, The Franklin What’s your cheese soulmate? St. Malachi from Doe Run Dairy in Chester County, PA (find this cheese in our stores)! It’s my soulmate because it’s my name.
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All illustrations by Erin Filson and words by Leslie Uhl, CCP. Our crafty and clever Certified Cheese Professional, Leslie, has forecast your upcoming 2016 with all things edible. Take a look at your foodoscope and take this year to the next delicious level! JANUARY 2016 CAPRICORN Dec 22 – Jan 19 — How serendipitous you are!
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Darth Maul surprised Obi Wan Kenobi and Qui-Gon Jinn by bringing not one but two pepperoni for their cheese plate. “These will go great with some provolone and cheddar,” said Obi Wan. “I’ll slice them up!” Darth Maul did not respond, but he did look offended. General Grievous was delighted to discover Di Bruno
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by Leslie Uhl, CCP Bacon. The figurehead of cured meats! How beautiful you are, my friend. Using the out-of-this-world flavors from 1732 Meats, to which I have a strange attraction, I’ve spent more than seventeen seconds (closer to a thousand hours) coming up with a labyrinth of ways to make you homesick for the bacon
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