Category: Milk And Diary

On November 13th, 265 cheese experts from across the world — mongers, makers, producers, educators, and writers — descended on a Swiss arena. They entered to the sound of traditional Alpine alphorns, and found themselves in a maze of 5,244 cheeses sourced from 46 countries. They assembled for one thing,

Cheesemaking in California reaches back over 200 years, and the Golden State continues to push forward as a leader in the American artisan cheese movement. In 2025, that has meant traditional cheeses, but also innovative flavors. “California has a long history of innovation, and few dairy categories better

Few things are more comforting than a cheese melt. Especially in the winter months, it’s the ultimate satisfying snack. The best part? There are limitless ways to experiment with this classic. Whether you use one slice of bread or two is up to you, but pay careful

Cheese has less lactose in it than you might think. Most of milk’s lactose is found in the whey, which is removed as part of the cheesemaking process. And as cheese ages, the fermentation process converts lactose into lactic acid, a substance that’s easier

We’ve been told that breakfast is the most important meal of the day and studies back that up, showing that breakfast helps with metabolism, improves memory and attention. But choosing the right breakfast food is crucial, and cheese might be the perfect choice. “It’s full of

Fruits and their byproducts are no strangers to cheese pairing. Wine, fruit’s ultimate glow-up, is a liquid chameleon whose limitless variations can make a match for literally any cheese. Paired with cheese, a savory-sweet fruit compote can create a taste sensation redolent of an entire meal in

Humans have a lot in common with cats. We are social and also independent, and we know what we like. And we both like cheese. So, it seems only natural that we might ponder how cheese and cats relate to one another. After all, we have been in a long-term

And which Cheesemakers Took Home the Gold?

The 10th edition of the Italian Cheese Awards, dubbed the Oscars of Italian Cheese, took

We have long been proponents of beverage pairings for cheese that go beyond the usual suspects of wine and beer. Long may those two categories reign when it comes to cozying up with cheese, but vermouth, cider, cocktails, and spirits

Brittany may be better known for its golden butter than its cheese, but the tides are turning along France’s rugged northwest coast. Without an AOC tradition to lean on, Breton cheesemakers have embraced innovation with small-batch varieties that rival the best French cheeses. From the salt marshes of