Types of Cheeses
March 25th, 2009 by admin
There are lots of different types of cheese. Some cheeses also fall into more than one category. They can be classified by age, country of origin, fat content, dairy content, manufacturing methods, texture and special characteristics.
American cheese
Asiago
Brie (cheese)
Brick cheese
Camembert
Colby-Jack cheese
Danish Blue cheese
Goat cheese or Chèvre cheese
Gouda
Gorgonzola
Gruyère
Limburger cheese
Provolone
Roquefort
Ricotta cheese
Romano
Stilton
Swiss
Tillamook Cheddar
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Common Wine and Cheese Pairings
March 15th, 2009 by adminCreamy cheeses require a wine with higher acidity. The whiter and fresher the cheese, the crisper and fruitier the wine should be. Heavy rich cheeses will partner well with light reds and Chardonnay. Strong veined cheeses usually demand a sweeter wine. Soft cheeses with bloomy white or red dotted rinds need [...]
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Buying, Storing and Serving Gourmet Cheese
March 15th, 2009 by admin
By Lee Dobbins
Gourmet cheese comes in a large variety with well over 400 varieties just from the French cheese alone. From the mild to the strong, the soft to the hard, cheese is a great way to compliment any meal or snack.
Whether you are having a fancy wine and cheese party, or just [...]
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