Our Favorite Ways to Eat Cheese and Tomatoes
Late summer is when juicy, ripe tomatoes really shine, and their bright acidity and sweetness makes them an ideal pairing for just about any cheese. As we wind down the...
History of Cheese, Part 4: The Americas
So far in our History of Cheese series, we’ve discussed the ancient origins of cheese, the evolution of cheese in Europe, and the history of cheese packaging. Today, we’re looking...
Summer Cheese Recipes to Beat the Heat
We’re in the dog days of summer, when farmers’ markets are bursting with goodies, but the sweltering weather has us looking for recipes with little to no stovetop time. While...
Tomato-Watermelon Gazpacho with Crème Fraîche
Jump To Recipe The addition of watermelon in this tomato gazpacho soup recipe makes for a crisp, hydrating cold soup chock full of electrolytes and a touch of sweetness. Tangy crème fraîche...
History of Cheese, Part 3: Packaging
Ever since cheese has existed, humans have had to devise methods of keeping it safe and delicious to eat for as long as possible. But good packaging must do more...
Cheese Grotto in Action: A Community Round Up
The Cheese Grotto storage line is designed to be versatile, from storing cheese to serving cheese to aging cheese at the perfect humidity in your own home. We love...
Our Guide to Pairing Fresh Cheeses & Wine
Fresh cheeses like chevre, ricotta, mozzarella, and mascarpone make great pairings with white wine, rosé wine, and light-bodied red wines. They offer light flavor profiles, work with sweet or savory...
Homemade Burrata Recipe
There’s nothing better than digging into a ball of pillowy, luscious burrata cheese—except maybe learning to make it at home. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make your...
History of Cheese, Part 2: The Evolution of Cheese in Europe
So far, we’ve learned that the earliest cheesemakers—Neolithic shepherds in the Fertile Crescent—migrated throughout Western Asia, into India and Africa, and into Central Europe, bringing domesticated sheep and goats and...
Homemade Mascarpone Recipe With Citric Acid
Want to try your hand at home cheesemaking? Make this rich, creamy mascarpone! Pick up our Italian Cheesemaking Kit, which includes everything you need—including a milk thermometer, citric acid, and...