A Visit to New York's Non-Profit Cheese Making Farms
Margie, a bloomy rind cheese from Sprout Creek Farm Poughkeepsie, NY Over the past summer, I decided to visit New York State's two non-profit commercial cheese making farms. The...
Mind the Rind: A Cheese Photo Journal
Back in June 2016, Sarah E Crowder and I both wanted to do something creatively inspired by cheese, as it stands as sculpture. Artisan cheese, in its essence, is a...
January in Richmond, Virginia
Manufacturing an invention in the United States is similar to finding a needle in a haystack: it's very rare and rarely doable. Before I found Eco Supply Center in Richmond,...
Cheese Grotto Testimonials
I asked my first customers to provide feedback on their experiences with the cheese humidor after one month. Personally, I have been obsessed with the details of the Grotto for...
Saxelby Cheesemongers: An American Artisan Legend
Head Shot by C Bay Millin American Cheese Independence Anne Saxelby on Handmade Cheese Interview from March 2014 There is no direct subway path to Saxelby Cheesemongers’ warehouse gates. ...
The Journal is Back!
After a redevelopment of the Cheese Grotto website, the Journal is officially back! Get ready to learn about all things cheese, with fun recipes and featured producers. 2017 is a...
Peaches and Crème Fraîche Popsicle Recipe
This Peaches & Crème Fraîche popsicle recipe is great for breakfast or dessert, and is a spin off the classic peaches and cream combination that is an excellent, fresh summer...
Berry Beet Goat Cheese Popsicle Recipe
The classic pairing of fresh goat cheese, balsamic vinegar and beets is elevated to popsicle dessert status by the addition of a puree of mixed berries and a dash of...
Ashes to Ashes: What is Ash-Ripened Cheese?
Learn the history behind ash-ripened cheese and how ash-ripened cheese is made. The purpose of adding ash to cheese is to protect the surface of young cheese. It was later...
Red Romaine, Strawberries, Blue Cheese, and Chive Blossoms
I am still madly in love with the salad that Sarah E Crowder made for Cheese Grotto last spring. It is absolutely gorgeous and made from ingredients all fresh from...
Honey Mascarpone Cheesecake with Strawberries and an Almond Crust
Looking for a wintry holiday cheese recipe for dessert? Check out our Caramelized Pear and Blue Cheesecake, or try our elegant and easy Baked Camembert with Raspberry Jam in Homemade...
Home Made Queso Blanco #cincodemayo
As with other fresh cheeses like paneer and mascarpone, queso blanco is simple to make. It’s also great for cooking or frying due to its more naturally springy texture. The...