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3 little pigs
Not the children’s story, but that of the first domestic pate.
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dalmatia fig spreads imported classics
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A beautiful blue cheese washed in DOC Italian wine.
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st. patrick’s day Find authentic Irish items to celebrate the holiday this year.
“Cypress Grove seeks people with passion for great taste and for
great cheese. -Mary Kheen, Founder of Cypress Grove Creamery
domestic artisanal
While the artisan, gourmet options from the United States haven't been around as long as traditional European cheeses, these newcomers are nothing to snub your nose at. Each and every one of these dairies, creameries and farms have just as much to offer as far as quality. What do they have that foreign imports don't? The connection to your customers. Try a cheese that was made in-state, one that gives back to the community or has a story you connect to.
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US-592
Herbs de Humboldt US-591
US-595
Psychedillic
Ms. Natural
US-563
Purple Haze
Crottin
Crumbles
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18x3.5oz - $30.99/CS US-088 Natural US-089 Garlic and Herb US-092 4 Peppers US-093 Assorted
12x4oz - 25.49/CS US-051 Natural US-052 Onion and Basil US-156 Goat Feta US-207 Candied Cranberry US-152 Natural (2x2lb) $23.99/CS
Organic Goat Logs US-160 US-091 US-108
Coeur de Chevre Natural Chevre Fleurie Natural Coeur de Chevre Garlic and Herb
US-593
(12x4oz) (8x6oz) (12x4oz)
$31.99/CS $28.49/CS $31.99/CS
Montchevre has a network of over a dozen, independent family farms that produce high quality organic milk. The Coeur de Cevre line comes in both Natural and Garlic and Herb, both of which are deliciously creamy and rich in flavor. The Chevre Fleurie is a soft-ripened goat cheese with a bloomy ivory rind that brings out a wonderful, earthy flavor. As the cheese ages, a gooey cream line begins to form below the rind, complementing the stronger taste of the firm center.
Sgt. Pepper
Goat Chevre
Perfectly cultured milk, pure and simple- the Ms. Natural chevre is the building block for their entire line of fresh disks. Experience fresh cream with a citrus finishand no goaty aftertaste in sight. Each version has fresh herbs and spices added. Cypress Grove Disks 12x4oz - $40.99/CS US-595 Assorted Chevre
Montchevre’s fresh goat milk Crottin is made with full respect for traditional French techniques. This fresh goat cheese is folded with high-quality ingredients to ensure rich, smooth texture and delicious flavors.
Quality products are the essence of Natural Nectar. They are a line of the finest products created to enhance your life sustainably, conscienciously and ecologically. Harvesting wholesome essential ingredients from the Earth and crafting them into high quality products is the hallmark of their brand, and their commitment to customers. Natural Nectar has a strong commitment to utilize ecological packaging solutions, support a sustainable environment and to bring a wide range of innovative, healthy products to you!
Flatbread
12x8.8oz - $29.99/CS Introducing the first Biodynamic Cracker in America! These have no articial flavors or colors, and they are a great source of fiber, with 3g per serving. US-919 US-936
Flatbread with Rye Flatbread with Spelt
Crispbread
10x4.2oz - $24.49/CS The Crispbreads are certified USDA Organic and available in 2 whole grain flavors. Each cracker Crispbread has no trans fat, cholesterol or hydrogenated oils. ND-998 ND-999
Whole Grain & Sunflower Sesame Pumpkin Seeds & Whole Grains
Cracklebread
12x3.5oz - $22.99/CS Natural Nectar Cracklebread is a unique, gourmet cracker that is perfect to top with cheese, spreads or fine salads. A delicate treat that is fat free, low calorie and irresistibly delicious. Cracklebread’s light and crispy texture is ideal for entertaining or as an accompaniment to any meal. US-915 US-916
Original Tomato and Oregano
US-917 US-918
Multigrain Lentil & Chickpea
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The Beginning- Les Trois Petits Cochon Opens its Doors in Greenwich Village Les Trois Petits Cochon is the brainchild of two masterful French chefs, Alain Sinturel and Jean Pierre Pradie, and the constant adventure which eventually brought them to the United States. What they created was the result of initial shared experience cooking in a high end kitchen in London. The duo loved cooking, but they wanted to set out on their own. Inspiration struck when the two packed up and spent time traveling around Africa- tasting food, visiting villages and, most importantly, cooking. Alain and Jean Pierre met people from all over the world, getting inspiration and experience from their cultures, until finally they went their seperate ways. Alain returned to France and continued to prepare traditional French cuisine while Jean Pierre made his way to America. Fate, however, wasn’t having it. They ran into each other one day in New York City and decided to create their own concept, something completely revolutionary at the time in 1975. Back then, French was considered “ethnic” food; the only place you ate French cuising was in a high-end restaurant, and of those there were only a few. Regular people didn’t have access to French food, but Alain and Jean Pierre brought it to them. Les Trois Petits Cochon opened its doors in Greenwich Village as the first “fast-casual” establishment serving traditionally high-end French fare; it rocked the city within a short period of time. Alain and Jean Pierre were able to create sophisticated French options in a take-out setting, adapted to American ingredient offerings and palattes.
Listening to their Customers
Outside of the original restaurant in New York City.
Menu for the fast-casual concept.
Rave reviews and immediate interest catapulted Les Trois Petits Cochon to success after their initial start in 1975. Their first menus included a mixture of pates, salads, quiches and more sophisticated plates like coq au vin and beouf bourgogne. Alain and Jean Pierre made all of the pates in small batches, by hand in the 300 square foot space after waking up early to search the city for fresh, high-quality ingredients. In 1975, it was hard to find some of the authentic ingredients that they needed to make traditional French food, but the duo Trois Petits Cochon never sacrificed on quality and consumers were hooked. Eventually, chefs began requesting them to supply pates in bulk quantites to serve at their restaurants. Many chefs did not have the time, skills or resources to make the authentic pate which Alain and Jean Pierre were perfecting. These initial requests helped Les Trois Petits Cochon evolve into what it is today- the leading creator of authentic pates and charcuterie in the United States. While they may no longer make French dishes in a take-out environment, the company has remained true to their intention, and to CEO David Kemp, “to thoughtfully innovate whenever it will best serve our loyal fans.” To Les Trois Petites Cochon, that means taking the step to become the first organic pate company in the United States. Like when they started, innovating the New York City food scene, they continue to innovate the food landscape.
Slices 12x4oz - $27.99/CS US-799 Saucisson Sec US-798 Saucisson Sec aux Herbes de Provence US-776 Chorizo US-804 Saucisson Sec aux Cepes $31.99/CS US-817 Jambon Sec (12x3oz) Cornichons 12x12.4oz - $22.99/CS FR-734 Piquants FR-735 Original Sweet Spicy Peppers
PR-100
Petits Poivrons
(12x4.3oz)
$24.99/CS
Authentic French Pates and Charcuterie With an Innovative Twist
Pate de Campagne was the very first product ever made by Les Trois Petits Cochon, an “ode to the beginning. It is an organic country pork pate, coarse in texture and sliceable.
Mousse aux Cepes is very spreadable- silky smooth in texture. It has organic chicken liver, pork and wild mushrooms. Pate aux Pommes et Cidre is made with organic chicken. It is very French inspired, made with Calvados, which is native to the Normandy region. It is a coarse pate, easy to cut and slice,
Organics 8x4oz - $21.99/CS US-889 Pate de Campagne US-887 Mousse aux Cepes US-888 Pate aux Pommes et Cidre
High Quality Ingredients Made in Small Batches “We are constantly looking towards the new,” said Camille Collins, Marketing Director at Les Trois Petites Cochon, “and by listening to our customers we discovered a huge push towards organic.” What they came up with is, through a lot of trial and error, research and development, and tasting, a line of three organics. These three are a nod to the guiding philosophy of Les Trois Petits Cochon. The Pate de Campagne is the very first product they ever made, an “ode to the beginning;” Mousse aux Cepes is a traditional French style; and Pate aux Pommes et Cidre is a nod to their respect for “traditional French with an American twist.” Beyond each flavor, they have also given a modern twist to the packaging and serving size. The individual portion size of the organics are a great way to introduce people who never had pate or mousse to give it a try. •
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Terrines are often made with a fish or vegetable mixture that has been cooked and allowed to cool and set into a terrine shape. They are light, spreadable and sliceable. US-692 Three Layer Vegetable A beautiful layering of broccoli with spinach, carrots and cauliflower and a hint of cheese. (8x5.5oz)
Terrines
$22.99/CS
Pate is a traditionally French food made with a mixture of cooked ground meat and fat minced into a spreadable paste. Common additions include vegetables, herbs, spices and either wine or brandy. The texture is coarse and it is sliceable. It can be served hot or cold. Pate can then be formed in to Mousse and Terrines.
Mousses Mousse are molded dishes made from meat, fish liver or vegetables and set with gelatin. They are light, creamy, smooth in texture and extremely spreadable.
Bloc de Foie Gras de Canard Terrines US-713 Truffee Retail US-703 De Foie De Canard Au Porto US-704 Royale Au Sauternes US-688 Canard Foie Gras US-699 Perigord Mini Terrines Sleeves US-690 Truffee US-691 Foie Canard Porto US-737
(6x6.5oz)
$129.99/CS
(6x8oz)
$26.99/CS $24.99/CS $28.99/CS $42.99/CS $27.99/CS
(6x8oz) (6x8oz) (6x8oz) (6x8oz)
(8x5.5oz) (8x5.5oz)
Pate
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Pates 8x5.5oz - $22.99/CS *pre-order items
US-778 Grand-Mere Pork and chicken liver pate with Armagnac.
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US-779 Aux Champignons Pork and chicken liver pate with mushrooms and sherry.
$22.99/CS $22.99/CS
Mini Toasts 24x2.75oz - $20.99/CS
Charcuterie
Saucisson Sec 12x8oz - $54.99/CS US-721 Air Dried US-774 Herbs de Provence US-773 Aux Cepes US-775 Chorizo Retail French Style Cooked Ham US-780 Natural (1x11lb) $5.29/LB $5.39/LB US-777 Smoked (1x8lb)
3 Pigs mini toasts, with their crusty texture and mild taste, are ideal for pates and cheeses.
Mustards 6x7oz - $9.99/CS FR-981 Dijon Mustard FR-980 Mustard, Whole Grain
US-731 US-736
Mini Toasts, Plain Mini Toasts, Wheat
Dry Goods
A charcuterie board is never complete without dry goods to supplement it! In addition to your pates, smoked and dried meats, mousses and terrines, include mustards and cornichons for a bite. Finish with toasts instead of a cracker for something that will stand up to these hearty meats.
Domestic Artisanal Steals. Beecher’s Handmade Cheese- Pre Cuts, 20-27x6-8oz $8.89/LB US-1066 No Woman
Face Rock Creamery Vampire Slayer Cheddar
$9.69/LB US-1067 Flagship Flagship is a semi-hard cow’s milk cheese with a uniquely robust, nutty flavor. Aged for 15 months.
US-1285 US-1286
Jamaican jerk spices have been added to create a savory cheese that is earthy, nutty and spicy.
$8.89/LB US-1068 Marco Polo Blends Flagship and lightly milled and cracked green and black peppercorns.
US-1090
4 Year Flagship $10.29/LB Flagship Smoked $11.49/LB
US-1069 Dutch Hollow Dulcet $9.69/LB US-1091 Made only in Beecher’s New York location with Jersey cow Aged for 15 months and naturally smoked over a blend of apple milk from Albany, NY farms. and cherry wood.
Beehive Cheese Company, 10X4OZ US-1150 Big John’s Cajun $28.99/CS This spicy, hand-rubbed cheese packs a heated punch as you near the rind. Made with an original cajun rub using cayenne pepper.
US-1151 Barely Buzzed $28.99/CS Unique espresso and lavendar hand-rubbed cheese with subtle notes of butterscotch and caramel.
Garlic lovers unite! This memorable, garlic-infused cheddar cheese is tangy and smooth.
Loaves Curds
(2x5lb) (12x6oz)
Fire Fly Farms US-278 Cabra La Mancha
$11.79/LB (1x4lb) Aged for at least 10 weeks before leaving the creamery, Cabra La Mancha’s semi soft texture makes it perfect for slicing. $12.29/LB US-279 Mountain Top Blue (6x9oz) This is a surface ripened blue and white mold pyramid. This cheese ages from its rind inward and grows progressively softer and creamier as it ripens. Fiscalini Farms US-208 Bandage Cheddar
$12.39/LB (1x7lb) Meticulously handcrafted in the traditional style by their master cheesemaker Mariano Gonzalez, this is their Signature cheese- a work of art, aged to perfection. US-210 San Joaquin Gold (1x13lb) Mildly sweet and mellow when young, this cheese develops a darker golden hue and nuttier flavor over time. Its flesh is granular with an aroma of toasted nuts and browned butter. $11.29/LB
Belle Chevre
$42.99/CS US-1114 Fig Breakfast Cheese (12x6oz) Creamy goat cheese combined with flavorful fig preserves for a healthful and balanced spread, lower in fat and calories than cow’s milk products. US-1115 Greek Kiss (6x4oz) A goat chevre disk delicately wrapped in a brined grape leaf, which imparts a surprising hint of Greek essence to this award winning cheese.
$34.99/CS Capriole Goat Cheese US-585 Old Kentucky Tomme
(1x5lb) Buttery and rich with mild “cellar” and mushroom overtones, this aged cheese falls somewhere between and American Jack and Tomme de Savoie. $18.99/LB
US-586 Mon St. Francis (2x1lb) Intense, beefy and earthy all describe this wheel with a reddish, washed rind and the typical pungent odor to match! It is a hearty, stinky, semihard cheese. $19.49/LB
Carr Valley Cheese
$10.69/LB US-1210 Cocoa Cardona (1x10lb) Chocolate and cheese unite beautifully in the award-winning American original. Featuring their delicious Cardona aged and rubbed with cocoa powder for a subtle cocoa flavor. $8.79/LB US-1212 Sweet Vanilla Cardona (1x10lb) $9.29/LB US-1211 Menage (1x10lb) This mixed-milk beauty is aged for intense flavor and a drier texture. It’s dipped in a lovely wax as vibrant and green as Wisconsin’s summertime pastures. Cooperstown Cheese Company
$13.99/LB US-1294 Justine (1x7lb) Made with sheep’s and cow’s milk. The washed curd recipe leaves it low in acidity and it has been aged for over a year. $9.69/LB US-1295 Toma Celena (1x6lb) This is a complex alpine cheese with a definitive Italian flavor. Toma Celena has overtones of toasted grains, a finish of caramelized apples and a semi-hard texture. $9.69/LB US-1296 Torino (2x10lb) Aged, Asiago-style cheese that has big flavor and a long finish.
$13.99/LB US-1297 Uproots (1x2lb) Uproots has a lovely, dark-brown and white rind, which comes from being washed in malty beer. The rind is slightly crunchy, with a fudgy, mild paste.
$7.69/LB $40.99/CS
US-211 Hop Scotch Cheddar (1x10.50lb) $8.99/LB To give this cheese its originality, they rinse the curds in an award-winning dark scotch ale beer maade by Devil’s Canyon Brewing Company located in San Carlos, CA. They then mold the cheese and age, allowing for the unique flavor profile to emerge.
Grafton Village Cheese
The tradition in handcrafted cheese in Grafton Village dates back to 1892, when local dairy farmers delivered their raw milk to the village creamery to have it turned in to cheese. Today, their cheddars are aged from one through four years in the aging process. With each year, a new flavor profile emerges. US-330 US-331 US-1326 US-930 US-318 US-929 US-332 US-334
Aged One Year Aged Two Years Aged Two Years- Bars Aged Two Years- Bars Waxed Aged Two Years- Wheels Aged Two Years- Bars Aged Three Years Maple Smoked Cheddar
(1x10lb) (1x10lb) (12x8oz) (12x8oz) (12x8oz) (24x4oz) (1x10lb) (2x5lb)
$5.59/LB $5.59/LB $37.99/CS $57.99/CS $57.99/CS $63.99/CS $7.89/LB $5.99/LB
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Laura Chenel Cabecou
Their California original Cabecou is a marinated goat cheese button with a dense texture. The disks are cut from fresh logs and placed on racks to dry for approximately 5 to 7 days. They are then hand packed with savory herbs into anti-leak jars and oil is added. The herbs infuse their flavors into the creamy and tart buttons before leaving Sonoma. Cabecou in Mini Pail (9x6.2oz) $42.99/CS US-293 Herb US-294 Spicy
Lioni Latticini
US-398 Fresh Mozzarella Hand Wrapped (12x1lb) Delicate, moist and smooth, this mozzarella is hand wrapped in the original size the old fashioned way. Made with whole milk cow mozzarella.
$3.99/LB
US-399 Burrata con Panna (6x8oz) A fresh mozzarella filled with a light and creamy authentic panna di latte and pasta filata.
$21.49/CS Meadow Creek Dairy US-310 Appalachian
$10.29/LB (2x9lb) A lightly coooked, pressed-curd cheese, aged for at least 90 days in their cellars. Appalachian is a lush, vibrant cheese with a velvety texture. March 2017 • 11
Super Steals:Domestic Milton Creamery US-800 Country Queen
Sartori US-903 Sarvecchio Parmesan
$8.69/LB (2x5lb) A raw goat’s milk cheddar with a extra tang. Milton Creamery is a Cooperative of Amish and Mennonite farmers in Idaho.
$8.39/LB (1x20lb) This is an American Parmesan-style cheese that is fruity with hints of lightly roasted caramel, aged to crumbly perfection. $11.49/LB US-912 Pastorale Blend (1x20lb) A lifelong connoisseur of lazy country picnics, Paolo Sartori inspired this peaceful blend of the finest cow’s and sheep’s milk- which has been given a sweet, cool, smoky finish and hand-dusted with paprika. Along with its creamy earthiness, they believe Paolo also would have savored how this blend took home top honors from the World Cheese Awards and a gold medal from the American Cheese Society.
Creamery 333 US-1370 Tricycle Goat Cheese
$26.49/CS (6x5oz) Creamery 333 is the creation of three friends and experienced cheesemakers. They have combined their vast knowledge to create a new world creamery with old world tradition. Tricycle is a natural rind, goat’s milk cheese made in Wisconsin. Fresh goat’s milk is used and it is aged. The rind is wrinkled from geotrichum and the texture is rich and creamy. It has a fresh and bright flavors and comes in an adorable wooden box- perfect for picnics! Nettle Meadow Farm and Artisan Cheese Fromage Frais $22.49/CS (8x5oz) Nettle Meadow’s newest spreadable cheese option is a mixed milk cheese of goat and cow’s milk. Fromage Frais is available in Eggnog flavor for a limited time! US-1219 US-1221
Eggnog Fig & Honey
US-1220 US-1222
Apple Cider Honey Lavendar
BellaVitano Wheels
$8.39/LB (1x20lb) A Sartori-family original, this rich, creamy cheese with its nutty, fruity flavor is also a celebrated gold-medal winner. Inspired by traditional, Italian farmstead cheese, BellaVitano Gold begins in the mouth like a Parmesan and finished in award-winning style with hints of melted butter. US-900 Citrus Ginger US-905 Balsamic US-901
$28.99/CS
Point Reyes Farmstead $8.69/LB US-177 Toma (1x9lb) In Italian, Toma means “wheel of cheese made by the farmer himself.” What better way to describe this extremely versatile, any-time, table cheese? All natural, semi-hard with a waxed rind. It has a creamy, buttery flavor and a grassy tangy finish.
US-902 US-904
Chai Espresso Rosemary Asiago
US-907 US-908 US-909
Sierra Nevada Cheese Company Bella Capra Wedges $31.99/CS (8x6oz)
Enjoy the creamy texture of their award-winning goat cheese. Bella Capra made with milk from the family dairy down the road from Sierra Nevada. Savor the bold aromas of the handmade cheese in four different varieties.
Traditional Garlic & Herb Smoked
$10.99/LB US-176 Bay Blue (1x6lb) Inspired by the sheer natural beauty of their coast climate and location, Bay Blue is a rustic-style blue cheese reminiscent of Stilton. It ha a mellow flavor and sweet, salted caramel finish.
US-440 US-441 US-443
Rogue Creamery US-832 Brutal Blue
Vermont Creamery Fresh Goat Chevre Logs (12x4oz) US-943 Herb de Provence US-944 Three Peppercorn US-976 Plain $27.99/CS
$12.99/LB (1x5lb) A raws cow’s milk blue cheese aged for three years in Rogue Creamery’s caves. It has a deep green veining running throughout and a mature flavor. It has a peppery bite and Rogue’s signature creaminess. $12.99/LB US-827 Oregon Blue (1x5lb) Created nearly half a century ago, Oregon Blue cheese has been the West Coast’s exemplary, award-winning sustainable cow’s milk blue cheese. Aged at least 90 days in their Roquefort modeled caves, it’s an approachable blue with a firm buttery paste and a bouquet of flavors to satisfy a range of palettes. $11.99/LB US-829 Smokey Blue (1x5lb) A long, gentle cold-smoking over shells from Oregon hazelnuts infuses Rogue Creamery’s Smokey Blue cheese with earthy flavors of smoke and hints of roasted nuts. The result is a cakey yet smooth blue cheese reminiscent of candied bacon. US-833 Mt. Mazama Cheddar (1x10lb) $10.79/LB Made with a combination of cow and goats milk, this cheddar showcases the best of both worlds: a thick texture, the flavor of sweet cream with a touch of tanginess from the cows, caramel and nutty notes with a hint of acidity from the goats.
Black Pepper Merlot Peppermint
Vermont Creamery’s Fresh Goat Chevre has earned an honored place among chefs and consumers alike. The cheese is made with fresh goats’ milk from family farms that is naturally coagulated overnight, drained and then shaped into logs. This cheese is distinguished by a simple, mild, fresh goats’ milk flavor and is highly versatile as an ingredient.
$29.49/CS US-963 Creme Fraiche (12x8oz) Creme Fraiche is an exquisitely rich cultured cows’ cream with a thick, creamy texture and a tart, slightly nutty flavor. Incredibly versatile, creme fraiche can be used as a base for dips and sauces, as an ingredient in baking, or as a simple topping for pies and soups. Unlike other cream-based products, it will not curdle over high heat or seperate when mixed with wine or vinegar. US-962
With Madagascar Vanilla
Vermont Farmstead US-1108 Sriracha Windsordale
$8.89/LB (12x7oz) Using an 1800 recipe of an Old English farmhouse cheese from the green rolling hills of Wenslydale in Yorkshie, Vermont Farmstead Windsordale is a raw-milk cheese similar to the one made famous by Wallace & Gromit. This version has Sriracha added for a spicy kick. (6x7oz) $27.99/CS US-770 Lille Coulommiers From the northern reaches of France comes the origin of their Coulommiersstyle cheese and thicker ancestor to Brie. Handmade in small batches, each wheel is a slightly different weight. Aged in its own special room and lovingly turned regularly, the delicate rind develops evenly with a white downy bloom. This decadently, sumptuous soft-ripened cheese has a supple paste core enveloped by a rich creamy body and reveals a subtle mushrooms nuance.
$12.99/CS US-964 Quark (6x8oz) German for “fresh curd,” quark is a fresh and slightly drained cows’ milk cheese that is similar to old-fashioned cream cheese. Inspired by its versatility and at the request of European chefs, co-founders Allison Hooper and Bob Reese crafted their first batch in 1985. Quark is made from fresh local milk that is coagulated overnight into fresh cheesecloth and whipped with a trace of creme fraiche.
(12x8oz)
$31.99/CS
St. Patricks Day St. Patrick’s Day comes each year in a tide of green beer and shamrocks, so that many forget where the holiday actually started. The day itself is the established Catholic feast day for Ireland’s patron saint: St. Patrick. The feast day became a nationally recognized holiday, where families would attend church in the morning. After morning services, Irish people would feast! Due in part to the massive number of individuals who recognize themselves as having Irish heritage, St. Patrick’s day is
a massive cultural celebration in the United States. In Chicago, they dye the city’s river green. In New York and cities around the country there are huge parades. Make sure you are prepared for the holiday with a wide selection of Irish cheese and dairy products- but go one step further! Instead of filling your cases with artificial green, go back to the roots of St. Patrick’s day and offer authentic Irish items. In that way, you can support the holiday, while alluding to Ireland’s iconic natural beauty and local, farmstead products.
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St. Patrick’s Day Guide
Cahill Farm
Experience the taste of Cahill’s Irish farmhouse cheese made the traditional way for generations in Ireland.
Emerald Isle Cheddar
Cahill is a third generation, family owned, artisan cheese making business, nestled in the heartland of County Limerick, Ireland.
This cheddar has the distinctive Irish flag themed wax rind which will really stand out in your case! This is their Original Cheddar, which is 100 percent pure and natural, handcrafted in the traditional Irish way. All of their ingredients are chosen with care and a desire to support local, small-scale suppliers. This yellow waxed gourmet cheese truckle is handmade using IR-224 • 1x5lb • $6.29/LB Kilbeggan Irish Whiskey, then matured into a traditional Irish monastic cheese. . US-220 • 1x5lb • $6.29/LB .
Original Irish Whiskey Cheddar
Original Irish Porter Cheddar
This brown waxed gourmet cheese truckle is the original and definitive Irish Plain Porter cheese. Each brown waxed truckle is individually handcrafted with plain Irish porter, brewed by Guinness in the Dublin premises since 1759. IR-225 • 1x5lb • $6.29/LB
Pure Irish Butter
The winds, rain and warming influence of the Gulf Stream all contribute to the lush grass Kerrygold cows feed on yearround. They produce the sweetest, richest milk in the world, which makes their grass-fed cow’s milk butter taste silky and creamy and glow a healthy golden yellow. IR-300 Salted Bars • IR-304 Unsalted Bars • 20x8oz • $45.99/CS
Skellig
Dubliner
Skellig is a creamy, full-flavored Cheddar imported from Ireland. It delivers exceptional flavor- rich and tangy, with a hint of sweetness. It is crumbly, savory and has a lovely sweetness. IR-019 Pre-Cuts • 24x7oz • $64.99/CS
A robust aged cow’s milk cheese with a bit of a hard texture similar to cheddar. In one bite you can taste the diversity of flavorsfrom nutty to sharp to sweet- that can only come from a natural cheese made from the milk of grass-fed cows. IR-016 Pre-Cuts • 24x7oz • $64.99/CS IR-250 Loaf • 2x5lb • $5.79/LB
Swiss
Kerrygold ages their gourmet Swiss over 90 days to enhance the delicate nuances that give it a signature sweet, nutty taste. IR-020 Pre-Cuts • 24x7oz • $64.99/CS
Cashel Blue
Blarney Castle
Blarney Castle is a mild and creamy cow’s milk cheese with rich velvety undertones. It both feels and tastes similar to a young Dutch Gouda. IR-011 Pre-Cuts • 24x7oz • $64.99/CS
Cashel Blue is a semi-soft, creamy Irish farmhouse cheese, distinguished by its round full flavor and signature tang. Its buttery color is punctuated by characteristic blue veining. IR-200 • 2x3lb • $8.79/LB
Irish Butter with Canola Oil
With a simple list of ingredients, including only pasteurized cream from grass-fed cows, salt and canola oil, this butter stays true to their tradition of producing all natural dairy products. IR-021 • 16x7.5oz • $31.59/CS
St. Patrick’s Day Guide
$54.99/CS IR-088 Glenstal Irish Creamery Salted Butter (20x8oz) Traditionally churned and packed in parchment, Glenstal Butter is a delicious addition to your table. Enjoy the richness and creaminess of Irish churned butter.
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Celtic Vintage Irish Cheddar Whiskey (1x5lb) Whiskey Pre-Cut (1x5lb) Whiskey Pre-Cut (1x5lb) Red Wine Pre-Cut (1x5lb) Porter (1x5lb) Porter Pre-Cut (1x5lb)
IR-802 IR-803 IR-804 IR-805 IR-806 IR-807
$7.59/LB $8.69/LB $7.59/LB $8.69/LB $7.59/LB $8.69/LB
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Carrigaline Cheese Wheels Beech Smoked (1x3.9lb) (1x3.9lb) Cranberry (1x3.9lb) Original (1x3.9lb) Seaweed Shamrock Garlic & Herb Shamrock Original Waxed Garlic & Herb Shamrock Beech Smoked
IR-160 IR-161 IR-162 IR-163 IR-164 IR-165 IR-166 IR-167
$8.69/LB $8.69/LB $8.69/LB $8.69/LB (12x5.2oz) (12x5.2oz) (1x3.9lb) (12x5.2oz)
$59.99/CS $59.99/CS $8.49/LB $57.99/CS
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did you know?
Before the late 20th century, bars and pubs were closed in Ireland on this religious holiday. So much for green beer!
Knockanore Irish Farmhouse Cheddar Oak Smoked (1x5.5lb) $8.29/LB Raw Milk (1x5.5lb) $8.29/LB
IR-800 IR-801
did you know?
St. Patrick wasn’t always called Patrick! His birth name is thought to have been Maewyn Scott. He changed it after he became a priest.
Wicklow Brie IR-170 Ban Wheel (1x2.8lb) $8.59/LB IR-171 Blue Wheel (1x2.8lb) $9.99/LB IR-179 St Kevin’s Loaf (1x2.8lb) $8.29/LB Gold Cheddar IR-172 Basil & Garlic (1x5.7lb) $8.59/LB IR-173 Beechwood Smoked Ewe (8x5.2oz) $26.99/CS IR-174 Beechwood Smoked (1x5.7lb) $8.69/CS IR-175 Nettle & Chive Ewe (8x5.2oz) $25.99/CS IR-176 Nettle & Chive (1x5.7lb) $8.29/LB IR-177 Original (1x5.7lb) $8.29/LB IR-180 Basil & Garlic Ewe (8x5.2oz) $24.99/CS IR-181 Tomato & Herb Ewe (8x5.2oz) $24.99/CS IR-182 Gold Cheddar Ewe (8x5.2oz) $24.99/CS IR-178 Gold Cheddar (1x5.7lb) $8.29/LB
Tipperary Cheddar
Tipperary Cheddar, which is aged over twelve months, has a rich, creamy texture and a delicious sharp taste. The rich yellow color in Tipperary Cheddar comes about as a result of the rich, fertile grasses that feed the cattle. IR-099 Extra Sharp Pre-Cuts (20x7oz) $28.49/CS IR-100 Extra Sharp Block (1x10lb) $4.79/LB IR-102 Irish Castle Smooth & Mild (12x7oz) $28.49/CS IR-103 Vintage 2 Year (12x7oz) $29.49/CS
did you know?
The original “official”color for St. Patrick’s day was blue. It wasn’t until 1798, during the Irish Rebellion, that it was changed to green for a more patriotic sentiment.
Raclette
RACLETTE du haut LIVRADOIS
FR-530 Livradois FR-532 RM
(1x8lb) (1x15lb)
$4.99/LB $5.59/LB
Raclette is a semi-hard cow's milk cheese that is most commonly used for melting. Farmers used to bring pieces of this cheese with them out in the fields. At night, sitting around the campfire, they would place the cheese next to the fire until it reached the perfect softness. Then they would scrape it on top of bread.
Montboissie FR-490 Montboissie FR-491 Raw Milk
(1x8lb) (1x13lb)
$4.99/LB $5.69/LB
This is a Morbier-style cheese produced in the Jura Mountain. It is made with cow’s milk and has a line of wine running through the middle. It has a milky flavor with a hint of fruit and a nutty finish. The line running through the cheese is representative of the 19th century tradition where the morning milk curds would be topped with a line of ash or wine to keep them preserved.
Blue d’Auvergne FR-016 OR Dome RM FR-088 Milledome
(4x2.75lb) (2x6lb)
$5.99/LB $4.59/LB
Covered with a natural mold rind, Bleu d’Auvergne has a strong, rustic taste. Made mainly in the south of Pur-de-Dome and the north of Cantal where the rich volcanic soil of the grassland area is abundant with varied flora. This cheese has been produced in compliance with a manufacturing tradition over 150 years old.
Fourme d’Ambert
FR-371 OR Dome RM (2x5.5lb) $5.99/LB FR-089 Milledome Pasteurized (2x4.5lb) $4.59/LB A milder cow’s milk blue cheese with a beautiful ivory paste veined with bluish gray and a soft, creamy texture. Produced in the highlands of Auvergne, it has a subtle fragrance and soft texture. FR-621
St. Nectaire Auvermont
(2x4lb)
$5.29/LB
St. Nectaire is a treasure made in the heart of Massif du Sancy. Made with pasteurized milk, it matures for 28 days, and is washed with salt water multiple times. These washings give it a rind that ranges from gray to orange-brown. It has a round, generous shape and a soft paste that is tender, delicate and nutty.
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FR-622
Supreme Brie
(2x4lb)
$7.19/LB
Has a creamy texture with a distinct brie flavor.
US-127
Creme Fraiche
(12x7oz)
$30.99/CS
This all-natural, kosher cultured cream product is the perfect culinary alternative to heavy cream and sour cream. Ideal for gourmet cooking and elegant dessert toppings, its delicate flavor and rich, velvety texture bring the perfect complement to both sweet and savory recipes.
St. Andre
This triple cream cheese is as rich as pure butter. It delivers a tongue-pleasing salty tang that derives from the ocean air blowing through the pastures of the Normandy coast.
FR-600 FR-605
Bulk Mini
(1x4lb) (6x7oz)
$8.29/LB $22.99/CS
FR-608 US-290
Delice de France Plain
(2x4lb)
$6.39/LB
A French classic triple creme cheese made in the Burgundy region. It is made by belnding full fat cow’s milk with creme fraiche to create an incredibly smooth and delicious soft cheese with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. It has a mushroomy aroma and a white, bloomy rind.
FR-319
Etorki
(2x10lb)
St. Agur
(2x5lb)
$9.19/LB
A blue cheese made from pasteurized cow’s milk from the village of Beauzac in the Monts du Velay. This also classifies as a double cream, contains 80 percent butterfat and is aged for 60 days in cellars. The longer it is aged, the stronger and spicier it gets.
$9.29/LB
Produced in the heart of the Basque region. Made with the finest quality sheep’s milk, Etorki will age for about 9 weeks to develop its fine aromas. Etorki symbolizes all the strength and richness of its lofty origin. It has an amber rind and ivory colored paste.
FR-255
Chaumes
(2x4lb)
$7.99/LB
Characterized by a unique, full-bodied flavor. Genuine Chaumes comes from the washed-rind family. It has a delightfully soft, springy texture and is rich and creamy with a fully edible paper-thin rind.
US-062
Chavire Pyramid
(6x5.3oz)
$12.39/CS
Chavrie’s all natural, indulgent flavor comes from the goodness and purity of fresh, creamy goats milk.
FR-595
St. Albray
(2x4lb)
$7.99/LB
Saint Albray is crafted in the Pyrenees region of France. Mostly famous for its distinctive hearty, robust mixed rind and flower shape, this cheese has a complex flavor profile with a creamy, meaty texture.
Fromage Frais
6x5.3oz - 13.49/CS
The Isigny St. Mere fromage frais are a tribute to the recipes of long ago. Fresh and authentic, they are made to be enjoyed on all occassions. The fromage frais are also characteristically thick and rich in milk solids (meaning that there is less water for a given percentage of fat in dry matter). They are particularly silky and luxurious. They are made from the finest Normandy milks. These are distinguished by their exceptional richness, high fat content and high levels of protein. It is then made in cloths, drained slowly and gently, as tradition requires. This draining process preserves all its character and texture. It allows a lightly acidulated taste to develop. Needless to say, every stage of the process is punctuated with quality checks and tests, which ensure that their fromage frais meets all of their expectations! FR-1005 FR-1007
0% Plain 20% Plain
FR-1009 FR-1010
40% Plain Caramelized Apple
FR-1011 FR-1012
Plums Raspberry
FR-1013
Strawberries
Creme Chantilly
A La Vanille de Madagascar
The Isigny cooperative invented an unheard-of product: whipped cream in an aerosol can. FR-204
(12x7oz)
$34.99/CS
Papillon Roquefort
In September each year, the Papillon baker comes to make approximately 300 rye bread loaves, which are then used to make the penicilium roqueforti. The bread is baked long enough that it has a hard, dark brown exterior with a moist interior. The Papillon strain of penicilium roqueforti is injected into the bread, where it develops for a month and is then transformed into a fine powder. After the milk from the Lacaune ewe has rennet added, cut and mixed, the curds and whey are seperated. When just the curds remain, the rye bread powder is sprinkled over top, which is the most important part of Papillon Roquefort production. The curds are packed in to molds, turned and pressed for two days, before they are salted. Coarse salt is placed on both sides of the wheels and then pressed into the wheel when it is pricked. To be considered AOP Roquefort, the cheese must be aged in the natural caves for a minimum of 14 days and then for 3 months in aging rooms. Papillon Roquefort is aged initially for at least 21 days and then for an additional minimum of 5 months. They take the extra time to develop a version of AOP Roquefort that goes beyond others on the market. Papillon also takes additional steps to conduct quality control testing at each stage of production. With Papillon Roquefort, you get cheeses that are made with care and passion. FR-563
Black Label Halves
(4x3lb)
$7.79/LB
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fromager d’affinois
fromager d’affinois FR-373 FR-372 FR-368
Original Garlic & Herb Pepper
(2x4.4lb) (2x4.4lb) (2x4.4lb)
Created in 1981 by Jean-Claude Guilloteau, the Fromagerie has developed due in part to its unique production process. Ultrafiltration removes the excess water contained in milk, concentrating the protein. Fromager d’Affinois is made using fresh milk collected every 48 or 72 hours from dairy farms located near production sites in Belley and Pelussin. After the milk is pasteurized, it is filtered, leaving just the protein, nutrients and flavor. Rennet, ferments, salt and other ingredients are then added. Checks are carried out at each stage of the production process to produce healthy, tasty cheese. Ultrafiltration creates a creamy texture, fine rind and unique taste. The process allows for a consistent production quality year round and an exceptional nutritional profile. All of the Fromager d’Affinois cheeses have more calcium and protein than other soft cheeses because of their unique production process. While classic Fromager d’Affinois is the best known, the Florette goat and Brebis sheep are just as great. Each one of the flavors of classic Fromager d’Affinois will have the same creamy texture, but with additional flavor. Each different take retains all of the characteristics of the original, but with a twist!
$52.99/CS $56.99/CS $56.99/CS
TRY IT WITH... Strawberries and sparkling wine!
FR-889
St. Angel
(2x1.7lb)
$6.79/LB
At just five inches square Saint Angel is a diminuitive triplecrème cheese, but its heavenly texture and flavor won’t go unnoticed. Saint Angel has a delicate, bloomy white rind with an inoffensive hint of mushroom flavor that becomes richer with age. Its interior pâte is rich and luscious with the delicate taste of sweet cream. FR-515
Florette
(1x2.2lb)
$8.29/LB
Fromager d'Affinois Florette is an especially mild and delicate cheese. It reveals the finesse and typical character of goat's milk in a soft cheese.
FR-499
Pave d’Affinois
(8x5.5oz)
$22.49/CS
With its unique shape, Pave d’Affinois is still a traditional cheese. It has a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Made with cow’s milk. FR-890
St. Geric Blue Cheese
(2x1.7lb)
$7.39/LB
St. Geric is a small square cheese which is equivalent to the Saint Angel in a blue version. It is a triple-creme blue cheese, delicate, creamy and mild in taste.
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Le Roule
For generations, Rians has offered incomparable freshness in its fresh cheeses.
Log FR-575 Garlic and Herb FR-577 Cranberry
(1x4lb) (1x4lb)
$7.49/LB $8.79/LB
Pre-Pack Slices FR-576 Garlic and Herb FR-578 Cranberry
(12x5.3oz) (6x4.4oz)
$33.49/CS $16.49/CS
Ines Rosales Tortas
In 1910, a woman named Ines Rosales began making Olive Oil Tortas by hand and selling them at the train station in Seville, Spain. Soon, she could not keep up with demand and she decided to employ some local women. She used local ingredients, including extra virgin olive oil and unbleached wheat flour. In a short period of time, this Andalusian specialty became known and enjoyed throughout Spain. Today, the tradition continues. Ines Rosales Tortas are still made by hand with the same receipes Ines created over one hundred years ago.
Tortas (10x6.34oz) $24.99/CS SP-870 Olive Oil SP-873 Orange SP-871 Rosemary & Thyme SP-874 Cinnamon SP-872 Sea Salt & Sesame
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From Dalmatia with Love Neb Chupin was born and grew up in the Vodice, a small town in Croatia. More specifically, it is located on the Dalmatian coasts of the Mediterranaena Sea. He had a special connection with his grandfather, and together they worked the vast olive fields and fig groves. They picked and ate the freshest fruits and sour cherries together every summer, but eventually Neb left the Dalmatian costal town for the city to study engineering. It was in Zagreb, Croatia, that Neb met Maia Magee, a classical singer from Massachusetts. They fell in love, but the story is far from over. After listening to Neb’s fond reminiscing about his childhood and the vibrant coastal experiences and food, Maira became inspired. Just like Neb, most of the younger generations had flocked to cities to pursuits besides agriculture. The groves and fields that Neb used to work with his grandfather had fallen in to neglect, but Maia’s idea was to go back to his roots! Together, they decided to bring the authentic Croatian products of Neb’s childhood to the United States. At first it was extremely challenging. Normal consumers had no idea what a fig was, let alone how they should use a fig spread. It was only through performing live product demonstrations that they found success, but once they did, things took off! •
Fig Spread
The original Dalmatia spread. Each fig used to make these spreads has been handpicked, manually opened and inspected for quality. The fruits used to make them are all sourced locally from the prisitne Dalmatia coast. They now go one step farther and ensure that all the fruit spreads are Non-GMO Certified. Dalmatia Original Fig Spread is the perfect addition to any cheese plate. It works and complements a wide range of cheeses from brie to blue to aged cheddars. Beyond that, it has many different applications, like as a spread on a flatbread with crumbled goat cheese and prosciutto. It also works as a simple addition for breakfast, spread on a piece of toast or mix with Greek yogurt. CRO-100 Original • CRO-120 Orange • CRO-125 Chocolate (12x8.5oz) • $30.99/CS CRO-110 Bulk • (4x3.53lb) • $41.99/CS
PLUM Spread Fig Cocoa Bars
The Dalmatia Fig Spread with Cocoa is a beautiful, sweet and chocolatey version of the original fig spread. It has a richness, from the cocoa, that is different from the original. The cocoa used to make this version is Fair Trade. Try adding it to your morning shake or afternoon smoothie. The chocolate spread is also a wonderful addition to a brownie or bar mixture. It will add a pronounced chocolate flavor with subtle fig notes.
Blue Plums from the pristine Pannonian Valley are nearly the only ingredient in this traditional recipe. There are no added sweeteners or sugers in the Dalmatia Plum recipe. Its sweetness comes naturally from the plums. Fresh ingredients and slow cooking methods create a velvety spread of concentrated plum that works as a great filling for crepes, a topping on a dutch baby. CRO-128 Dalmatia Plum Spread • (12x8.5oz) • $32.99/CS
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Baked Fish En Papillote
This dish sounds fancy, but it really just means wrapped in paper! Use red pepper spread as a topping for a white fish like sole or flounder, along with fresh lemon, dill and chopped, fresh vegetables. Wrap it up in parchment paper to seal in the flavor!
Red Pepper Spread
A traditional savory spread from Croatia, every family has its own recipe. Made from sweet red peppers, this flavorful and savory spread is delicious along or as a condiment. CR-250 • (12x7.1oz) • $34.99/CS
Tapenade Spreads
Perfect for the olive enthusiast, with bold flavors and simple ingredients, these olive spreads are intense and clean on the palate, with a rich and strong finish. Flavorful additions to any charcuterie board, but also try spread on to grilled bread with roasted tomato and a drizzle of olive oil. CRO-200 Black Olive • CRO-210 Green Olive • (12x6.7oz) • $31.99/CS
Bruschettini
All of the natural Asturi Bruschettini snack size Italian bruchetta toasts are baked using unbleached flour and only the highest quality extra virgin olive oil. They are the perfect snack all by themselves, or topped with almost anything; a great appetizer for any occassion.
Bruschettini
(12x4.23oz)
$21.99/CS
Classico Virgin OIive Oil Rosemary & Olive Oil IT-512 Garlic & Parsley IT-517 Black and Green Olives IT-516 Cracked Black Pepper IT-511 IT-518
And now try the Puff Pastry Desserts! (12x7.76oz) $35.99/CS IT-513 Palmine IT-514 Sfogliantine IT-515 Ventaglini March 2017 • 25
Imported Classics. Italy
FRance
Pecorino Romano IT-414 Wheels
$3.69/LB (1x45lb) Made with 100 percent sheep’s milk, this cheese has a sharper, smokier flavor than Parmesan. It is a hard, salty cheese often used for grating. Gorgonzola
$5.89/LB IT-024 Piccante DOP (4x3lb) This is a soft, sharp, aged blue cheese made with full fat pasteurized cow’s milk. Flavors in this cheese are strong, intense and sharp with a pungent, spicy bite coming early on. It is aged for a minimum of 80 days. $4.69/LB IT-025 Dolce DOP Creamy (4x3lb) Meaning “sweet” in Italian, Dolce is a soft, blue, buttery cheese made with whole, unpasteurized cow’s milk. Flavors are not very assertive but sweet, mild with notes of sour cream. It is aged for a minimum of 50 days. Provolone IT-289 Piccante
Abbaye de Belloc FR-000 Wheel (2x9lb)
Tomme FR-024 Abondance
$7.49/LB (1x20lb) Made exclusively from unpasteurized milk produced by the Abondance breed of cattle. It has a strong smell and an intensely fruity, buttery and hazelnut flavor. It is aged for a minimum of at least 100 days and is firm but supple. $6.39/LB FR-632 Savoie Traditionelle (1x4lb) Made from raw, skimmed cows milk, lower in fat content. Tomme Savoie is semi-soft, with flavors of grass and nuts. It is aged for 2-4 months and develops a thick grey rind dotted with patches of yellow and red.
$4.59/LB (2x11lb) Cow’s milk cheese with a firm texture and a mild, smoky flavor. It has a golden brown rind and has been aged for two to three months. The paste itself is pale yellow in color. Parmigiano Reggiano IT-172 Export Stamp 24M (1x80lb)
$6.85/LB
Parmigiano has a PDO stamp and is made with cow’s milk that have only been grazing on fresh grass and hay. It is made in the Provinces of Parma, Reggio Emilia, Modena, Bologna and Mantua. It is a hard, gritty texture and is fruity and nutty.
Ricotta Salata IT-058 Wheels (2x7.7lb)
$2.69/LB
Asiago IT-300 Pressato DOP 20 Days (1x28.6lb) $4.09/LB
Asiago is an Italian cow’s milk PDO cheese. Authentic Asiago is produced in the apline region of the Asiago plateau in the Veneto region of Italy. This version is produced using fresh whole milk from cows which graze within the same region. It is semi-soft, with irregularly shaped eyes. It has a sweet, buttery taste and a slightly salty aftertaste.
Fontina IT-015 Val d’Aosta
$6.79/LB (1x18lb) Produced exclusively from whole raw milk from Valle d’Aosta cows. The raw milk is processed within two hours so that organic and natural components remain intact. Seasoned on wooden planks in natural caves.
(6x5.29oz) (6x8.81oz)
Delice de Bourgogne FR-040 Bulk (1x4lb)
$5.99/LB
Jacquin FR-586 Selles/Cher Fresh Rond
$22.99/CS (1x4lb) Made with whole goat’s milk, it has a soft white paste and natural crust made using charcoal powder. FR-705 Valencay Ash (6x10.6oz) $32.99/CS Valencay is a classic French cheese that is made with unpasteurized goats milk. It has a rustic blue-grey color and a rind that is dusted in charcoal.
Boursin FR-025 Garlic and Herb
(12x5.2oz) $36.49/CS Boursin is a creamy, spreadable cheese that comes out of France. It is extremely creamy and melts well to become a smooth sauce.
Trouvillais Cookies
(10x4.4oz) $15.69/CS The Trouvillais biscuit combines creme fraiche and fruit in an all butter shortbread pastry. It is made with local produce and Isigny AOC butter.
FR-817
Produced using the Italian water buffalo milk, which is higher in calcium, protein and lower in cholesterol than regular milk. Mozzarella di Bufala is a fresh cheese that is semi-elastic and soft. It is coated with a thin, edible rind and brined for up to a week. This is a delicate and genuine product with outstanding taste and freshness.
Cups Bags
$11.59/LB (1x12lb) A firm, raw cow’s milk cheese associated with the Gruyere family. An Alpine cheese that is pale yellow with a smooth and creamy texture, but without holes like other Gruyere-style cheeses.
FR-815
Mozzarella di Bufala
IT-178
Beaufort FR-029 Alpage, 1/8 Wheel
Soft-ripened triple creme cheese with a fluffy white rind and uniform ivory paste. It has a mushroom odor and a unique texture with a buttery taste.
This sheep’s milk ricotta is produced with whey from pasteurized milk and salt. It is pressed, salted and aged for at least 90 days. It has a milky white color, a firm texture and a salty taste. Ideal for grating, in prepared food or serving as is. The product is vaccum sealed for freshness.
IT-177
$9.89/LB
This was initially made by Benedictine monks in the Aquitaine region of France. A traditional farmhouse, unpasteurized, semi-hard cheese made from sheep’s milk. It is firm, dense, rich and creamy in texture. The taste resembles burnt caramel and it is aged anywhere from four to ten months.
$16.99/CS $28.49/CS
Apple Apricot
French Emmental FR-272 Blocks
$3.09/LB (2x6.6lb) Based off of the original Swiss Ementaller, it has many eyes and a savory but mild taste. Perfect for melting on sandwiches or in recipes.
Netherlands Brie
Gouda ND-167 39 Lavendar
FR-171 In Tins (4x12x4.5oz) $103.99/CS Brie is a soft cow’s milk cheese named after Brie, the French region where it originated. It is pale in color with a slight grayish tinge under a rind of white mold. This brie is packaged in tins and easy to serve.
$3.49/LB (1x11lb) This refreshing spring cheese is produced on a typical Dutch farm in the midldle of Holland known as Het Groene Hart or “The Green Heart” of Holland. Melkbus 39 Lavendar starts as a traditional raw milk farmstead Gouda. It is then infused with fragrant French Lavendar blooms, rosemary and thyme just prior to pressing and shaping. After 10 weeks of aging, the lavendar’s slightly sweet flair gives this indulgent and creamy cheese just the right balance of floral essence with a herbal garden aroma.
Camembert FR-246 In Tins
(4x12x4.5oz) $103.99/CS Camembert is a soft, creamy, surface-ripened cheese cow’s milk cheese. It was first made in the late 18th century at Camembert in the Normandy region of Northern France. It is an AOC cheese that can only be made with unpasteurized milk.
$10.29/LB ND-165 149 Truffles (1x18lb) Melkbus 149 Truffle starts as a traditional raw milk farmstead Gouda. Just before pressing and shaping the cheese, shavings of Italian black truffles are generously sprinkled throughout the curd, making it truly special. After 10 weeks of aging, earthy flavors from the truffles are infused throughout the cheese along with notes of Walnuts.
Valbreso Feta
Valbreso Feta has a unique creaminess with no bitterness or after taste and a rich tangy yet delicate flavor. It has a very subtle saltiness.It is made with a very unique breed of sheep- the Lacaune, which is renowned for its rich and creamy milk. FR-346 FR-348
Loaves Pre-Cuts
(2x4.5lb) (12x7oz)
Austria
$4.99/LB $32.99/CS Krauterschatz AUS-800 Wheels
$8.99/LB (2x6.6lb) Crafted from raw, grass- and grass hay fed cows milk. A super smooth, semi-hard cheese that is coated and rubbed with 8 alpine herbs. This beautiful, herbacious rind is edible. For 3 months this treasure is coddled and cared for by the master cheese maker.
Madrigal FR-439 Wheels
$4.89/LB (1x26lb) Swiss type cheese with large holes and a slightly sweet taste. Produced using original recipes from the milk of the highest quality. P’Tit Basque FR-500 Istara 600G
(6x1.25lb) $9.49/LB P’Tit Basque resembles Manchego, but has a milder flavor. Made with pure ewe’s milk, it has a sweet nutty finish and is uniquely creamy for a semi-hard cheese.
Comte AOP
Waldviertler Farmhouse Klassich AUS-802 Wheels (2x2.2lb)
$9.69/LB
Traditional Austrian sheep’s milk cheese. This is the classic, traditional version. Creamy, silky texture and a slighty spicy, tangy finish. It ends kind of fresh on your palate- not at all salty. Completely different than any other sheep’s milk cheese on the market.
This cheese has been made since around the 13th century and has an AOP certification.
5M Bellecombre 8M Granvallier
FR-260 FR-261
(1x80lb) (6.49lb)
$5.99/LB $6.49/LB
spain Idiazabal D.O. SP-500 Smoked
$4.49/LB (2x6.6lb) A Traditional hard cheese made from raw sheep’s milk. It has a smooth and hard natural rind that is pale yellow to amber in color. The cheese is dry without being crumbly. It has a smoky flavor and pairs well with red wine. Iberico Cerrato SP-494 Wheels
$7.69/LB (2x6.6lb) Iberico Cerrato has a marked softness that gives it a slightly sticky and pleasantly oily sensation. The flavor and texture are perfectly balanced. The cheese has a medium intense aftertaste of goat’s milk. It is made with pasteurized cow, goat and sheep’s milk.
Czech Republic Butter CZ-101 Jana Valley, Sweet Bars
(20x8.8oz) $39.49/CS Jana Valley Butter is a delicious sweet cream butter produced in the South Bohemian region, which is known for its unspoiled beauty. The land is dotted by small farms where herds graze on luch pastures. The well-cared for cows produce pure, all-natural milk, giving it a unique flavor with low moisture and high butterfat.
DEnmark Danish Blue DK-007 Wheels
$3.29/LB (1x6lb) A white to yellowish cheese with nice blue-green veins and an open structure. The cheese is firm but sliceable and might crumble a bit. The taste has a good balance between mold, salt and the sweet taste of the cow’s milk. Taste is often sharp and salty. It is an extremely mild blue cheese, great for beginners! Due to the mild flavor, this is great for cooking.
Creamy Havarti DK-055 Loaves (1x8lb)
Havarti is a creamy, to yellowish colored semi-soft cheese with many small and irregular eyes. Consistency is soft, elastic and sliceable. This cheese is rindless. Taste is mild and buttery, slightly bitter and aromatic but more sharp with age. It is often flavored with various herbs or spices such as dill, caraway, jalapenos, chilis and other herbs.
$2.89/LB
Fontina DK-131 Wheels
$3.09/LB (1x15lb) Danish Fontina is pale yellow and semi-soft with a mild, slightly sweet flavor. A derivative of its Italian namesake and a great table cheese that goes well with a white wine, Fontina is also a good sandwich cheese. March 2017 • 27
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fior d’arancio Fior d’Arancio is inspired by the cheese making oral traditions passed down from one Venetian farmer to another. During World War I, Italian farmers would try to hide their food and cheese from invading Austrian soldiers. One of the spots they chose was inside empty wine barrels. After the soldiers left, the farmers took their cheese wheels out of the barrels to find them sweeter in flavor with the outer rind tinted by the wine. It was through this story that cheesemaker Sergio Moro got the inspiration to create a wine-soaked cheese. He had already transformed what his grandfather started as a small dairy farm into a factory specializing in the production of farmstead cheeses. The cheeses made were guided by the same principles as were passed down from previous generations. Sergio started with trying to find the perfect wine to wed with a blue cheese. Fior d’arancio translates to the “orange flower,” which is also the name of the sweet dessert wine used to make this cheese. Made with 100 percent yellow Moscato grapes, Fior d’Arancio wine has a DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita) designation and is made locally to the Moro Formaggi. This wine stood out because of its beautiful golden color and intense aromas of lemon, tangerine and white peach. With such a strong, sweet and citrus flavor profile, the blue cheese does not have an overly funky or off-putting odoor that many other washed rind cheeses develop over
time. It smells fresh, fragrant and floral, creating a beautiful sensory experience when eaten. After selecting the perfect wine, Sergio set to work on making his farmstead blue cheese. Using milk from both Alpine Brown and D’Oropa cows, both of which have great butterfat and protein content for cheese production. While the actual process itself is a closely guarded secret, the basics are straightforward: after the wheel takes shape and the blue mold cultures are added, holes are drilled into the wheel. Fior d’Arancio wine is then poured over the top of the wheels and wrapped in linen cloths. Through osmosis, the cheese absorbs the perfume and aroma of the wine while aging on wooden planks for 30 days. They are then topped with glacé orange peels for additional flavor and aroma. The flavor and texture created in the cheese are unlike any other blue available. It has strong citrus and fruit aromas in addition to those of honey and wildflowers. Fior d’Arancio is creamy and slightly crumbly when cut. It has the subtle tang normally found in blue cheese, yet it is balanced with the freshness and sweetness from being steeped in a Moscato. Unlike any other blue cheese out there, this is a perfect dessert cheese or stand-alone star. The crumbly texture also work well in recipes, but this cheese is so good you’ll want it all on its own. IT-205 Fior d’Arancio (2x5.5lb) $12.99/LB
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ND-887
Smoked
(4x6lb)
$2.89/LB
This gouda is a pasteurized, processed cheese with a rich, smoky beachwood flavor. It has a mild, creamy taste and a smooth texture. It slices easily for sandwiches. Try melting it on an apple pie for an interesting recipe.
Artikaas Gouda
ND-888 Vintage Aged 3 Years (1x26lb) $10.29/LB This Gouda has been aged for 3 years on wooden shelves. It has a hard texture with sharp flavor and scotch-whiskey aroma. It is great for snacking with dried apricots and nuts, grating over pastas and salads, and paired with a nice Merlot.
ND-203
Old Amsterdam
(2x11lb)
$8.49/LB
Old Amsterdam's story is a tale of passion and dedication. This cheese has its origins at the end of the ninteenth century. The Westland family was made of fisherman until the construction of the Afsluitdijk dam that transformed the fishing area into a freshwater lake in 1932. In search of a new tradition, they soon found a new passion in cheese. Lambert Westland wanted to produce a cheese that was just as delicious as the cheese his mother brought him from the Jordaan district of Amsterdam. That cheese was savory, slightly sweet, and very smooth and creamy. After years of perserverance, the family discovered the unique process that gives Old Amsterdam its timeless quality and taste.
Stilton Blue Stilton is an English cheese that is protected with a PDO. It can only be produced in the counties of Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire with locally produced pasteurized cow’s milk. Stilton has a natural rind and contains delicate blue veins radiating from the center of the cheese. It has a spicy, strong flavor and is creamy and smooth. Traditionally Stilton is paired with sherry and port wine. To enjoy the distinctive flavor, spread on fresh, crusty bread. UK-065 UK-069
Natural Rind Long Clawson Georgian
(1x17lb) (1x9.5lb)
$6.39/LB $6.49/LB
Blending their cheese with a whole range of ingredients is one of the activities they enjoy most at Ford Farm. Their lucky tasters spend much of their time combining different ingredients to develop new and exciting ways to tempt your tastebuds. Ford Farm’s own hand made version of the original Wenslydale recipe that is sold fresh and young at only 3 weeks. UK-082 UK-218
Cranberry Honey and Figs
(2x3lb) (2x2.5lb)
$5.29/LB $5.29/LB
The aroma of the truffles infuses the cheddar to create a flavor that is so heady it will truly knock your socks off! UK-810
Cheddar with Truffle
(2x2.8lb)
$6.49/LB
UK-014 Top Hat Cheddar (1x9lb) $5.29/LB Top Hat Cheddar is a deep yellow color with a sharp flavor. It is very creamy and covered in red wax. It is a great party cheese for cubing and can also be melted on to burgers.
Coastal Cheddar Coastal has been developed to appeal to the consumer demand for rich, rugged and mature cheddars. Aged for a minimum of fifteen months, Coastal is often characterised with a distinctive crunch- a result of the calcium lactate crytsals which form naturally in the cheese as it matures. It has a rich and intense flavor. The culture used also adds a contrasting subtle, sweet top note. Coastal is a constant recipient of awards at leading trade shows across England. UK-022 UK-140
Pre Pack Prints
(12x7.05oz) (1x11.02lb)
$28.99/CS $4.69/LB
UK-102 Shropshire Blue Halves (1x9lb) $7.29/LB Shropshire Blue is a cow’s milk cheese with a vibrant orange color, created using annatto, a natural food coloring. It has a deep orange-brown natural rind and matures for a period of 10-12 weeks. It is soft with a sharp, strong flavor and slightly tangy aroma.
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Emmi Kaltbach Cave Aged Emmi Kaltbach cheese is made in a time honored tradition by master affineiurs in the sandstone caves of Switzerland. Both of these cheeses meet AOP standards, all of the milk that is used to make these cheeses is from cows that are grass fed in the summer and natural forage fed in the winter. After it meets standard quality checks, this milk eventually is molded, pressed and brined for 24 hours. After this point the cheese is aged for 3 months. This is the standard process for Le Gruyere AOP cheese, however Emmi goes many steps beyond that. They will inspect the wheels after having aged for 3 months to decide which are the most in line with their affineurs exacting standards. From a small pool of Le Gruyere makers, they pick the wheels which are then transferred to sandstone caves for additional aging. The caves are a perfect temperature and humidity to continue aging for as long as necessary to reach the ideal characteristics. SW--065
Swiss
(3x9lb)
$8.79/LB
These characteristics are not by the book- only Emmi Cave Masters can identify wheels at their prime. It takes a lifetime of cheesemaking, of trusting your gut and knowing when it is right, for the Masters to be able to choose a good from bad wheel. That is part of what makes Emmi Kaltbach Cave Aged cheeses stand from other seemingly similar AOP cheeses. The time, care and attention to detail in each wheel cannot be surpassed. The end result is a selection of cheeses that go above and beyond the basic AOP requirements. As a result of the additional aging and attention to detail, Emmi Kaltbach has a much more mature flavor and a crumbly texture. In both the Gruyere and Emmentaler you will notice an intensified flavor that stands out and is the perfect accompaniment to a cheese board. Kaltbach Emmentaler is matured in the same sandstone caves that hold the Emmi Kaltbach Gruyere. Its luxurious quality can not only be tasted, but seen. Its signature feature is its natural black-brown rind.
Gruyere SW-022 Quarters SW-403 Wheel
(1x17lb) (1x70lb)
$10.39/LB $9.89/LB
Master Affineurs At Work.
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Belberry Sauce
$4.33/EA $26.00/CS
Belberry Preserve 7.5oz
$2.83/EA $17.00/CS
$7 OFF BE-080 - BE-087
6x250ml
Belberry Preserve 1oz
$6 OFF BE-110 - BE-121 | BE-123 | BE-125
$0.98/EA $47.00/CS
Belberry Royal Syrup
6x7.5oz
$4.50/EA $27.00/CS $6 OFF
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48x1oz
Heritier Confit
BE-015 - BE-016
$2.19/EA $13.11/CS
6x200ml
Simon Coll 200g Bars
$2.75/EA $55.00/CS $10 OFF
$7 OFF BE-152
6x6.3oz
Kozlik’s Mustard
CSP-1690 | CSP-1700
$3.08/EA $37.01/CS
Chocolate Amatller
20x200g
$1.90/EA $19.00/CS
$6 OFF CN-800 - CN-819
12x8.5oz
$8 OFF CSP-1500 | CSP-1510 | CSP-1520 | CSP-1530
10x85g
Amatller Metal Tins
$2.06/EA $41.17/CS
Amatller Taza Bar 45% Ppr
$13 OFF CSP-1540 | CSP-1550
20x30g
Simon Coll Cacao Nibs
$20 OFF CSP-1560
$1.79/EA $43.00/CS
20x200g
Chocolate Etoiles
$2.17/EA $21.71/CS
$15 OFF CSP-1710
24x30g
Izaro Premium Blend EVOO
$7 OFF FR-332
$4.75/EA $57.00/CS
10x8.5oz
Estoublon Balsamic
$7.25/EA $87.00/CS $12 OFF
$15 OFF CH-801
12x500ml
Estoublon EVOO Spray
FR-792
$12.08/EA $145.00/CS
12x200ml
Estoublon “Hearts” Box
$20 OFF FR-770
12x100ml
$2.25/EA $45.00/CS
$10.60/EA $63.60/CS $9 OFF
FR-795
6x50 ml
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Parmigiano Reggiano
$8.16/LB
Franco Boni Parmesan Flakes
IT-044 | 1x80lb
$8.83/LB
$21.33/EA $63.99/CS
IT-046 | 1x18lb
$10 OFF
$0.50 OFF IT-044 | IT-046
IT-360
Cadi Cheese
Brie 3k d’Amir
$7.59/LB
3x1.65lb
$3.29/LB FR-069 | 1x7lb
Buy 2CS of Cadi Cheese Get 1CS of Flor del Cadi Free SP-030 - SP-032
2x3lb | 2x5.5lb | 2x5.2lb
La Petite Reine
$3.40/EA $20.40/CS
$15.99/CS FR-094 | 2x2.2lb
$0.40 OFF FR-069 FR-069 | FR-094
Tramonto Rosso
$10.49/LB
$6 OFF FR-844 Brie | FR-845 Camembert
6x8.8oz
Walo Red Nose Gold Label
$10.07/LB
$2 OFF IT-280
1x11lb
Walo Le Gruyre Extra Gold
$2 OFF SW-804
2x8.8lb
$5 OFF FR-094
$13.61/LB $2.50 OFF
SW-800
2x8.8lb
Mahon 12M Raw La Gruta del Sol
$6.65/LB
Italianavera Pasta Sauce
$5.88/EA $70.50/CS $15 OFF
$1 OFF SP-002
2x5.7lb
Membrillo La Gruta del Sol
IT-720 | IT-722 - IT-724 | IT-726
$3.65/LB
12x19.4oz
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$1 OFF SP-961
2x3.09lb
Fig Cakes La Gruta del Sol
SP-965 - SP-968
FR-918 - FR-923
Buy 1CS of Each Flavor (Plain, Chopped Almond, Mixed Fruit) Get 1CS Chocolate Orange Free
6x8.8oz
Elixia Limonade 330ml
Tresors Crispy Butter Crackers
$1.76/EA $21.15/CS $4 OFF
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$1.21/EA $14.56/CS
12x3.3oz
12x3.5oz
Elixia Limonade 750ml
$2 OFF FR-671 - FR-675
12x330ml
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