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substitute for shredded cheese. “For decades, Gayo Azul has been a go-to choice for Hispanic dishes, and the expansion of our line will surely bring some added flavor and variety to any meal, Hispanic or otherwise,” explains Debbie Seife, Marketing Director of FrieslandCampina, the parent company of Gayo Azul. If you want to take part in a fiesta with both old and new friends across the country, be sure to sign up for a Chicken Enchilada class with Jen and Jamey’s Virtual Cooking Classes! These fun, interactive classes allow you to stay in touch while cooking up something scrumptious. “The new Gayo Azul Cotija IF YOU WANT TO is the perfect TAKE PART IN A FIESTA WITH BOTH topping,” says Jennifer Earnest, OLD AND NEW co-founder of Jen and FRIENDS ACROSS Jamey Virtual THE COUNTRY, BE Cooking Classes. SURE TO SIGN UP “Cotija complements FOR A CHICKEN ENCHILADA CLASS the Gayo Azul Creamy Edam that is the center along with the chicken, making this one of our most popular cooking classes,” adds Earnest. In addition to the newest member of the Gayo Azul family, you can also enjoy their mild and creamy Dutch Gouda, fresh white Queso F O R A F L AVO R F U L F I E S TA J U S T A D D Blanco - which is ideal for pan grilling - the firm G AYO A Z U L’ S C O T I J A C H E E S E and flavorful Dutch Edam - perfect for use in baking dishes or in salads - and Sliced Swiss, a BY LAUREN BENS rindless European variety with a sweet, nutty taste. Whether you want to enjoy this versatile cheese for a snack or serve it as the star of your ake your next fiesta even more world - ever since. Their rich taste, with an next party, just look for the company’s iconic flavorful with Gayo Azul®’s new Cotija emphasis on authentic flavor, can be traced Blue Rooster – this English translation of Gayo Cheese. Known as the famed back to the brand’s rich heritage of both Dutch Azul has become the brand’s official symbol Caribbean Hispanic cheesemakers with a and Hispanic cheesemaking. and is sure to wake you up to what delicious deliciously Dutch influence, Gayo Azul is the Perfect for creating delectable Hispanic cheese really looks – and tastes like. Find your go-to brand for seriously standout cheese dishes, as well as any dish that is ready to take own wedge at local grocers throughout the selections. With a sharp and slightly salty its tastiness to the next level, Cotija always Northeast and Southeast, including BJ’s flavor, as well as a firm and crumbly texture, delivers deliciousness. Named after Cotija, Wholesale, Fresco Y Mas, Key Foods, Market this Cotija variety is yet another tasty addition Mexico, this Mexican-style cheese which is Basket, Presidente, Publix, Sedano’s, and Winn to Gayo Azul’s already palatable portfolio. made from fresh cow’s milk and then aged Dixie Supermarkets, as well as Walmart Due to their ability to retain freshness, Dutch makes all your favorite classics even more Supercenters. Check out their website for more cheese products have been popular in the mouthwatering. Use their Cotija cheese to top fun and tasty recipes – salud! P Caribbean for over half a century. After their street corn, with enchiladas – just sprinkle the own cheese wheels started turning, Gayo Azul cheese over the tortillas minutes before www.gayoazul.com introduced the company in the 1960s and has removing them from the oven – and for extra @gayo_azul_cheese continued to grow across the country - and the texture on tacos, it serves as an authentic
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