Explore Cheeses
Explore cheese varieties from around the world, categorized by texture, milk type, and region.
Ser koryciński swojski
Ser koryciński swojski is a type of cheese from Poland. It is a ripened cheese made from whole cow's milk, which can be either raw or pasteurised. The cheese is known for its flattened spherical shape and fluted surface. It …
Gorgonzola Dolce
Gorgonzola Dolce, or "Sweet Gorgonzola," is the milder form of Gorgonzola cheese, characterized by its soft, spreadable texture and a mild, slightly sweet flavor. It has a creamy consistency with blue veins less pronounced than in Gorgonzola Piccante, making it …
Swaledale
Swaledale Cheese is a full-fat hard cheese made from cow’s milk in Swaledale, North Yorkshire. It has a cylindrical shape, a creamy off-white color, and a soft crumbly texture. The cheese is either coated with a greenish-blue-grey mold or sealed …
Bleu d'Auvergne
From the volcanic region of Auvergne in central France, Bleu d'Auvergne is a creamy, buttery blue cheese with prominent blue veins. It has a spicy, piquant flavor and a slight grassy aroma. This cheese pairs well with a range of …
Strachitunt
Strachitunt is a blue cheese from the Bergamo Alps in Italy. It is unique because it is made using a combination of evening and morning milk. This cheese has a creamy, spreadable texture with alternating layers of blue mold. The …
Chevrotin
Chevrotin is an artisanal goat's milk cheese from the Alpine regions of France. It is similar to Reblochon but made exclusively from goat's milk. Chevrotin has a washed rind and a supple, creamy texture with a slightly nutty and earthy …
Bitto
Bitto is a historic cheese from the Valtellina valley in Lombardy, Italy. It is made from a mix of cow's and goat’s milk, giving it a unique, rich flavor. Aged Bitto can mature for up to 10 years, during which …
Crottin-Style
Crottin-style cheese is a small, round goat cheese known for its dense texture and slightly tangy flavor. It is typically aged, developing a firm, crumbly interior and a natural rind that can range from white to speckled with blue molds. …
Bleu de Gex
Bleu de Gex, also known as Bleu du Haut-Jura or Gex, is a mild, creamy blue cheese from the Jura region on the border between France and Switzerland. It has subtle blue veining and a nutty, slightly earthy flavor. Bleu …
Derby
Derby cheese originates from Derbyshire, England, and is made from cow's milk. It is a semi-firm, ivory-colored cheese that is known for its buttery and mild flavor, with a hint of sweetness. The aroma is gentle, making it an approachable …
Pljevlja
Pljevlja is a traditional cheese from the northern region of Montenegro, made from cow's milk. It has a rich, creamy texture and a strong, salty flavor. Often served as part of a mezze platter, Pljevlja cheese is enjoyed with bread, …
Stichelton
Stichelton is an English blue cheese that is a variation of the traditional Stilton. It is made using raw cow's milk and traditional rennet, which gives it a rich and complex flavor. Stichelton has a creamy texture and a bold, …
Beaufort
Beaufort is a smooth, creamy cheese from the Savoie region of France. Known for its distinct concave wheel shape, it is produced from raw cow's milk and aged in mountain caves for a minimum of five months. Beaufort has a …
Aged Goat Cheese
Aged Goat Cheese is made from goat's milk and is known for its firm texture and crumbly consistency. It typically has a sharp, tangy flavor with a hint of nuttiness. The aging process intensifies its taste, giving it a slightly …
Silter
Silter is a traditional cheese from Italy, specifically produced in the mountainous regions of the Province of Brescia. It is a cylindrical cheese with a diameter of 34-40 cm and a weight of 10-16 kg after maturing. The cheese has …
Castelmagno
Castelmagno is a renowned Italian blue cheese from Piedmont. It is made primarily from cow's milk with occasional small additions of sheep's or goat's milk. This cheese has a grainy texture and an intense, sharp flavor. Castelmagno is often used …
Toma
Toma is a generic term used across the Piedmont and Aosta Valley regions of Italy to describe a family of farmhouse cheeses made from cow's milk. These cheeses can vary but typically have a soft to semi-hard texture and a …
Maasdam
Maasdam cheese is the Dutch answer to Swiss cheeses, recognizable by its large holes and sweet, nutty flavor. It is made from cow's milk and has a semi-soft texture. Maasdam matures faster than other holey cheeses like Emmental, developing its …
Brie-Style
Brie-style cheese is a soft cheese with a creamy, pale interior and a white, edible rind. It has a mild, buttery flavor with a hint of earthiness, making it a popular choice for cheese boards and appetizers. The texture is …
Yorkshire Wensleydale
Yorkshire Wensleydale is a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) cheese made in Wensleydale, North Yorkshire. It is traditionally crafted from cow’s milk and can be made using raw or pasteurized milk. The cheese is known for its firm yet slightly crumbly …
Murazzano
Murazzano is an Italian cheese from Piedmont, made from a mixture of sheep's and cow's milk. It's a soft cheese with a creamy texture and a mild, delicate flavor, typically eaten fresh. Murazzano is often enjoyed on its own or …
Robiola
Robiola is a soft, creamy cheese from the Piedmont region, made from any combination of cow's, goat's, and sheep's milk. It has a smooth, slightly tangy taste that varies subtly based on the milk used and the aging process. Robiola …
Paški Sir
Paški Sir is a hard sheep's milk cheese from the island of Pag in Croatia. Known for its distinct salty flavor, it's influenced by the salty winds and sparse vegetation on which the island's sheep graze. Paški Sir has a …
Alpine-Style
Alpine-style cheese is inspired by the traditional cheeses produced in the mountainous regions of Switzerland, France, and Austria. These cheeses are typically made using cow's milk and are known for their firm texture and nutty, buttery flavors. They often have …
Traditional Ayrshire Dunlop
Traditional Ayrshire Dunlop is a hard cheese made in the parish of Dunlop, Scotland, using milk from Ayrshire cows. It has a natural pale yellow color and a smooth, close surface that feels moist when cut. The cheese develops a …