Oh, really, you shouldn’t have. But if you did, I think any cheese lover would be happy to receive one of these gifts. I don’t believe you need a lot of gear to enjoy great cheese, but it’s nice to have an elegant set of knives for your board, or the most exquisite dried fruit and nuts to complement your selections. There are now dozens of subscription cheese clubs vying for your dollars, but one in particular stands out to me as a great value. And, naturally, I have some merch of my own to suggest. Here’s hoping you’ll find just the right gift among these options for the curd nerds on your holiday list.
Read moreFree Cheese Classes, Anyone?
Pour yourself a glass of wine, find a comfortable chair and join me for a deep dive into the world of cheese. Earlier this year, I wrote and narrated 10 lectures on cheese for Audible, and they have just been released. For now, you can download them at no cost and learn something new while you’re driving or on a long walk. Cultured: The Epic Story of Cheese delves into cheese history, cheesemaking, cheese styles, flavor and more. About five hours of delicious and, I hope, entertaining listening, which you should preferably undertake with a cheese board nearby.
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