A Virtual Wine Tasting Trip to Spain!
One of my favorite things about international travel is learning about a country’s culture through food and wine. And while a trip to Spain may not be in the cards this year – we...
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Top 10 Ways to Love Goat Cheese
Here at I Love Imported Cheese we’re obviously big fans of all kinds of imported cheeses for all occasions! But goat’s milk cheeses hold a special place in our heart for their unique tang,...
How to Create a Cheese Dessert Course
It’s always fun to enjoy a little sweet treat at the end of a meal or party. Why not add an elegant edge to your dining experience and adopt the European custom of serving a cheese course for...
Make it a Party! International Holidays to Celebrate with Friends
It’s always fun to get together with family and friends; even more so to celebrate a holiday! These international holidays offer fun new traditions to enjoy and are the perfect excuse to make it...
How to make the coziest winter cheeseboard
Cold weather is the perfect excuse to snuggle in for a cozy night with family and friends. Whether you’re hosting game night, watching a movie, or just relaxing by the fireplace; a Winter...
Your Game Day Party Checklist
It’s such a blast to host a get together for family and friends for the Big Game! With our easy Game Day Party Checklist you’ll be able to kick back and enjoy the action too. 1) Arrange Your...
Holiday Traditions Around the World
No matter where you go in the world, one thing stays the same: The holiday season is all about food and family. That said, cultural traditions are formed and the holidays are celebrated a little...
All About Brie
Arguably one of the most beloved of imported cheeses, Brie has a winning buttery flavor and texture that even picky eaters adore. It’s also one of the most versatile cheeses to enjoy in...
Cheesemaking 101
It’s pretty basic knowledge that cheese is made from milk; most commonly cow’s milk but also goat, sheep and buffalo milk…plus more exotic milks from camel, reindeer and even yaks! But how does a...
Get to Know Sheep and Goat Milk Cheeses
If you’re an imported cheese fan like us, you may marvel at all the amazingly different flavors and textures of cheese that are available! Cheesemaking techniques and aging play a big part as...
How to Build the Best Autumn Snackboard
It’s no secret that we love snack boards here at I Love Imported Cheese! They’re the perfect easy entertaining solution for all sorts of occasions from fall parties to Thanksgiving and weekend...
Favorite Foodie Travel Cities
As a chef and perpetually food-curious person; one of my favorite things about international travel is discovering new and interesting dishes. It’s such a fantastic way to immerse yourself in a...
A Scandinavian Cheese & Travel Adventure
If the closest you’ve gotten to Scandinavia is a trip to IKEA it’s time to take a closer look! This stretch of northwestern Europe that includes Denmark, Norway, and Sweden (& sometimes the...
Build the Best No-Sweat Summer Snackboard
Summer is the perfect time for relaxed entertaining with family and friends! Whether it’s a post-beach vacation happy hour, a picnic in the park, chilling out on the patio by the pool, or just...
Get to Know: Goat Cheese Makers
Human’s history with goats and goat cheese making is a long and storied one! Goats were one of the first animals to be kept by humans over 9,000 years ago, before any other livestock species had...
All about Cheddar
The world’s most popular variety, Cheddar cheese has a long and storied history! Cheddar has been made since at least the 12th century and is believed to date as far back as the Roman invasion of...
Top 10 Cheese Tips
Whether you’re already a huge fan of imported cheeses and serve and enjoy them all the time or you’re getting ready to rock your first cheeseboard, our top tips will make sure you get...
How to Make the Best Mediterranean Snackboard
When it comes to hosting friends and family, a no-sweat, prep-ahead approach to your menu lets you relax and enjoy the party, too! And no better way to do that than with a fun, gorgeous and...
Your Cheese Travel Bucket List
If you’re as food (and cheese!) obsessed as I am you probably already love to sample local specialties when you travel. One of the best ways to immerse yourself in another culture is through...
Have you tried…Tomme de Savoie?
Tomme de Savoie cheese is produced of cow’s milk found exclusively in the French Alps Tomme de Savoie Flavor: Subtle, slightly sweet, yet tangy Tomme de Savoie Texture: Semi-firm Tomme de Savoie...
Have you tried…Limburger Cheese?
Limburger cheese is a semi-soft, washed rind cheese from Belgium and Germany, made with pasteurized cow’s milk. Limburger cheese was originally created by Belgian Trappist Monks in the 1800s in...
Have you tried…Dutch Goat Cheese?
Dutch Goat cheese is a semi-firm cheese, made from pasteurized goat’s milk. Dutch Goat cheese has a pale ivory interior and smooth, sliceable texture. Unlike the tart flavor you would...
All About Blue Cheese
As with so many other delicious discoveries, the origin of blue cheese was an accident! It dates back to 7th century France in a cave outside the village of Roquefort. Legend has it that a...
How to Hygge in 5 Simple Steps
Tricky to define and even trickier to say, the Danish word “hygge” (it’s pronounced “hoo-gah” by the way) suddenly seems to come up everywhere you look and is one trend we can...
Have you tried…Feta?
This famous cheese of Greece is made from goat’s milk, sheep’s milk or a combination of both. Feta is a soft, white, curd cheese, aged in brine. The word ‘feta’ literally means ‘slice.’...
Rocking the holiday cheeseboard!
Rock the holidays with our festive Imported Cheeseboard, created for us by Julie Hartigan of Cooking w/ Julie. Full of unique and delicious flavors and decked in seasonal colors, it looks...
Holiday Gift Ideas for Cheese Lovers
Tis the season for holiday gift giving, parties, and host or hostess “thank you’s” too! It can be tricky to find just the right present for everyone on your list. But if you have cheese-lovers in...
6 Tips for No Stress Holiday Entertaining
The busy holiday season is here and with it comes shopping, parties, and possibly hosting duties, too. No need to stress! Whether you’re a seasoned party pro or a reluctant host these easy tips...
Have you tried…Crottin de Chavignol?
Flavor: Nutty when young, more robust as it ages Texture: Creamy, yet firm and crumbly Country: France Crottin de Chavignol is produced from the raw milk of goat’s around Chavignol, in the...
A Taste of the Mediterranean
There’s a reason why Mediterranean vacations are so wildly popular! The diversity of countries, cultures, and cuisines makes it feel more like a trip around the world than just a week or two...
Have you tried… Ricotta Salata?
Flavor: Fresh and milky, slightly salty Texture: Creamy & Firm Country: Italy Ricotta Salata (or salted) is a hard Sheep’s milk cheese, originating in southern Italy. The cheese is made from...
Fall Cocktail and Imported Cheese Pairings
Fall is such a fun time to have friends over for cocktails! Everyone’s back home from summer travels, holiday madness hasn’t kicked in yet, and the cooler temps are perfect for kicking back...
Have you tried… Grana Padano?
Flavor: Delicate, nutty and fruity Texture: Hard with a finely grained structure, crumbly Country: Italy This well-known cheese from Italy is a semi-aged, hard cheese made with partially skimmed...
Make the Most of Farmer’s Market Finds
Enjoy local food with cheeses from around the world. Late summer and early fall are the perfect time to take advantage of the abundant harvest at your local Farmer’s Market! The selection of...
Have you tried… Manchego?
Flavor: Fruity, nutty with a slight gaminess. Varies by age. Texture: Firm and creamy Country: Spain Noted for: A characteristic herringbone pattern on the rind One of the most popular cheeses...
No Sweat Summer Entertaining Tips
Summer is such a fun time to host family and friends whether by the pool, at the beach, picnics, or just at home in your backyard. But with warm temps, the last thing you want to do is heat up...
Have you tried… Halloumi?
Flavor: Salty Texture: Firm and chewy Country: Cyprus Noted for: “The Grilling Cheese” Halloumi cheese is a sheep’s milk brined cheese, originating from the island of Cyprus and is...
Host The Perfect Picnic
Summertime means longer days, gorgeous warm weather, and time spent outdoors at concerts, the beach, parks…you name it! Picnics are the perfect way enjoy the season and host a casual get-together...
Have you tried… French Triple Crème Brie?
Flavor: Intensely rich and buttery Texture: Luxuriously creamy and soft Country: France The first Triple Crème Brie originated in Normandy, France in the early 1900’s. Extra cream is added to the...
Top Tips for Beautiful Spring and Summer Cheeseboards
As the weather turns warmer and the days are longer it’s the perfect time for get-togethers with family and friends on the deck, by the pool, at picnics, outdoor movies…you name it! A gorgeous...