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Howdy "Howda!" A Fresh Take on Gouda Cheese

When it comes to cheese, Gouda stands out as a quintessential favorite that has charmed taste buds across the globe. Named after the city of Gouda (pronounced "Howda") in the Netherlands, this semi...

Showdown! Prosciutto vs. Jamón Serrano

Cured meats have long been a delicacy enjoyed across cultures, offering a rich tapestry of flavors and textures. Among the most revered are Prosciutto and Jamón Serrano. Both hail from Europe and ...

The Ewe-phoric World of Sheep's Milk Cheese

If you're an avid cheese eater, you've probably enjoyed more Sheep's milk cheese than you realize. Cheese made from Sheep's milk can be chameleons in the realm of formage - this is because they don...

The Ultimate Guide to Grilling Cheese: Tips, Tricks, and Recipes

Grilling cheese is an art that transforms ordinary cheese into a gooey, golden masterpiece. Whether you're a seasoned grill master or a beginner, this guide will help you elevate your cheese game. ...

The Ultimate Guide to French Butter: Why It's a Culinary Treasure

When it comes to culinary excellence, French butter stands in a league of its own. Renowned for its rich flavor, creamy texture, and superior quality, French butter is a staple in kitchens worldwid...

You deserve butter! From Europe

Life is butter with butter! Seriously, who doesn't love butter? Here at Cured and Cultivated, we have the particular opinion that European butter is far superior to what you typically find in your ...

Best Thanksgiving Cheese and Charcuterie

November has arrived and now we are done with ghosts, ghouls, piles of candy, and other terrifying things. It is time to think of Thanksgiving Day - and dinner, the most central part of it! Food h...

Best Cheese and Charcuterie for Halloween Board

Halloween is around the corner so let's prepare for the celebration! In this blog post I gathered top 10 products for your next Halloween Charcuterie Board. My list includes some items which were a...

JUMI Cheese from Switzerland

JUMI was created as a project between two friends, Mike Glauser and Jurg Wyss, to honor and promote the cheesemaking traditions and innovations of Glauser’s family – fifth generation Emmental Valle...

Featured Brand: Beemster

Beemster is a farmer-owned cooperative that was founded in 1901. Yet the story of Beemster actually goes all the way back to the early 17th Century, when the Dutch reclaimed a coastal lagoon and cr...