While names like “Parmigiano,” “Camembert,” and even “Wensleydale,” might be household names, “Garrotxa” and “Idiazabal” are still finding traction in the world of cheese. Join local cheesemonger Courtney Johnson as she guides you across the map of Spain and its island territories to savor the regional terroirs and pairing possibilities of Spanish cheeses. As you…
Street Cheese and Salt Blade are excited to partner for this perfect pairing of an evening: join us on Wednesday, April 2, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Salt Blade's salami-making facility in North Seattle. Salt Blade founder Bob will provide a tour of his facility, and Courtney and Tailor of Street Cheese will join him in…
Elsom Cellars is a woman-owned and -run winery located right in Seattle's SoDo neighborhood. Join us in the tasting room where they also make the wine for an exploration of a selection of those wines paired with artisanal cheeses. In addition to delicious pairings, you'll also walk away with some education on wines and winemaking…
We are excited to partner with Seattle's first non-alcoholic bottle shop, Cheeky & Dry of Phinney Ridge, on an exciting evening of non-alcoholic wines and artisanal cheese. We hope you'll join us for this experience as we work our way through a lineup of 5 different wines and cheeses, understanding how and why they make…
Former French leader Charles de Gaulle famously asked, “How can you govern a country which has 246 varieties of cheese?” Today we know the number is actually higher than 400, which is why France is widely regarded to be the world’s top cheese producer. In this class, Street Cheese co-owner Courtney Johnson will take you…
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This Cheese 201 training is for professionals working in the food industry, including but not limited to restaurants, distributors, grocery stores; cheesemongers, cooks, bakers, sales representatives, caterers, taproom or tasting room staff, etc. This training will include detailed information to help empower you and your team to work with cheeses beyond bulk Cheddar, Swiss, and…
Perfect for enthusiasts and novices alike, this session explores how different wine varietals complement a range of cheeses. Get your taste buds ready! What to Expect: Led by Jody Elsom and Courtney Johnson, PhD, Co-Founder & Education Director at Street Cheese Sample a curated selection of hand-crafted Elsom Washington wines and artisanal cheeses, including some…
Did you know that May is American Cheese Month? From the verdant pastures of Vermont to the rugged landscapes of California and everywhere in between, the United States boasts a vibrant cheese-making scene that blends the rich traditions of European cheesemaking with the innovative spirit of American producers. Join Street Cheese co-owner and Certified Cheese…
Join us and our friends at Outer Planet Brewing for a guided tasting of 5 of Outer Planet's beers and 5 artisanal cheeses. We'll discuss what makes the pairings tick, learn about the beers and the cheeses that compose them, and talk about fun fermentation facts as we go along. Tickets will be on sale…
Our friends at Four Generals Brewing have invited us to join them for a private event pairing German cheeses with their German-style beers! We'll taste through a selection of 5 beer and cheese pairings, talking about beer, cheese, and why they go together so well. Tickets are available for sale at the taproom; space is…
June is Washington Cheese Month! Much like its wines, Washington cheese has a personality all of its own, and with nearly 50 creameries scattered about the state there are many options to celebrate! In this class we will take you on a tour of cheese that ranges from the Puget Sound islands to the hills…