Love cheese? Want to learn more about it? Who doesn’t! In this educational tasting course, Certified Cheese Sensory Evaluator Courtney Johnson will guide you through the essentials of cheese knowledge, from the udder to the curd. The tasting will include a horizontal tasting of four cheeses – one each in cow’s milk, goat, sheep, and water…
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 Cheese Sensory Evaluator Courtney Johnson as you taste your way through the landscape of American…
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 Cheese Sensory Evaluator Courtney Johnson as you taste your way through the landscape of American…
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 Cheese Sensory Evaluator Courtney Johnson will take you on a tour of cheese that ranges from the Puget Sound islands to the hills of…
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 cheese expert 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…
Parmesan, Pecorino, and Mozzarella have become common names in American cuisine, but there are so many more Italian cheeses to know and love. Join us at The Pantry as we take you on a journey through the cheeses of the boot-shaped country, one nibble and story at a time. As you taste and learn, we'll…
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 local cheese expert Courtney Johnson will take you…
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…