Academy of Cheese

Academy of Cheese The Academy of Cheese is a not for profit organisation to promote cheese knowledge to all. Four levels of certification culminating in Master of Cheese.

Cheese + Port. Cheese + C***r. Cheese + Wh**ky. Cheese + Belgian b**r. Cheese + Sake.We've tasted them all so you don't ...
02/10/2026

Cheese + Port. Cheese + C***r. Cheese + Wh**ky. Cheese + Belgian b**r. Cheese + Sake.

We've tasted them all so you don't have to guess.

Pick your favourite pairing masterclass on Cheese TV and get a board ready to follow along. 🍷🥃🍺

What's more, they're all free to watch!

📺 Browse the Pairing collection here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yKRY_0

Dunville's Irish Wh***ey

Ready to give your customers something new to discover?Join us on 19th October for our next cheese tasting - A Grand Tou...
01/10/2026

Ready to give your customers something new to discover?

Join us on 19th October for our next cheese tasting - A Grand Tour of 12 Mighty Alpine Cheeses – an afternoon exploring the incredible diversity of Swiss cheese, beyond the familiar classics.

Taste 12 cheeses across five flights, discovering distinctive styles, producers and varieties that could bring something new to your counter, cheeseboard or festive selection.

From Geißblütenzauber, Queen of the Alps and Fette Berta to Tête de Moine, Raclette and Le Gruyère AOP, there’ll be plenty to get your palate – and your product knowledge – talking.

For cheesemongers, importers, retailers, buyers and hospitality professionals, it’s an opportunity to discover new cheeses, build your knowledge and find products that could give your customers something unexpected to taste, talk about and come back for.

📅 October 19th
🕰️ 2.30pm - 5.30pm
📍 L'Espace, 8–9 Soho Square, London W1D 3QD

Book now: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yLrFV0

🎟️ Less than three weeks to go – discover what could be the next talking point on your cheese counter or menu.

01/10/2026

Earlier this week, our Spanish Cheese Masterclass with Brindisa took us on a delicious journey - from Manchego and Valdeón to some lesser-known cheeses that deserved their moment in the spotlight. We explored the regions, traditions and techniques behind the cheeses, tasted our way across the country and, of course, shared plenty of cheese conversation along the way.
But the cheese journey doesn’t stop here… we're heading North. Next stop: Switzerland! Link to book in bio. https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yJqGZ0 Brindisa

Le Gruyère. Emmental. Tête de Moine. You know the Swiss cheese classics. But do you know…🧀 Geißblütenzauber🧀 Challerhock...
28/09/2026

Le Gruyère. Emmental. Tête de Moine. You know the Swiss cheese classics. But do you know…

🧀 Geißblütenzauber
🧀 Challerhocker
🧀 Queen of the Alps
🧀 Fette Berta
🧀 Sbrinz

These are just some of the cheeses waiting to be discovered at our Swiss Cheese Tasting this October.

Across 12 cheeses and five guided tasting flights, we’ll explore the extraordinary diversity of Swiss cheesemaking – from iconic Alpine classics to lesser-known cheeses and modern creations.

📍 London W1D
📅 Monday 19th October
⏰ 2.30–5.30pm
🎟 £69 + VAT
🔗https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yvVlN0

Come for the classics. Stay for the discoveries.

MOSER Käse Güntensperger Käse AG Gourmino Swiss Cheeses Sbrinz AOP Photo Credit: guentensperger-kaese

24/09/2026

We spent a fabulous afternoon at Da Carozzi Fromagerie, where they take local cheeses, including Taleggio DOP and Gorgonzola DOP and mature them to perfection. The journey up through the sloping hills away from Lake Como was simply breathtaking. After a guided tour of the ageing rooms, we were generously treated to a cheese buffet, including the most delectable goats cheese Gorgonzola Dolce. Thank you for your warm welcome and hospitality.

What is cheese, really? From fresh to blue, cow to goat, our Cheese 101 Guide unpacks the fundamentals: styles, milk typ...
23/09/2026

What is cheese, really? From fresh to blue, cow to goat, our Cheese 101 Guide unpacks the fundamentals: styles, milk types, ageing, and how to taste like an expert.

It’s your perfect introduction to the world of cheese and a gateway to deeper learning with the Academy of Cheese.

👉 Read The Ultimate Guide to Tasting Cheese here:
https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xSjM30

Still planning your Christmas cheese selection? It might be time to look beyond the familiar Swiss classics.Gruyère, Emm...
22/09/2026

Still planning your Christmas cheese selection? It might be time to look beyond the familiar Swiss classics.

Gruyère, Emmental, Raclette and Tête de Moine are established favourites for very good reason. But for cheesemongers, importers and buyers, there’s a much wider world of Swiss cheese to explore.

At our Swiss Cheese Tasting on 19th October, we’ll be tasting 12 Swiss cheeses across five guided flights, exploring the influence of geography, tradition, milk, cheesemaking and maturation.

And there are several cheeses new to this tasting that we’re particularly looking forward to introducing:

🧀 Geißblütenzauber 🧀 Queen of the Alps 🧀 Fette Berta

For anyone working in cheese retail, importing or buying, it’s a chance to taste beyond the familiar and discover cheeses that could bring something different to Christmas counters, cheeseboards and seasonal menus.

And, of course, to deepen your understanding of the Swiss cheeses customers already know and love.
📍 London W1D
📅 Monday 19th October
⏰ 2.30–5.30pm
🎟 £69 + VAT
🔗https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yvVjS0

MOSER Käse Güntensperger Käse AG Gourmino Swiss Cheeses Sbrinz AOP Photo Credit: guentensperger-kaese

JUST 3 DAYS TO ENTER! ⏰🧀If you’ve been thinking about entering Young Cheesemonger of the Year 2026, now’s the time to do...
18/09/2026

JUST 3 DAYS TO ENTER! ⏰🧀

If you’ve been thinking about entering Young Cheesemonger of the Year 2026, now’s the time to do it.

And if you’re wondering about the practicalities of getting to the final, here’s a reminder: thanks to our brilliant sponsors Peter's Yard, Chiswick cheese market and the Guild of Fine Food, finalists receive funding towards their travel and accommodation. ✈️🌍

The final takes place at the World Cheese Awards in Córdoba, Spain, giving you the chance to compete on an international stage, meet fellow cheesemongers from around the world and take your career to the next level.

Applications close midnight (BST) 20 September.

Not sure about the entry requirements, the process or what happens next? Get in touch — we're very happy to answer your questions.

https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yjH9j0

16/09/2026

📖🧀 A new addition to the cheese lover’s bookshelf — and for the cheesemonger's toolkit too!

I’ve been having a good flick through Jenny Linford’s new book, The Cheese Lover’s Guide, published by Dorling Kindersley — and there’s a lot to explore. From the ancient history and archaeology of cheese, through cheesemaking, seasonality and flavour, to practical advice on storing, tasting and serving cheese, it really does cover a lot of ground.

And then there are the pairings. 🍷🍺🍎☕️ For me, this is one of the book’s real strengths: thoughtful, imaginative combinations that encourage you to look well beyond the obvious, all illustrated so intelligibly.

The final chapter looks at 100 cheeses, sharing their stories, production methods, and approachable tasting notes — making this a book that works just as well for reading at home as it does for inspiring conversations behind the cheese counter.

You can read my full review on the blog here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0ymHnV0

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