In each monthly episode, host Ian Jones chats with artisans, experts and cheese lovers from coast to coast. Discover Canadian fine cheeses, learn delicious new ways to enjoy them and get a taste of local culture.
Ian Jones developed his love for cheese growing up in England. Now based in Montreal, he brings his love of good food and a passion for storytelling to this monthly podcast.
In this episode, Ian does a little entertaining while discovering some new Canadian cheeses. He hosts a beer and cheese tasting and gets some expert pairing advice. He meets a cheese maker with some intriguing new varieties of fine artisanal cheese. And speaks to a cheese boutique owner about his passion for cheeses with personality.
Ian’s first beer and cheese get-together is a hit, thanks to great advice from Mark Hemsworth of the Springbank Cheese Company. The most important rule of beer and cheese tasting? Experiment, and see what excites your palate.
If you’d like to host a beer and cheese tasting, but aren’t sure how to get started, you can find information on pairings, presentation and portions here.
The Tast’a Gouda cheese boutique’s Jeff Supple grew up with great cheeses and shares his knowledge with customers every day.
Like most aspects of Halifax culture, the city’s foodie scene is lively and fun. When seeking organic foods and expert advice, it’s worth checking out Pete’s Frootique which offers fruits, vegetables, imported goods and of course, the excellent cheeses of Tast’a Gouda.
Glengarry’s new line of cheeses brings together the best elements of artisanal cheese making: creativity, quality and of course, flavour. If tasting Glengarry’s Figaro, Celtic Blue or Fleur De Lait has inspired you to try your hand at cheese making, everything you need, including books, videos and equipment, can be found at the Glengarry Cheesemaking and Dairy Supply website.
Look for cheese made with 100% Canadian milk
