Cutting The Curd

On today's episode, we chat with George, Debbie, and Rosanne Crave about their family life and the growth of the Crave Brothers Farmstead Cheese operation. We also discuss how the support of the state of Wisconsin helps Cheesemakers in their research and refinement. This, plus dairy queens, chocolate mascarpone, and more. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member!Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Looking ahead through 2022, it's a time of great potential and opportunity. It seems like it's easier than ever to sell cheese and other specialty items, and at the same time, it's more challenging than ever. There are more sales channels, more ways to advertise and communicate, more promotional platforms, more data... Felice Thorpe and CTC host  Jessica Kesselman have zeroed in on four areas for this discussion about the time we're living in. While some are focusing on this time as the 'Great Resignation', we can also look at this period as something we've dubbed 'The Great Reset': an opportunity to shift our thinking about traditional ways of doing business and defining roles for better results.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member!Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tara Holmes from the American Cheese Society and Nicole Garrett from the Cheese Culture Coalition talk to us about volunteer opportunities at their organizations. Carlos talks about the DZTE. Tara worked in higher education before transitioning to nonprofit management. Today, she is the executive director for the American Cheese Society. She has a B.A. in English Education from Gunnison's Western Colorado University, where she also completed coursework in outdoor leadership and ran track. A list of committees at ACS and volunteer interest form is listed here.Anyone who would like to volunteer for ACS in any capacity can call us at 720-328-2788, or email info@cheesesociety.org. Nicole has been a cheesemonger in the retail world for about 10 years at Whole Foods Market in the specialty department. Whitney and I met when we were going for our CCP certification. About 2 years ago she moved to Texas, and we re-connected. She started talking about wanting to start a nonprofit to increase diversity in the cheese ind

On today's episode of Cutting the Curd, our host team of Cara, Carlos, and Jess talk about last year's realizations and next year's possible trends. Also, is anyone going to FFS Vegas?? Happy NEW Year!!Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member!Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Carlos Yescas talks to Emma Young (aka @TheCheeseExplorer) about cheese judging, medals, and competitions around the UK and elsewhere in Europe. We hear her take on the value of cheese competitions and why you should pay attention to them too. Visit her website at: www.cheeseexplorer.comPhoto Courtesy of Emma Young.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member!Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joe Printz, owner of The Grape D'Vine Wine and Spirits, and D'Vine Bar in Sparkill, NY, likes the element of surprise in food and wine pairings. While one rule of thumb is "what grows together goes together," there's a lot of unexplored territory and that's where the fun begins. He was given three cheeses to pair up with wines, with celebrations in mind, which will get us primed for the holidays.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member!Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we discuss with Taz, a Comté dairy farmer, what life is like to work with a producer-farmer network. Then in the second half of the episode, we catch up with Jean-Louis to understand what makes Comté so special. Plus, we cover the best wine and spirit pairings! To find out more about the Comte scholarship details, please visit: comte-usa.com/events/comte-scholarshipPhoto Courtesy of Comté.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member!Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the past, cheese has generally been paired with wines and craft beers, but today we take a deep dive into the world of Mezcal. Here we'll explore the many options that can surprise us and even tempt us to new levels within the world of Agave spirits. Today we'll chat with Lou Banks of SACRED Agave and Chava Periban - they're also the awesome duo of the cool new podcast Agave Road Trip, also streamed on the Heritage Radio Network.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member!Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We talk to Robert Aguilera, Account Manager for Cultures and Enzymes working with CHR-Hansen, about the role of commercial cultures in cheesemaking.Photo Courtesy of Robert Aguilera.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member!Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we talk to the current and former hosts of Cutting the Curd to honor Anne Saxelby's life through the years and the legacy she has left behind. Anne was the originator of the Cutting the Curd program and also Saxelby Cheese, her shop in NYC. Always a leader and pioneer, we found through these interviews that her kindness was the foundation of her becoming a leading woman in the cheese world. If you would like to donate to the Anne Saxelby Legacy Fund, please donate at slowfoodusa.org/SaxelbyHeritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member!Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On today's episode we review the history and uses of the classic Swiss cheese Tête de Moine AOP. Our guests are Martin Siegenthaler, Gerant / Manager of Tête de Moine AOP Association, and Randall Felts, ACS CCP Cheesemonger and Owner of Beautiful Rind, located in Chicago. Also described in the episode is the Rosomat machine and its useful qualities. It's available to buy via www.shopjuicernet.com.Photo Courtesy of Martin and Randall.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member!Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After 15 years in the cheese industry, Yoav Perry has opened Perrystead Dairy, a creamery in Philadelphia. With access to high-quality cows' milk from surrounding counties, a supportive food community, and roads that lead to expanding markets, Perry is creating American originals. With a respect for the past and an interest in creating new cheese profiles, we talk with Perry about urban creameries, advancing American cheesemaking, and starting an urban creamery from scratch.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member!Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Carlos Yescas (guest hosts) talks to Arnaud Sperat­-Czar and Susan Sturman about the new book Raw Milk Cheese: Mission Reconquer and shares their vision for the future to save raw milk cheeses in France.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member!Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today Cara speaks with Felice Thorpe, Owner of Felice Foods, Consulting Sales Director for the specialty food businesses, and Rebekah Baker, Director of Sales on the west coast for Treeline Cheese. They are on today's episode to discuss the commonalities and perspectives of the plant-based cheese world with the fluid milk cheese market. By reviewing how the grocery world has evolved in these last few years, we discuss how they are merging in the marketplace and how their stories can be more aligned than you would think.Photo Courtesy of Felice Thorpe and Rebekah Baker.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member!Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On today's episode, Diane sits down with Hannah Howard to discuss her new book and find out what makes this memoir so special. Hannah Howard is a writer and food expert who spent her formative years in New York eating, drinking, serving, bartending, cooking on hot lines, and flipping giant wheels of cheese in Manhattan institutions such as Picholine and Fairway Market. She has a BA from Columbia University and an MFA from the Bennington Writing Seminars. Hannah has been published in New York magazine, Salon, and SELF. Hannah is the author of two memoirs, Feast: True Love In and Out of the Kitchen and Plenty: A Memoir of Food and FamilyHeritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member!Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today we interview Adam Moskowitz, host and showrunner of the Cheesemonger Invitational, about the Fall 2021 edition. It's gone virtual, but now it's back for the first time!! What does this mean and who will participate?? We find out the facts for the next competition.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member!Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today our guest Caroline Hostettler, introduces to the CTC audience what it means to participate in the Adopt an Alp program. Plus,  she explains the importance of the craftsmanship behind these cheeses. As part of her own importing company, Quality Cheese, Caroline has been a pioneer in the perception and trade of the Alpine cheese category. Here we get her take on the current values of the Alpine cheese field and how US specialty shops around the country can help support these Swiss cheesemakers.Image courtesy of Caroline Hostettler.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member!Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our host Diane discusses with Debra Dickerson, Director of Education and Customer Outreach at Cowgirl Creamery about the current atmosphere in the cheese market and what may be next for the industry.SAVORY InstituteDZTA Daphne Zepos Teaching AwardCheese Culture CoalitionImage courtesy of Debra Dickerson.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member!Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A group of cheese professionals joined forces to help small producers in the US and Canada weather the pandemic, today we talk to two of the key players in this effort.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member!Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The annual American Cheese Society Conference is virtual this year!  The virtual event's theme is Moving Forward Together with Purpose, taking place from July 28-30, 2021. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member!Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.