September 17, 2021
Fall is in the air and the cider apples are starting to ripen and show up at our farmer’s markets. We love this time of year because we think hard cider is a great paring with cheese! In this Virtual Happy Hour, our Deli Event Coordinator and resident Certified Cheese Professional Tessie Ives-Wilson has paired 2 cheeses […]
September 2, 2021
Sparkling wines are often reserved for special occasions, but we’re embracing the spirit of celebrating every day with two bubbly wines that are perfect for summer sipping. They are some of the most versatile wines for paring, especially with cheese. In this Virtual Happy Hour, our Deli Event Coordinator and resident Certified Cheese Professional Tessie […]
August 27, 2021
Tomato season is fleeting in Michigan–and August is the perfect time to dig into some fresh off the vine varieties. In this virtual Perfectly Paired event, Deli Event Coordinator and American Cheese Society Certified Cheese Professional Tessie Ives-Wilson will be joined by Tammie Gilfoyle of Tamchop Farm to taste our way through a dinner menu featuring 5 […]
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July 1, 2021
Excerpt from Ari’s Top 5 enews The original full cream Switzerland Swiss at the Deli Although I grew on the shores of Lake Michigan, I have a thing for mountain cheeses. Right now, this artisan Rahmtaler, cut from wheels so big they weigh more than I do, is one of my favorites. Buttery with a hint […]
June 24, 2021
Cheese Room Sessions is a virtual event series of conversations hosted by Deli cheesemonger Sean Hartwig, with special guest cheese makers and professionals who will talk about their delicious creations and ramble about life in the dairy business. In this month’s session, Sean will be joined by Caroline Hesse of Crown Finish Caves to find […]
June 20, 2021
Some foods are Perfectly Paired together–think peanut butter and jelly, bread and butter, … or maybe beer, bacon and cheese! In this virtual tasting event we’ll talk about how to put together a great pairing, the producers behind our favorite products, and how to use these pairings in your eating and cooking! Join our Deli […]
May 23, 2021
Treat your mom with this gift for Mother’s Day!! or settle in with your significant other or your bestie for an afternoon tasting that features rosé and cheese pairings in a relaxed setting. Join our Deli Event Coordinator and American Cheese Society Certified Cheese Professional Tessie Ives-Wilson for this virtual happy hour. Tessie has put together some […]
April 19, 2021
Cheese Room Sessions is a virtual event series of conversations hosted by Deli cheesemonger Sean Hartwig, with special guest cheese makers and professionals who will talk about their delicious creations and ramble about life in the dairy business. In this month’s session, Sean will be joined by Andy Hatch, owner and head cheesemaker at Uplands […]
March 31, 2021
A delicious education on the world of cheese! Join our expert cheesemongers as they guide you through the seven major styles of cheese: Fresh, Soft-Ripened, Pressed Curd, Cooked Curd, Milled Curd, Gouda, and Blue. You’ll enjoy samples, learn the basics of how these cheeses are made, notes on their flavor profiles and useful tips for […]
Ari's Favorites
January 1, 2021
Excerpt from Ari’s Top 5 enews Swiss potato mac is a great winter dish from the mountains to make at your house There’s no denying that we’re into the first full-on formal weeks of winter here in Michigan. A sprinkling of snow and plenty of below-freezing temperatures. Which means it’s a good time of year to […]
Ari's Favorites
January 1, 2021
Excerpt from Ari’s Top 5 enews Bandaged Farmhouse Cheddar and Farmhouse Grana–A pair of exceptional, long-aged, artisan cheeses from Willi Lehner in Wisconsin If I were putting together a book of poetry about people who stayed in place and made a long term lasting difference in their communities, Willi Lehner would surely be in it. He’s been making […]
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October 18, 2020
Introduction We’re bringing you Parpan Alpkäse cheese as part of the Adopt and Alp effort. Each year since 2015, Zingerman’s Delicatessen has helped support the family farmers and cheesemakers in the Alps of Switzerland through our Adopt An Alp effort. We import different Alpage cheeses–each with a special story about the lifestyle, traditions, people and […]