The New and Old Cheeses of Cheshire
I have been so lucky over the years to work with such Cheshire icons as Carole Faulkner, founder of The Cheese Shop Chester. Carol was a farmers daughter and cheese maker since her youth. The first times I saw her easily turning over an enormous round of Cheshire cheese to even out the moisture and texture I was astounded!
The Cheese Shop Chester
This famous promoter and stockist of Cheshire made cheeses also boasts an enviable range of incredible local and global cheeses. Many of the cheeses being made in ther traditional ways in Cheshire are to be found in this fascinating and ever evolving hidden gem, now run by Carol’s daughter, Anne. That said, you still find Carol holding the fort most Tuesdays and Saturdays, offering samples of the classic salty Cheshire Cheese – at one time only made in Chester’s Roman garrisons – to the lucky cheese lovers of Cheshire and beyond.
The best of the rest rivalling Cheshire cheese
I will say at this point, Cheshire has a wealth of top class cheese made by superior local cheese makers. This makes it a great location for exploring fascination dairies. Take a minute to look up Claire Burt and Anne Calyton. Both have had incredible journeys, and make insanely good, award winning cheeses. The county of Cheshire has a rich and ancient cheese heritage, which is why it is fantastic to point out new spots selling wonderful UK cheeses such as The Cheese Wedge, and to put a spotlight on our food culture here in Chester.
Cheshire cheese comes in many guises including the wonderful Cheshire Blue. To really appreciate it at its best I would urge you to buy from a local cheese mongers or farmshop, and try Mrs Bourne’s cloth bound Cheshire cheese. It is a world apart.
The Chester Cheese & Wine Tour
What food goes well with Christmas? Turkey, yep, goose, not for me but for the traditional; mincepies – these I do love; Cheese? Finally. And so if you are a food lover, especially a cheese lover, then what better way to enjoy one of Cheshires most famous exports than in it’s most beautiful city? Chester has given me the opportunity to start some fun, food & drink half-day tours, and in October I ran my first Chester Cheese and Wine Tour.
Take the opportunity to enjoy a tasty, varied and fun Chester Cheese and Wine Tour. We invite anyone who loves relaxed food experiences to come along. Spend the evening trying artisinal cheeses at surprising stops, alonf with up to 6 memorable glasses of wine.
This is a great night out for anyone looking to spend an entertaining few hours indulging in the most classic of all combos. It doesn’t matter how much you do or don’t know about wine. Knowing you like it is plenty, and the same for cheese!
Stroll around the city visiting Chester’s best wine bars and restaurants for interactive tastings and cheese and wine pairings.
Learn from the business owners who have helped put this Chester Cheese and Wine Tour together. There’s no stuffiness, only a cheese coma and tips and facts to take away with you.
Vouchers are available.
Think Christmas and birthday gift experiences. The best way to ingratiate yourself with almost anyone.
Chester’s Link to Cheshire Cheese
Cheshire cheese is the oldest named cheese in the UK (it was Queen Victoria’s favourite, she couldn’t get enough shipped down to London), has to feature on our Cheese and Wine Tour. Therefore somewhere along this evening cheese trail we showcase Chester’s deep conection to Cheshire cheese in a spectacular way.
Sip wineand feast on cheese in various delicious guises, then top the tour off in style.
Things to know
Expect local classics and contemporary global cheeses enroute.
Soft or alcohol-free alternatives are available, water will also be provided for everyone.
Please tell us about any dietary requirements when you book.
