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Cheese Punk
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Cheesemonger, photographer, corporate punk.
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Cheese Punk @yyccheesepunk.bsky.social · Jun 10
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Could a rare French blue cheese be the key to saving microbial biodiversity in cheese? | culture: the word on cheese
As technology evolves and the climate changes, could this French blue cheese provide invaluable insight into the world of genetic degradation?
culturecheesemag.com
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The average American ate some 42.3 pounds of cheese in 2023 — a figure that's steadily risen year-by-year; it was 32.1 pounds in 2000.

#cheese #news 🧀 #stats #statistics #consumer #market #food #usa
The Amount Of Cheese Consumed By The Average American Per Year Seems Astronomical - Food Republic
The average American eats about 42 pounds of cheese every single year, which is almost a pound a week. But in Switzerland, the average is 52 pounds.
www.foodrepublic.com
September 19, 2025 at 8:56 PM
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Making amazing cheese look the part!
#acsccp #cheesemonger #parmigianoreggiano
September 18, 2025 at 3:26 AM
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One of the most powerful compounds found in blue cheese, spermidine, has been linked to anti-ageing properties and all sorts of other “miracle” effects. But are some types of blue cheese healthier than others?

#cheese #news 🧀 #health #nutrition #food #diet #bluecheese #protein
Roquefort, Stilton or Gorgonzola: Which blue cheese is the healthiest?
Good news, cheese lovers, there are potential benefits for gut health, metabolism and dementia prevention
www.telegraph.co.uk
August 2, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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Heading into a few days where cheese and prosciutto di Parma intersect…
#prosciuttodiparma #acsccp #eatrealfood
August 2, 2025 at 4:44 AM
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A professor created a comprehensive overview of the biochemical, environmental and analytical processes that shape cheddar’s flavour, including volatile organic compounds, starter cultures and advanced chromatographic techniques.

#cheese #news 🧀 #cheddar #research #science #chemistry #voc #food
SinS 2025: The flavour chemistry of cheddar cheese explored from pasture to plate
At the Solutions in Science 2025 conference in Brighton, United Kingdom, Professor Kieran Kilcawley, Principal Research Officer at the Teagasc Food Research Centre, Cork, in the Republic of Ireland...
www.labmate-online.com
July 30, 2025 at 6:06 PM
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While it might be convenient and tasty, pre-shredded cheese simply isn't as pure, ingredient-wise, as freshly shredded cheese.

#cheese #news 🧀 #shreddedcheese #cooking #howto #tips #foodsky
4 Reasons Shredding Your Own Cheese Is So Worth It
While pre-shredded cheese is convenient, learn why shredding your own offers better flavor, texture, and meltability.
www.southernliving.com
July 25, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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When it comes to enjoying cheese in moderation, “a good portion size for hard cheeses is approximately one to 1.5 ounces per day, and about a half cup per day for softer cheeses.”

#cheese #news 🧀 #health #nutrition #cheesemoderation #food #cheesesky
The 8 Healthiest Cheeses to Eat, According to Nutrition Experts
Discover the healthiest cheeses to buy, according to a registered dietitians, and learn what to look for when shopping for healthy cheese. Healthy cheeses you can find at the grocery store include Swi...
www.realsimple.com
July 21, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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Too early to really tell, the potential for cheese is immense if this works…

www.foodsafetynews.com/2025/07/zapp...
Zapping pathogens could be breakthrough for raw milk
The latest news coming out about raw milk is cool — as in temperature cool. This is thanks to a technology that eliminates pathogens that can be in
www.foodsafetynews.com
July 16, 2025 at 1:25 AM
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“Our cheeses are produced according to an ancient family recipe, without preservatives or chemical treatments, not even on the rind."

#cheese #news 🧀 #cheeseawards #food #competition #travel #sardinia #italy
Sardinian dairy in Mandas wins seven medals in the world's largest cheese competition: the family is rewarded for its cheeses
Sardinian pride: this family from Mandas took home seven medals, beating the competition at the 2025 International Cheese and Dairy Awards. Here's how!
reportergourmet.com
July 11, 2025 at 7:17 PM
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Making soft ripened cheese look even better!

#cheesemonger #cheesemongerlife #acsccp #cheeseislife
July 11, 2025 at 2:26 AM
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“There was this new technology being introduced — these robotic milkers — and there was a lot of evidence for it improving herd health and happiness, and making it a more comfortable dairy experience.”

#cheese #news 🧀 #dairy #cows #livestock #animalwellbeing #foodsky
There's a Creamery in the US That's Trained Cows to Milk Themselves – and Its Making Delicious Cheeses
At Rogue Creamery in Oregon’s Rogue Valley, cows are trained to milk themselves — with the assistance of two robots named Charlie and Matilda. This hands-off method is producing complex, delicious che...
www.foodandwine.com
July 7, 2025 at 6:41 PM
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Over time, recipes have adapted to local conditions, resulting in cheeses that reflect not only European roots, but also the distinct terroir and character of the Canadian landscape.

#cheese #news 🧀 #buycanadian #food #cheesesky #canada
5 Canadian Cheeses To Add To Your Board This Summer - Chatelaine
From island-aged cheddar to Swiss-style hybrids, these homegrown cheeses offer bold, nuanced flavours.
chatelaine.com
July 5, 2025 at 7:11 PM
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Biggest tyrosine crystal I’ve seen! 54 month Parmigiano Reggiano!!!

#parmigiannoreggiano #acsccp #cheesemongerlife #cheesemonger #sodamnedgood
June 27, 2025 at 2:33 AM
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Happy National Cheesemakers Day to all who celebrate!

#cheese #news 🧀
#cheesemaking #usa #nationalcheesemakersday
National Cheesemakers Day: What makes a really good cheese?
YouTube video by Eyewitness News WTVO WQRF (MyStateline)
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June 18, 2025 at 10:57 PM
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culturecheesemag.com/news/could-a...
Could a rare French blue cheese be the key to saving microbial biodiversity in cheese? | culture: the word on cheese
As technology evolves and the climate changes, could this French blue cheese provide invaluable insight into the world of genetic degradation?
culturecheesemag.com
June 10, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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cheesenews.bsky.social
The charity's co-founder, said: "We are deeply indebted to Ava for putting her life and limbs on the line to get the cheese."

#cheese #news 🧀 #cheeserolling #foodinsecurity #charity #food #uk #prize
Gloucestershire cheese rolling prize is served to rough sleepers
Ava Sender Logan donates her big wheel of Double Gloucester after winning the traditional race.
www.bbc.com
June 6, 2025 at 7:21 PM
yyccheesepunk.bsky.social
Not always cheese. There are times you need to step away and recharge a bit.

#acsccp #mongersdayaway #peaceinnature
June 6, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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National Cheese Day might be over, don’t let that make you think your local cheese makers don’t exist. Show them some love and find their cheeses year round. Is so worth it!!!!
#acsccp #cheesemonger #supportlocal #shoplocal #artisinalcheese
June 6, 2025 at 1:10 AM
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Celebrating National Cheese Day with Canadian cheeses, jams, and crackers!
Agropur 5 yr raw milk cheddar
Woolwich plain goat with Saunders Raspberry Pepper jam
Camembert with Saunders Pineapple Jalapeno jam
Served on Sesmark crackers.
All Canadian and all tasty!

#nationalcheeseday #acsccp
June 4, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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The parmigiano reggiano, estimated to be worth more than €20,000 (£17,000), was finally opened and sampled at the age of 27 years and three months, beating the previous record of 21 years.

#cheese #news 🧀 #cheesemaking #worldrecord #italy #foodsky
Wheel of 20th-century Italian cheese smashes record for oldest parmesan
Parmigiano reggiano opened after 27 years and three months – maturing for six years longer than previous holder
www.theguardian.com
June 3, 2025 at 7:38 PM
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Tomorrow, June 4, is National Cheese Day. Go show your local mongers some love as well as local cheese producers! I’ll be out sampling some Canadian cheeses from a variety of manufacturers in the afternoon!
#cheesemongerlife #acsccp #shoplocal #supportlocal #cheeseislife
June 3, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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Comment from another cheesemonger today…
I have underboob cheese… it’s been fermenting all day…
#cheesemongerlife #cantmakethisup #needashower
June 1, 2025 at 12:41 AM
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No cheese pics right now, just a great afternoon hanging out with @justcraftbeerxtina.bsky.social by the river, beer, cheese, and good conversation. What a great way to recharge a bit.
May 31, 2025 at 10:49 PM
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“Cheese offers an impressive nutritional package. However, it’s the combination of these nutrients working together in what we call the ‘dairy matrix’ that creates effects we couldn’t predict by looking at individual nutrients alone.”

#cheese #news 🧀 #dairymatrix #nutrition #health #food
What happens when you eat cheese (your stomach does something most people aren't aware of)
www.journee-mondiale.com
April 8, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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"Every gun that is made, every warship launched, every rocket fired signifies, in the final sense, a theft from those who hunger and are not fed, those who are cold and are not clothed."

-Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1953
April 8, 2025 at 6:45 PM