How to make a classic Swiss cheese fondue, what to dip in it, the French words to know and the etiquette at the table.
Fondue: The Complete Guide
Cheese fondue by Paul Joseph
How to eat Camembert
Say Cheese! by H is for Home
Most people view artisan cheese as something that can only be eaten paired with wine with a couple olives and crackers. Here I have assembled some of my favorite ways to enjoy Camembert.
Gypsy Brewing: the case of Evil Twin
A look into the pros and cons of “gypsy brewing” through the example of gypsy brewer, Evil Twin.
The Joys of Gorgonzola
Gorgonzola by Rachael Black
Gorgonzola is an Italian blue cheese sold in two styles: mild, creamy Dolce and aged, spicy Piccante. Here is how they differ, where the name comes from, and how to eat it.
Does wine need to breathe?
Decanters by Jenny Downing
Letting the wine breathe, or aerate, is all about releasing the aromas and softening the flavors by exposing it to oxygen. The idea is that the wine has been sealed in a bottle with limited exposure to oxygen.
Cider: the rise of the apple
Cider is a fermented alcoholic beverage made from fruit juice (it is also commonly referred to as “hard cider”). There are different kinds, but ciders are predominantly made from apple juice. Many people confuse cider with beer, however, in fact, cider is actually a lot more similar to wine.
How to cut cheese
Bought cheese for a party and not sure how to cut it? Three simple rules, plus diagrams for every shape: wheels, pyramids, wedges, logs, blues and box cheeses.
Canned beers vs Bottled vs Draft
In early October, John (of John Eats Cheese) and I ventured out to SingleCut Beersmiths in Astoria. They pride themselves on being the first brewery in Queens since the prohibition. They also like to point out that both their address and flagship beer are 19-33 (or 1933), the year prohibition ended. During the brewery tour, […]
Whiskey and cheese tasting
Stichelton and Laphroaig – peaky and misty and beguiling by Lucy Hoffman
If you’re a human over the age of 18 you have probably heard of or tried pairing wine and cheese. However, you’re not limited to just pairing wine and cheese, you can also pair cheese with other alcoholic drinks like beer and whiskey.
Why brie smells like ammonia
Brie by Christopher Mooney
Ever catch a whiff of ammonia from a wheel of brie? Find out why that happens and how to fix it.