The Cheese Lady Rochester

Last 2 spaces available for the in person class at OCC on 9.17.26 - now at OCC's culinary campus in Royal Oak. Learn about cheese history, science and a guided pairing!
Sign up here:
https://www.oaklandcc.edu/community-education/culinary

🍁Our Fall Open House🍁 here at The Cheese Lady Rochester coincides with the fabulous 🍎Arts & Apples Festival🍎 in Rochester’s Municipal Park, at the end of our street! Held since 1965, the Arts Festival is the annual fundraiser for the nonprofit art center and includes over 200 fine art exhibitors.
We will be offering FREE 🍷WINE & CHEESE TASTINGS 🧀in conjunction with during the hours below:
9.11 Friday 2 till 6pm
9.12 Saturday 10 till 4pm
9.13 Sunday 12 till 3pm
We will also have many free samples in the store and outside in our pop up market in the front parking lot.
Please note that our parking lot is closed for the duration of the Festival and wine tasting is for over 21 year olds only.

Also we will have a RAFFLE GIVEAWAY!
1st prize - Wine and Cheese Gift Certificate for a couple, redeemable against any virtual class for next year
2nd prize - $100 Wine and Cheese Gift Basket!

Plus! GIFT CERTIFICATE PURCHASE BONUS (stock up for the Holidays!)
Extra $5 Gift Certificate with $25 purchased
Extra $10 Gift Certificate with $50 purchased
Extra $20 Gift Certificate with $100 purchased

See you there!

Vat 17 Cheddar by is our Cheese of the Month for September - 25% Off all month!
Made with a unique blend of cheddar starter cultures from the UK, Canada and New Zealand, this pasteurized cow’s milk, award-winning cheese has a bold and complex flavor, with a tangy nuttiness that is unsurpassed! Aged for 2 years it has a great "bite" to it, but also melts fabulously well - one of the reasons it’s a very firm favorite in the store. Come in and taste today!

Cheese of the Month for August - Garlic Gouda!! 25% OFF all month and a free bandana or figurine up for grabs until we run out!!!
A pasteurized cow's milk young Gouda from The Netherlands, made by Beemster in The Netherlands. The cows that provide the milk for this cheese graze the nutritious grass on the Beemster Polder - land that has been reclaimed from under water, providing exceptionally soil rich in nutrients and minerals; perfect for pasture, perfect for milk, perfect for cheese!
Infused with aromatic wild garlic, this cheese has a intense, savory yet sweet flavor.
Very smooth, soft, and creamy - it is excellent melted on burgers, or added to grilled cheese and savory breakfast dishes. Or a try it in a mac cheese! come and taste today!

Picture yourself in an 11th Century castle in Northumberland, wandering down 500 year old streets in Yorkshire, enthralled by a one of the Worlds finest Gothic cathedrals, afternoon tea in a 19th Century mansion, a visit to an Anglo Saxon whiskey distillery and eating Fish and Chips in charming seaside town - now add CHEESE!
I'm thrilled to invite you on an unforgettable journey to my homeland, exploring its cheeses, history, and stunning landscapes.
Join me on this small-group tour through Northern England and the Scottish Borders - you'll discover its rich history, beautiful countryside and of course, it’s exceptional cheese!
If you know me, you’ll know how I love sharing my cheese adventures around the world and my knowledge of cheese. Born and raised in Northeast England, I’m a passionate cheesemonger, educator, and proud owner of The Cheese Lady Rochester.
We have partnered with an award-winning, family-owned group travel agency to curate this trip - everything is handled for you, so you can have the freedom to relax and explore what this stunning region has to offer and creating the memories of a lifetime.
Traveling in a small group with expert guides - people who know the region and know cheese – this trip is perfect for anyone who loves food, culture, and learning about cheesemaking and cheese traditions.
If you’ve ever wanted to travel but didn’t want to do it alone – this is your sign! Want to know more? Click on the link below for a full itinerary and secure you seat for $100. Early bird pricing is in place till Sept 1st - spots are limited, so book soon!
I’m so excited for you to join me, contact me for any questions you may have!

https://app.tern.travel/trips/4Fe1Pn7prC4sGsh878-DsQ/landing_page

Delighted to be asked create a workshop at - would you like to join me? An IN PERSON class at the Auburn Hills Campus, all about CHEESE! Price includes tasting portions of cheese and accompaniments, with a bit extra to take home and savor.
PRSN-1250 – The Cheese Experience: Taste, Pair, Discover – $70
Join Barbara Marriner, American Cheese Society Certified Cheese Professional and owner of the The Cheese Lady Rochester for a workshop all about CHEESE!
Embark on a flavorful journey through the world of cheese in this engaging two-hour workshop. Through a guided tasting of four carefully selected cheeses and their accompaniments, you’ll explore the traditions, craftsmanship, and cultures that have shaped cheese-making around the globe,
Whether you’re a curious beginner, a food enthusiast, or simply someone who enjoys a great cheese board, this interactive tasting experience will help you taste with confidence, pair with purpose, and discover new favorites.
Spots are limited and expected to sell out fast! Use the QR code to register, or find the link on the events section of The Cheese Lady Rochester website

https://rochester.thecheeselady.net/event/oakland-community-college-the-cheese-experience-taste-pair-discover-70/

Cheese of the Month for July - Honey Bee Goat Gouda!
Brought to us by our friends at this pasteurized goat's milk Gouda from The Netherlands is aged for 6 months for a delicious smoothness.

Made with pure goats milk with a drizzle of honey added - it has a delicious nutty sweet flavor that is hard to resist! Well balanced and truly stackable, it's always a firm favorite on cheeseboards, salads and picnics.

25% OFF all month - come in and try it today!

Lots of learning about (and tasting of course) of British cheese to be had this morning courtesy of Tim Griffey, cheesemaker at Montgomery's Cheddar and Yvonne Yeoh of
Thank you to for asking us along for the ride!

Late opening Tuesday July 7th at 11.30am for Staff Training - Sorry for any inconvenience caused!

Had a marvelous weekend in NYC for the Cheesemonger Invitational and the Fancy Food Show, so took the opportunity to visit the sublime Saxelby Cheesemongers in Chelsea Market. Saxelby are New York City's first all-American cheese shop and feature a huge range of cheese to sample and then have fresh cut and wrapped 🧀 ❤
Jill and her knowledgeable cheesemongers chose some washed rind cheeses (my favorites) for me to sample and I loved them all! I purchased Hooligan by Cato Corner Farm in Connecticut, Reverie Parish Hill Creamery in Vermont and Sunny Ridge by Blakesville Creamery in Wisconsin. They were eaten al fresco by The Lake in Central Park. Highly recommend stopping by the shop if you get a chance, and the late Anne Saxelby's book The New Rules for Cheese is an inspirational read.