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(based on 2 ratings)
Located in: Cheese, Holland
Once again, Anna Van Dijk has created a startlingly different goat's milk cheese. The base of this new cheese is a younger version of one of our favorites, Van Dijk; a tangy aged goat cheese. Made from the milk from her herd of 500 goats in Eindhoven, Holland, Anna has added a unique ingredient - marigold to this great cheese. Like Cornelia, Anna has achieved the perfect balance of flavors in her new concoction, Marygold.

Marigold, also known as calendula or pot marigold, was a popular ingredient throughout medieval and renaissance Europe. In Holland, according to Gerard's “Herbal”, “no broths are made well without dried marigolds.” Marigold gives color and a piquant touch to cheese, soups and stews. In fact, the petals were used to color cheese until annatto was introduced from America. The presence of marigold not only gives a slightly floral hint that complements the flavor of the cheese, but also creates a distinctive presentation with the creamy white color of the cheese sprinkled with orange and yellow flecks of petals. A must try for any lover of Dorothea or Van Dijk.

  • Made from pasteurized goat's milk; aged over 60 days.
  • Photo depicts whole 10 lb. form of cheese.
  • We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
  • Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.
Review Snapshot®
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.5 stars
(based on 2 reviews)
 
how a substitute became a faorite
By big footsVerified Purchaser from dolores, CO on 5/5/2009
Gift:
No
Pros:
Buttery, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth
Best Uses:
After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads
Describe Yourself:
Health Conscious
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Marygold:

this cheese was a substitute for one ordered-when 1st tasted, it was pleasent and at room temperture it was nutty and mild-it relly goes well grated on green vegtables

 
A most interesting cheese
By Veronicad1 from St Augustine, FL on 1/23/2009
Gift:
No
Pros:
Complex, Flavorful
Best Uses:
After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads
Describe Yourself:
Foodie, Frequent Diner, Health Conscious
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Marygold:

I didn't know what to expect when I tried this cheese but I must say I was pleasantly surprised; it is better to let warm to nearly room temp to fully appreciate this cheese. I love it with simple water crackers so it is not overpowered with other tastes. It is lovely with eggs, great on its own or as a before or after dinner treat. I could eat this straight with no problem at all.

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