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(based on 6 ratings)

Located in: Cheese, Switzerland

The literal translation of the French words "Tete de Moine" is "Monk's Head". Although this fine Swiss product was first created by monks, it is now produced by the lay community. Tete de Moine, made in the Swiss Alps from rich unpasteurized cows' milk, is a sharp cheese with a full, nutty flavor. Its intense flavor is even more pronounced when compared to other cheeses from Switzerland, like Gruyere and Emmental. A true specialty item, Tete de Moine deserves to be regarded as one of the world's great cheeses.

The full flavor of Tete de Moine is only revealed when the cheese is scraped or peeled in thin ruffles or rosettes using a girolle. The girolle consists of a wooden stand with a vertical rod, upon which a blade is mounted such that it can be cranked in order to scrape the top of the Tete de Moine cheese. A wonderful gift for anyone who enjoys fine Switzerland cheese. This set also makes an impressive display at a small party.

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Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.3 stars

(based on 6 reviews)

83% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Flavorful(6), Rich(4)

Best Uses:

After dinner(3), Hors d'oeuvre(4)

Describe Yourself:

Foodie(3)

Perfect Party Center Piece

By Steve from La Quinta,Ca. on 2/4/2010

Gift:

Pros:

Complex, Flavorful

Cons:

Dries quickly

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tete de Moine with Girolle Gift Set:

What a crowd pleasure at the table! Nobody knew what it was but they LOVED IT!

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

to rich

By bk

from diane on 4/8/2009

Gift:

Pros:

Flavorful, Rich

Cons:

Bad Flavor

Best Uses:

After Dinner

Describe Yourself:

Chef

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tete de Moine with Girolle Gift Set:

with honny

makes a good gift

By TL

from northern California on 12/29/2008

Gift:

Yes

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tete de Moine with Girolle Gift Set:

I gave this set as a gift to a friend for Xmas. He and his guests loved using the girolle to make the pretty shavings that went so well on crackers. It is a very interactive buffet item and a good conversation piece.

Just like I remembered from Geneva!

By Elizabeth from Memphis, TN on 10/10/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Delicate, Firm, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie, Frequent Diner, Health Conscious, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tete de Moine with Girolle Gift Set:

It takes a little practice to get the right "look" of a carnation made of cheese. But the mistakes taste great!

Perfect "Foodie" / Entertainer Giftset

By "Nina Beer"

from North Palm Beach, Florida on 4/30/2007

Pros:

Excellent Cheese Gadget, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Pair with Belgian Beer, Serve with grapes nuts

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tete de Moine with Girolle Gift Set:

Exceeded my expectations... great presentation. Light, delicious, enhanced an already exceptional and rare Trappist beer!

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Memorable meal-time moments...

Wonderful cheese;great rosettes.

By AH from Scottsdale, AZ on 3/12/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hor d'oevre, Salads

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Tete de Moine with Girolle Gift Set:

Lovely for entertaining.

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