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Nestled in among the rolling hills of central Iowa is Maytag Dairy, which produces Maytag Blue cheese. Shortly before World War II, F.L. Maytag II began working with scientists at Iowa State University to begin making a great American blue cheese, modeled after those of Europe. The result was one of the first American farmstead cheeses of superior quality. Maytag cheese makers, however, are still hand making the same cheese that they created in the 1930's. Maytag Blue's popularity has taken off with the growing interest in American farmstead cheeses, and this wonderful, tangy blue cheese is now featured on menus across the country. Its wonderful flavor, moist yet crumbly texture, and lemony finish make Maytag one of the world's great blue cheeses.
- Made from unpasteurized cow's milk.
- Photo depicts whole 4 lb form of cheese.
- We cut and wrap this item by the pound.
- We sell this item in whole form. (item 098W)
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Nestled in among the rolling hills of central Iowa is Maytag Dairy, which produces Maytag Blue cheese. Shortly before World War II, F.L. Maytag II began working with scientists at Iowa State University to begin making a great American blue cheese, modeled after those of Europe. The result was one of the first American farmstead cheeses of superior quality. Maytag cheese makers, however, are still hand making the same cheese that they created in the 1930's. Maytag Blue's popularity has taken off with the growing interest in American farmstead cheeses, and this wonderful, tangy blue cheese is now featured on menus across the country. Its wonderful flavor, moist yet crumbly texture, and lemony finish make Maytag one of the world's great blue cheeses.
- Made from unpasteurized cow's milk.
- Photo depicts whole 4 lb form of cheese.
- We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
- We sell this item in whole form. (item 098W)
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This luxury gift basket contains some of the best food products made in the U.S.A
- Montasio Festivo: This fantastic goat cheese from Texas has been aged for between 6 months to a year, and has developed a decidedly firm texture. Montasio Festivo is rubbed with an ancho chile/olive oil paste to form a thin, dark-red rind. (8 oz.)
- Pleasant Ridge Reserve: Gruyere-like award winning artisanal cheese from Uplands Cheese Co. in Wisconsin. (8 oz.)
- Smokey Blue: A traditional blue cheese that is smoked overnight in hazelnut shells. The result is a sweet, nutty flavor that counters the tangy, sharp taste of blue. Made in Oregon. (8 oz)
- Purple Haze: Fresh goat's milk cheese with lavender buds mixed with wild harvested fennel pollen give it a sweet addicting flavor. (4 oz.)
- Grafton Classic Reserve Cheddar: An outstanding 2 year mature cheddar from Vermont selected for its pronounced flavor and smooth finish. (8 oz.)
- Pickled Okra: Pickled Southern treat made by Prissy's of Vidalia, Georgia. (16 oz.)
- Rosa Mexicano Salsa: Since 1984 Rosa Mexicano has been a leader in Mexican cuisine in New York City. (16 oz.)
- Vermont Smoke and Cure Pepperoni: This smoked pepperoni offers a smoke-mellowed bite that complements any good, sharp cheddar. (7 oz.)
- Carnegie Deli Dusseldorf Mustard: Savor the taste of the mustard served at New York City's famous Carnegie Deli. (8 oz.)
- Cherith Valley Spirited Texas Peaches These peaches are sliced fresh and slow-simmered with fresh stick cinnamon in almond liqueur, then hand-packed for a gorgeous presentation. (16 oz)
- Red Raspberry Wasabi Mustard: Made from the very best ingredients in Fort Worth, TX.: mustard, Dijon mustard, sugar, horseradish, raspberries, and wasabi. No artificial coloring or preservatives are used. (17oz)
- Oaxaca Exotic Candy Bar: Owner/Chocolatier, Katrina Markoff, personally chooses every spice, flower and chocolate that is flown into their Chicago kitchen (3 oz)
- Mary's Gone Crackers: These specialty baked items are crisp delicious crackers with a rich nutty flavor (6.5
- New England Clam Chowder by Bar Harbor Foods: Bar Harbor's recipe has been fine-tuned over generations, passed down from mother to daughter, father to son. (15 oz)
- Beechers Handmade Crackers: Beecher's Crackers are rich and buttery with a nutty sweetness and an excellent crunch. Made without hydrogenated oils in Washington State (50 gr)
- Cajun Sunshine Hot Sauce Delicious, smooth and highly versatile hot sauce with just the right balance.
All in all, this patriotic basket would make any American food lover proud!- Please note that any item temporarily out of stock will be substituted with a similar item of equal value.
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Nestled in among the rolling hills of central Iowa is Maytag Dairy, which produces Maytag Blue cheese. Shortly before World War II, F.L. Maytag II began working with scientists at Iowa State University to begin making a great American blue cheese, modeled after those of Europe. The result was one of the first American farmstead cheeses of superior quality. Maytag cheese makers, however, are still hand making the same cheese that they created in the 1930's. Maytag Blue's popularity has taken off with the growing interest in American farmstead cheeses, and this wonderful, tangy blue cheese is now featured on menus across the country. Its wonderful flavor, moist yet crumbly texture, and lemony finish make Maytag one of the world's great blue cheeses.
- Made from unpasteurized cow's milk.
- Photo depicts whole 5 lb form of cheese.
- We sell this item in whole form. (item 098W)
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With the recent resurgence in artisan cheese-making here in the U.S., this in an ideal time to send that perfect gift for the patriot.- Smokey Blue: A traditional blue cheese that is smoked overnight in hazelnut shells. The result is a sweet, nutty flavor that counters the tangy, sharp taste of blue. Made in Oregon. (8 oz)
- Pleasant Ridge Reserve: Gruyere-like award winning artisanal cheese from Uplands Cheese Co. in Wisconsin. (8 oz.)
- Purple Haze: Fresh goat's milk cheese with lavender buds mixed with wild harvested fennel pollen give it a sweet addicting flavor. (4 oz.)
- Grafton Classic Reserve Cheddar: An outstanding 2 year mature cheddar from Vermont selected for its pronounced flavor and smooth finish. (8 oz.)
- Beechers Handmade Crackers: Beecher's Crackers are rich and buttery with a nutty sweetness and an excellent crunch. Made without hydrogenated oils in Washington State (50 gr)
- igourmet.com Signature Cheese Serving Knife: Specifically crafted for igourmet.com, this multi-function cheese knife is the perfect tool to easily slice uniform servings of your favorite cheese.
- Bamboo Cheese Board: A stunning and durable gift that will be enjoyed for years to come. (Dimensions: 11 ½" x 11 ½")
Please note that any item temporarily out of stock will be substituted with a similar item of equal or greater value. |
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Once perceived as only producing imitations of European cheeses, the USA now boasts some of the world's finest specialty cheesemakers. With growing public interest supporting these artisan cheesemakers, it is clear America is ready to stand alongside the other greats of world cheese makers. Here are four of our favorite cheeses, taking you from coast to coast.
- Pleasant Ridge Reserve: Pleasant Ridge Reserve is an original cheese inspired by farmstead cheeses from the alpine provinces of southeastern France. After about four months in the aging room, Pleasant Ridge Reserve is ready to please your palate. It will continue to change and develop variations in its flavor as it ages further. (8 oz)
- Smokey Blue by Rogue Creamery: A classic blue cheese that is cold smoked 16 hours with Oregon Hazelnut shells. The smoking process releases a sweet, creamy, smoky flavor that balances both the sharp blue flavor and sweet, creamy flavor of the 100% natural full cream sustainable milk from Rogue's longstanding partnership with Bonanza View Dairy. (8 oz.)
- Purple Haze: Purple Haze is a recent addition California cheese maker's Cypress Grove's line of cheeses. Lavender buds mixed with wild harvested fennel pollen give Purple Haze its addicting flavor. Its sweet flavor is wonderful as a dessert with honey and almonds or in a main dish with lamb (4 oz.)
- Grafton Classic Reserve Cheddar: Grafton 2 Year Classic Cheddar is an outstanding mature cheddar cheese selected for its pronounced flavor and smooth finish. This two year aged cheese is excellent when accompanied with dried fruits and nuts, crusty breads, and big wines. (8 oz)
Please note that any item temporarily out of stock will be substituted with a similar item of equal value.
This item is not packaged as a gift. If you would like the gift packaged version of this item please click here.
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The original pioneer of Blue Stilton, commonly referred to as "The King of Cheeses," was Mr. Cooper Thornhill, owner of the Bell Inn on the Great North Road in the town of Stilton. In 1730, Mr. Thornhill discovered a distinctive blue cheese while visiting a small farm in rural Leicestershire. He fell in love with the cheese and forged a business arrangement that granted the Bell Inn exclusive marketing rights to Blue Stilton. Soon thereafter, wagon loads of cheese were being delivered to the Inn. Since the main stagecoach routes from London to the North of England passed through the village of Stilton he was able to promote the sale of this cheese and the legend of Stilton rapidly spread far and wide. The extraordinary flavor comes from careful aging for a minimum of three months. This Stilton is produced in Leicestershire and is full, rich and creamy. Its shocking blue veins radiate outward from a natural, crinkly brown crust, revealing layers and folds of honeyed, cheddary flavor. We recommend this mature Stilton as a pure table (eating) cheese; it is too precious and delicious to submerge in a dressing or dip.- Made from pasteurized cow's milk.
- Photo depicts 1/2 of a 16 lb. wheel of cheese.
- We cut and wrap this item by the pound.
- Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.
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From Italy's Lombardy region, we present Mountain Gorgonzola, a sharp and tangy cheese. With its white interior laced with streaks of blue, Mountain Gorgonzola is an attractive table cheese and a savory ingredient in your favorite salad. Or- try it the Italian way - on a plate drizzled with honey.
- Made from cow's milk.
- Whole form is 14 pounds.
- We cut and wrap this item by the pound.
- Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.
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Roquefort is the ancient blue cheese from the Rouergue, a small region of southern France. It ranks with Stilton and Gorgonzola as the three musketeers of blue cheese, setting the gold standard for all other blues. Roquefort is made from raw sheep's milk, as opposed to the pasteurized cow's milk of its chief rivals. First evidence of Roquefort was discovered in 79 A.D. when Pliny the Elder wrote of its rich aroma. It was the favorite cheese of Charlemagne. In 1411 King Charles VI gave rights to the ageing of Roquefort to only one village: Roquefort-sur-Soulzon. It is aged naturally in the caves of Cambalou for a minimum of three months, developing an intense flavor profile. Roquefort quality comes from the ewe's milk, the processing of the curd, the “penicillium roqueforti” and then the maturation in natural caves. The milk is so prized that any leftover milk is saved, which is then used to make France's Valbreso Feta.
The Roquefort Association, Inc. protects the quality of Roquefort and marks all genuine Roqueforts with a red sheep seal (it is made from the milk of Red Lacaune sheep). This world renowned cheese is soft, rindless, and a bit crumbly. - Made from unpasteurized sheep's milk.
- Photo depicts whole 3 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.
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