Cheese, glorious cheese! From Stilton to brie, from Gouda to blue and goat, whether you’re grilling it in a sandwich or putting together a platter for a dinner party, quality cheese is imperative, and a visit to one of these shops is in order.
Calgary’s foremost specialty cheese purveyor, Janice Beaton carries artisanal cheeses, charcuterie and pâtés as well as crackers and other accompaniments.
Choosing the right cheeses for an occasion depends on the time and place of their consumption. Let Peasant Cheese help you choose the right selection from its lengthy list. Give the gift of cheese with the shop’s gifting options and clubs.
Springbank Cheese is a third generation family run company. It carries a wide variety of Canadian cheeses and imports many from abroad — over 700 different varieties.
Open Friday through Sunday in the Crossroads Market, Say Cheese has over 300 cheeses to choose from. With a wide variety of Canadian cheeses, this is a great place to put together a unique and delicious cheese tray for your next party.
Sylvan Star makes its own cheese on its farm facility near Red Deer and sells it at the Calgary Farmers’ Market. The maker produces lactose-free Gouda, Edam, sheep Manchago and Gruyere.
Featuring a literal wall of Grana Padano wheels, the Italian Centre shop has its cheese act together. The deli at this eclectic Willow Park European grocer carries a delicious variety of local, Canadian and international cheeses.