Fall is a good time to be a cheese lover. At Murray’s, our staff and customers look forward to a proliferation of incredible seasonal cheeses come October and November. One of those standouts is Rush Creek Reserve from Uplands Cheese Company in Southwest Wisconsin. To learn more about how this rich, custardy wheel is made, … The post How Uplands Cheese Company Crafts a Coveted Seasonal Classic  appeared first on Murray's Cheese Blog ..read more

While we’d love to chat with our favorite cheesemakers any day of the week, International Women’s Day provided an incredible opportunity to talk with two of the most influential women in cheese. On Tuesday, March 8, Murray’s Cheese’s Elizabeth Chubbuck shared the virtual stage with Adeline Druart of Vermont Creamery and Lynn Giacomini Stray of … The post <strong>It’s About More than Cheese: A Conversation with Leading Women in Food</strong>  appeared first on Murray's Cheese Blog ..read more

Any family that’s three generations deep into dairy is one that we respect. Enter von Trapp Farmstead, a family-owned farmstead cheesemaker nestled in the rolling hills of Vermont. And their award-winning cheeses, each one a testament to the family craft, can now be found at Murray’s—pungent, puddingy Oma, buttery Mad River Blue, and toasty sweet Savage.  The … The post <strong>Makers We Love: von Trapp Farmstead</strong>  appeared first on Murray's Cheese Blog ..read more

Calling anyone who’s hungry for cheese! But also anyone who’s hungry for cheese knowledge, cheese pairings, and a sense of connection with the cheese-loving community. Murray’s has launched another month of virtual classes and our virtual instructors can’t wait to see your virtual faces for some virtual cheese tasting. Let’s take a peek at why … The post <strong>Five Delicious Reasons to Take a Murray’s Virtual Cheese Class </strong>  appeared first on Murray's Cheese Blog ..read more

We recently partnered up with Instagram-influencer and self-taught chef, Quin of @ButterBeReady, to develop a meaty deep-dish pizza recipe, featured on Great Taste. (If you haven’t tried it yet , you must!) True to style, she created a picture-perfect pie that may taste even better than it looks. We sat down with Quin to find … The post Meet Quin of Butter Be Ready appeared first on Murray's Cheese Blog ..read more

Cheese and wine go together like you and your valentine—with each bringing unique characteristics to create a shared experience that’s truly magical. For perfect Valentine’s Day wine and cheese pairings, we called on Shanika Hillocks, one of Wine Enthusiast’s 40 Under 40 Tastemakers. Here are Shanika’s picks for what to pour with some of our … The post <strong>Valentine’s Day Wine & Cheese Pairings with Shanika Hillocks</strong>  appeared first on Murray's Cheese Blog ..read more

It’s no secret that the way to someone’s heart is through their tummy. And if you’re with a true gourmand, a Valentine’s cheese gift or something special for a date night together is an absolute must. Spoil your sweetheart with creamy cheeses, luxurious truffles, or sweet snacks. We’re highlighting some of the best picks below … The post YOUR GUIDE TO DATE NIGHT appeared first on Murray's Cheese Blog ..read more

Let’s be honest. These days, not everyone feels comfortable gathering in a space to take our classes. And that’s okay. We created our virtual classes for just that reason. One of the great things is each participant can participate from the intimacy of their own space. The best part is that even if you’re not … The post Virtual Cheese Classes appeared first on Murray's Cheese Blog ..read more

What happens in our Murray’s Caves in Long Island City is true cheese magic. Affinage, or the cheese aging process, is a meticulous science that often produces delicious and surprising results, and the members of our Caves Team are engineers in creating brand new cheeses and remixes of old favorites. Our line of Cave Aged … The post Cave Exclusive: 18 Month Annelies appeared first on Murray's Cheese Blog ..read more

You undoubtedly have your favorites but have you wondered what’s really popular? Well, we’re ending off 2021 with a look at our best-selling cheeses. This year was all about decadence and finding a little cheese happiness. If ever there was a year to indulge, 2021 was it. Rare and seasonal varieties took centerstage. Throw in … The post Top 10 Cheeses of 2021 appeared first on Murray's Cheese Blog ..read more