TIDBIT: 5 Holiday Cheeses for Your Next Party

Cheese1 This mix of cheeses recommended by Cheese Central in downtown Lodi, will be sure to impress a crowd during your holiday get together. Stripey Jack: The mixture of cheddar, Lancashire, Cheshire, Red Leicester and Double Gloucester cheese give it a layered look, and an incredible explosion of flavor. It pairs well with most red wines and all beers. Beemster Vlaskaas: This signature premium Dutch cheese is both sweet and creamy. The diversity makes for a great paring with a variety of red wines and Zins, dried fruit and nuts, or even on pasta! Dry Jack: This 100 year old recipe made from reformatted Monterey Jack was originally used as a Parmesan substitute. It’s perfect for a cheese platter, and softens at room temperature. The cheese is wrapped with olive oil, coco powder and black pepper making it a great combination with any red or white wines and any beer. Barely Buzzed: This handcrafted cheddar tabletop cheese can be enjoyed with toasted nuts, fruits or even on top of a salad or steak. It is hand rubbed with a blend of espresso and lavender. The cheese is very versatile and can be paired with red wines, ports, ales, stouts or ciders. Sage Derby: This cheese comes with a green tint – making it wonderfully festive in its appearance for holiday cheese platters. The fresh herbal blend is made with sage puree, and pairs well with white such as Sauvignon Blanc to bring out the grassy flavors. For More Information: Cheese Central 11N. School Street, Lodi (209) 368-3033, cheesecentrallodi.com