June 2021 | Epicure Foods Magazine

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JUNE 2021

2021 marks 50 years since Epicure Foods

Upon arriving to America, he worked for a

Corporation was founded. Epicure’s founder,

New York City food importer, where he

Damir Drezga, grew up during World War II

learned the ins-and-outs of the industry. A

in communist Yugoslavia. After his father’s

year later in 1971, he purchased his first pallet

passing when he was just 9 years old, Damir

of Gouda from the Netherlands, thus marking

had no choice than to take the role as head

the beginning of Epicure Foods!

of household. Despite his family’s poverty and the hardships of World War II, Damir took

50 years later, Epicure Foods has grown from

care of his mother and younger brother.

importing that first pallet of Gouda cheese from the Netherlands to importing quality

After completing school, Damir traveled to

cheese, charcuterie, and various gourmet

Germany for better employment to make

products from around the globe.

money for his family. He survived by selling rugs on street corners, and sent most of the money he made back home. Eventually, he was loaned money from a local convent for one-way ticket to the United States.

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World Cuisine Favorites This National Cheese Day, we are celebrating cheese from all around the globe!

Can Bech Quince with Madagascar Vanilla Can Bech Just for Cheese Quince with Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla wins Best New Fruit Spread, Jam & Jelly Product at the 2021 Specialty Food Association Sofi™ Awards.

NEW! Yellow Hill Butter Check out these ultra-rich artisan butters in fun flavors such as chocolate, maple syrup and cinnamon sugar.

NEW! Boursin Parsley & Lemon The newest addition to the Boursin line of creamy yet crumbly Gournay cheese is a mouthwatering combination of savory parsley and zesty lemon.

Charming Charcuterie Discover traditional Spanish, Italian and French cured meats that are sure to be the star of your next charcuterie board.

Happy June, Epicure readers!

Summer time is finally here! Summer is all about getting outside and enjoying the warm weather, and this issue is full of products and recipes sure to fuel you for whatever is on your summer to-do list.

June 4th is National Cheese Day! Travel the world without leaving your kitchen by trying out some of the cheesy international recipes in our World Cuisine Favorites feature on page 09.

We are proud to announce that Can Bech Just for Cheese Quince with Madagascar and Bourbon Vanilla won Best New Product in the Fruit Spreads, Jams and Jellies category at the 2021 Specialty Food Association sofi™ Awards! Learn more about this outstanding Spanish fruit jam on page 16.

We have a few new products to share this month!

Yellow Hill artisan flavored butters are made in Wisconsin and crafted with sweet cream. 85% butterfat content makes them richer, creamier, and tastier than other butters. Check out the line on page 21.

Boursin Parsley and Lemon combines savory parsley and zesty lemon with creamy yet crumbly Gournay cheese for a truly decadent eating experience. Check out this mouthwatering new addition as well as the classic Boursin Gournay cheeses on page 25.

The art of curing meats has roots in France dating back more than 6,000 years ago. Today, charcuterie is often served alongside cheeses and other accompaniments as appetizers. Our Charming Charcuterie feature (pg. 28) is packed full of products to help making your dream charcuterie spread a tasty reality.

Till next time,

The Epicure Marketing Team

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US-050 Extra Sharp US-034 Habanero US-235 Pepper US-233 White X- Sharp Cheddar Cheddar Jack Cheddar | 1x10lb | $5.09/LB | 1x10lb | $5.59/LB | 1x10lb | $3.79/LB | 1x10lb | $4.09/LB

US-232 Yellow X- Sharp US-236 Muenster US-028 Sharp Cheddar Cheddar Slicing Loaf | 1x10lb | $4.09/LB | 2x5.5lb | $3.59/LB | 1x10lb | $4.89/LB

US-963 Crème Fraîche 12x8oz | $29.69/CS

US-966 Mascarpone 12x8oz | $32.09/CS

A deliciously rich cultured cows' cream with a thick, creamy texture and a slightly tart, nutty flavor.

Rich, decadent and luscious Italian-style cream cheese made from fresh, Vermont cream.

82% Cultured Butter | 18x8oz | $47.99/CS | Pre-Order US-9885 Sea Salt US-9886 Unsalted Deliciously cultured, ridiculously creamy butter made from fresh Vermont cream. This cultured butter has wonderful notes of buttermilk and hazelnuts.

Goat Cheese Dips | 6x5oz | $14.29/CS It's a spread, it's a dip, it's delicious goat cheese made with fresh milk from family farms. The simple flavor of fresh goats' milk with a smooth and spreadable texture that's perfect for dipping, spreading and cooking.

US-9887 Red Pepper and Lemon US-9888 Garlic & Herb US-9889 Classic

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Beef & Pork Sticks

Grass Fed Beef Sticks

| 48x1oz | $43.99/CS

| 48x1oz | $62.69/CS

US-572 Original

US-608 Jalapeno Lime

US-573 Chipotle

US-609 Maple Teriyaki

US-574 BBQ Turkey Sticks | 48x1oz | $43.99/CS

US-575 Smoked Pepperoni | 12x6oz | $46.79/CS

US-578 Ancho Pepper US-579 Honey Mustard

US-576 Traditional Summer

US-580 Uncured Pepperoni

Sausage | 12x6oz | $43.29/CS

Award-winning Maytag Blue Cheese is made in small batches from the milk of Holstein cattle

Award-Winning, TraditionallyHandcrafted Blue Cheese

from local Iowa dairy farms. Cheesemakers add Penicillium Roqueforti spores to give Maytag Blue Cheese its distinctive green veining. The cheese is then aged in caves where it is exposed to cool temperatures with high levels of humidity. The result is an artisanal cheese that is moist and creamy yet crumbly in texture that is slightly pungent with a lemony finish.

US-036 Wheel | 1x4 lb | $12.99/LB

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SAVENCIA Cheese

FR-605 St. Andre Mini | 6x7oz | $28.79/CS Miniature version of triple creme Saint Andre.

FR-595 St. Albray | 2x4lb | $10.39/LB Mostly famous for its distinctive flower shape, this cheese has a complex flavor profile, with a creamy and meaty texture.

FR-255 Chaumes | 2x4lb | $10.39/LB A cow's milk cheese with a rich, golden creamy paste and a mellow nutty taste.

FR-600 St. Andre |1x4lb | $10.69/LB St. Andre is a triple creme soft-ripened cheese covered with a satiny edible rind.

FR-608 St. Agur Blue | 1x5lb | $11.79/LB

FR-319 Etorki | 2x10lb | $11.59/LB Sheep's milk cheese with a silky smooth texture and a nutty, almost burnt caramel taste.

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Handmade artisan blueveined cheese from the Auvergne region of France.

FR-1015 Ile De France Brie Bites | 60x0.9oz | $43.69/CS Each Brie Bite features the white rind, extra creamy texture and signature buttery flavor of Ile de France Brie.

Each of these hand-rolled, fresh cows’ milk cheeses is made in France and filled with either cranberries, garlic and herbs or pineapples. Le Roulé has a distinctive spiral and is light and spreadable with a creamy melt in your mouth texture. Perfect for any occasion. Spread Le Roulé on a crisp baguette or use as an ingredient in cooking.

83% Butterfat makes recipes more rich. Ideal for home and professional chefs alike!

Single Slices FR-576 Garlic & Herb | 12x5.3oz | $37.19/CS FR-578 Cranberry | 6x4.4oz | $18.39/CS Bulk FR-575 Garlic & Herb | 1x4lb | $6.39/LB FR-577 Cranberry | 1x4lb | $7.79/LB FR-581 Pineapple | 1x3.5lb | $7.79/LB

IT-417 Buffalo Milk Butter | 10x8oz | $37.89/CS Made with the cream from the production of its widely known sister, Mozzarella Di Bufala, Delitia Buffalo Milk Butter tastes best when consumed plain, on rustic bread or seasonal vegetables as well as in cakes or custards. It is pale porcelain in color with delicately rustic flavors.

IT-416 Butter of Parma | 10x8oz | $37.89/CS This butter, with fragrant and delicate flavor, is produced with pasteurized creams from the cows’ milk collected from Parma and Reggio Emilia Italian family owned farms also supplying milk for Parmigiano Reggiano in compliance with the strictest of standards.

This butter has uniform color, is dense, smooth, and tastes clean.

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Blue Extra creamy Danish Blue has a soft texture, mild nutty aromas with hints of marzipan and the pleasant bitterness of sourdough.

Rich and juicy, it is perfect for everything from grilled foods to grating, as the cooking process rounds off the sharp edges of this unique flavor.

DK-000 Loaf | 1x4.4lb | $6.59/LB DK-006 Wheel | 1x6lb | $6.09/LB

Crafted from a traditional Danish recipe by master cheesemakers, Castello Havarti is a mild and aromatic cheese with just a hint of tanginess.

Soft and creamy, its taste develops even more character as it matures.

Havarti Chunks | 12x8oz | $43.99/CS DK-109 Dill DK-110 Jalapeno DK-111 Caraway DK-113 Herbs & Spices DK-116 Light Plain DK-108 Plain | 12x8oz | $42.99/CS

Apetina Feta in Oil These classic cheese cubes from Denmark are semi-firm and smooth with a rich, milky, slighty salty taste. Savor on its own or crumble on salads or on top of grilled chicken or fish.

DK-127 | 6x5.25oz | $23.59/CS

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Lurpak Butter Made with fresh cream, Lurpak Butter has a legendary subtlety and freshness. It is perfect to mix, fry, drizzle and bake into all kinds of creations. For a delightful seafood dish, try grilled lobster with Lurpak butter.

DK-024 Unsalted DK-027 Salted 20x8oz | $72.99/CS

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une 4th is the single most important food holiday of the year: National Cheese Day! The origins of National Cheese Day are unknown, but some speculate that a shepherd discovered Roquefort cheese on June 4, 1070. Legend says that the shepherd left bread and cheese in a cave and forgot about it. Upon returning a few months later, he discovered that the cheese had become moldy. He decided to try it and realized how much more flavorful and delicious it had become, and thus Roquefort was born.

From French Camembert to Greek Feta, there are over 3,000 varieties of cheeses produced worldwide. Cheeses differ in their aroma, age, texture, taste, mold content, shape, and softness.

The climate, soil, terroir and production methods unique to each region gives cheese its own unique character that can often not be replicated if produced in other parts of the world. The European Union was the #1 worldwide cheese producer in 2020, producing an impressive 10.35 million metric tons of cheese!

This National Cheese Day, we are celebrating the different types of cheese from all around the globe! While there are so many delicious ways to enjoy cheese—melted into a sandwich, alongside accompaniments on a charcuterie board or simply on its own—this holiday is a perfect opportunity to try something new and test out one of these international cheesy dishes!

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Extra Cheesy Polenta

cooking time

35 MIN

IT-019 Asiago DOP Exact Weight Wedge | 8x7oz | $25.09/CS

WHAT 2 cups polenta 1/2 cup shallots, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp butter 3 1/2 cups chicken stock 3 1/2 cups water 1 large pinch baking soda 1 tsp salt 1 cup asiago DOP , grated 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated 1/2 cup basil, minced

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HOW Place a large pot on medium high heat. Add the butter and sauté the shallots and garlic for a couple of minutes.

Add the stock and water to the pot and bring it to a boil.

Once it is boiling add the salt and the baking soda, giving everything a good stir. Pour in the polenta, using a whisk or slotted spoon stir the polenta for a couple of minutes to break up any clumps.

Turn the heat to low and cover for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes stir everything again, cover, and let the polenta cook for another 25 minutes.

While the polenta is cooking shred

the asiago and parmesan cheeses and mince the basil.

When the polenta has finished cooking add the cheese, basil and stir until everything is thoroughly combined.

Remove the pot from the heat and let the polenta stand covered for 10 to 15 minutes.

The polenta will continue to thicken as it rests. The polenta is ready to serve when it has reached your desired thickness.

Spread gorgonzola cheese on top to add a decorative touch.

From Italy JUNE 2021 | 10

serving

Chicken Cordon Bleu

cooking time

15 MIN

FR-1001 Comte le Montarlier President 6months | 7x7.76oz | $34.89/CS

WHAT 2 slices ham, large 1/2 cups president comte, grated 1/3 cups flour 3 1/2 cups chicken stock 1 beaten egg 1 cup breadcrumbs 2 tsp butter salt

2

HOW Slice the chicken breasts along the long side about two thirds of the way through. Open up the chicken breast like a butterfly.

2 chicken breasts

serving

Using a rolling pin, flatten the chicken by pounding and rolling over it.

Repeat with the second breast.

Place a slice of ham that will fit onto one half of each flattened breast, leaving a margin the width of a finger around the edge.

Divide the grated cheese between the two chicken breasts and place it on the ham.

Set out two large plates. Spread the flour over one, the breadcrumbs over the other. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs with salt.

Melt the butter in a frying pan over a medium heat and when it is melted and just beginning to foam add in the chicken presentation side down.

Allow it to sit for 4-5 mins.

Check that the chicken has colored on the cooked side and become golden brown.

Then flip over and continue to cook on the other side.

Baste the chicken as it continues to cook with all of that lovely butter, this helps to prevent the chicken from going dry and also cook evenly.

Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes or until chicken reaches a temperature of 158°F

Dredge one breast with flour, dip into the egg to coat both sides, let the excess run off, and coat with breadcrumbs. Repeat.

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Beemster Vlaskaas Fondue

cooking time

10 MIN

ND-251 Beemster Vlaskaas Quarters | 1x8lb | $8.59/LB

WHAT 3 cups Beemster Vlaskaas, grated 1 tbsp cornstarch 1 clove garlic 1 cup white wine 4 tbsps cognac, brandy salt and pepper to taste ground coriander, for garnish *For dipping: cubed bread (baguette, sourdough, raisin or date-nut bread or a mix), soft pretzels, cubed ham, salami, broccoli, carrots, roasted baby potatoes, apple, pears, grapes, tomatoes

HOW Toss grated Vlaskaas with cornstarch. Set aside.

Crack the garlic clove with heel of hand or knife, but do not completely smash. Rub fondue pot with garlic clove. Discard garlic.

Add wine to fondue pot and bring to a low simmer. Add cheese to fondue pot and stir to melt and dissolve cornstarch (simmer but do not boil). Add cognac/brandy. Season with salt & pepper. Sprinkle with ground coriander and serve.

Tip: For an alcohol-free fondue, replace the wine and cognac with chicken or vegetable broth.

From Netherlands JUNE 2021 | 12

serving

4-6

Croquetas De Manchego

cooking time

20 MIN

serving

12

SP-082 Manchego La Gruta Del Sol 6months | 1x7lb | $8.55/LB

WHAT

HOW

3½oz La Gruta Del Sol Manchego 6 months ½ stick butter 1/2 cup plain flour 1 1/4 cup milk 1 egg, beaten 1 cup fine breadcrumbs 1 cup breadcrumbs pinch of nutmeg black pepper canola or vegetable oil, for frying

Grate the manchego cheese finely, and set aside.

another, and the breadcrumbs into the third.

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter, and add ½ cup of flour all at once. Stir well over the heat, until the flour is totally incorporated into the butter.

Take about 2 tablespoons of the chilled manchego mixture in your hands, and shape into a small sausage. Roll it first into the flour, then the egg, then the breadcrumbs, making sure it is well coated. Continue until all the mixture is used.

Add the milk, a splash at a time, stirring over the heat until each splash is incorporated. Once all the milk is in, turn off the heat, season with the nutmeg and black pepper, and then stir through the cheese.

Scrape out onto a plate and place in the refrigerator for about an hour, to chill completely.

When the mixture is chilled and you're ready to cook, get out three bowls. Place the extra flour into one of the bowls, the beaten egg into

Place about 2 inches of oil in a saucepan, making sure it is no more than a third full. Heat the oil to 350*F. Carefully lower in 2-3 croquetas at a time, and cook until they are very crisp and golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.

Let them drain on some paper, while you continue until all the croquetas are cooked.

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TIPPERARY IRISH CHEDDAR Tipperary Cheddars have exceptional flavor characteristics, combining the purest ingredients with artisan cheese-making expertise and technical skill. The smooth and mild Irish Castle, the Extra Sharp and 2 Year Cheddars are all premium Irish cheeses with world-class pedigrees.

Tipperary’s extensive experience in, and understanding of, the manufacturing and applications of Cheddar cheese ensures continuous quality, taste and consistency.

They are perfect table cheeses, completing any cheese-board and providing the ideal finish to any meal. Tipperary cheeses are also an excellent ingredient in salads, quiches and as a topping for savory baked dishes and added to ready-made meals.

IR-099 Extra Sharp Pre-Cuts 12x7oz | $39.99/CS IR-100 Extra Sharp Loaf 1x10lb | $5.99/LB

Abbey

IR-103 Vintage 2yr Pre-Cuts 12x7oz | $41.19/CS IR-105 Irish Butter Cookies 12x5.29oz | $29.19/CS

IR-102 Irish Castle Pre-Cuts 12x7oz | $39.99/CS

Find ERU Recipes at www.eru.eu/recepten/ ND-400 Spreadable Brie

ND-401 Spreadable Goat Cheese

ND-402 Spreadable Gouda

Flavored Spreadable Gouda

12x3.53oz | $22.89/CS

12x3.53oz | $22.89/CS

12x3.53oz | $22.89/CS

12x3.53oz | $22.89/CS

ND-405 Extra Aged 12x3.53oz | $22.89/CS

This cheese spread is made

ERU cheese spread made from

from real brie and has a creamy,

the best goat’s cheese has a

mild flavor. Tastes delicious

creamy, sweet flavor. Delicious on

ERU makes this cream cheese

on bread or on a cracker with

bread but also great with drinks.

spread from the best Gouda

These cheese spreads give

drinks. Want to try something

You can also cook with ERU

cheeses.

your sandwich or cracker a

new? Make a pasta dish with

Spreadable Goat Cheese. Try it on

delicious on a slice of bread at

smoked salmon and a sauce

a pizza with Parma ham and fresh

breakfast. Or try it on a cracker

using ERU Spreadable Brie.

olives.

for lunch topped with cucumber

ND-404 Red Pepper

slices.

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ND-403 Mustard

This

classic

is

characteristic flavor.

GR-062 Greek Organic Feta Sheep Milk | 12x7oz | $39.99/CS This Authentic Greek Feta is made in Greece from a blend of organic sheep and goats’ milk which has been perfectly matured in brine. Greek Family Farm happy sheep and goats graze freely on biodynamic pastures in the central mountains of Greece with no nasties in sight. It’s no wonder that this Feta is so deliciously rich and creamy!

Fig Spreads | 12x8.5oz | $34.19/CS CRO-100 Original CRO-120 Orange CRO-125 Cocoa CRO-110 Original Bulk | 4x3.53lb | $47.49/CS Savory Spreads | 12x6.7oz | $35.39/CS CRO-200 Black Olive Tapenade CRO-210 Green Olive Tapenade CRO-250 Red Pepper Spread | 12x7.1oz | $34.89/CS

Fruit Spreads | 12x8.5oz | $36.19/CS CRO-128 Plum CRO-160 Sour Cherry CRO-150 Tangerine CRO-220 Quince | 12x7.7oz | $37.69/CS CRO-112 Sour Cherry Bulk | 4x3.53lb | $47.49/CS | Pre-Order Organic Spreads | 12x8.5oz | $39.79/CS CRO-170 Strawberry CRO-180 Apricot CRO-190 Blackberry 12x8.5oz | $38.59/CS CRO-192 Super Berry CRO-193 Organic Rose Hip CRO-194 Organic Hazelnut

Dalmatia's authentic Fig Spread recipe is bold and intense with rich and sweet flavor notes. Every fig is hand-selected for quality, then gently cooked to preserve the essence of fig flavor in every bite!

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CAN BECH QUINCE WITH MADAGASCAR BOURBON VANILLA WINS NEW PRODUCT AWARD AT THE 2021 SPECIALTY FOOD ASSOCIATION SOFI™ AWARDS! Winner of the Best New Fruit Spread, Jam & Jelly Product at the 2021 Specialty Food Association Sofi™ Awards.

Can Bech Just for Cheese Quince with Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla has won the Best New Product in the Fruit Spreads, Jams and Jellies category as part of the Specialty Food Association’s (SFA) 2021 Sofi™ Awards, a top honor in the $158 billion specialty food industry.

Very aromatic and versatile, Quince with Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla is the Just for Cheese sauce to pair with all types of cheese. Made with Vanilla Bourbon from Madagascar, considered one of the highest quality vanillas in the world. It is hand-selected, bean by bean, to preserve its maximum fragrance. Mixed with fresh quince, slowly ripened at its optimum point of ripeness, which provides the natural sweetness of the fruit and an intense flavor.

Can Bech's Just for Cheese is a line of delicious sauces made with internationally sourced fruit, nuts and spices created in small batches to pair with cheese. 100% natural, these sauces are created as Signature Pairings for each category of cheese. The aim of these sauces is to enhance the characteristics of cheese.

Taste and smell are perfectly balanced in all of the Just for Cheese pairings.

Halfway between a jam and a sauce, Can Bech has created a clean flavor profile that won't distract your palate. By using less sugar than a jam, each fruit's natural elements shine through. Brought together with carefully selected spices and nuts, a perfect combination arises.

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Fromager d'Affinois cheeses have been made by Fromagerie Guilloteau for 40 years”.

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Photo courtesy of @ Images et Associes

The story of Fromagerie Guilloteau begins nearly 14 years before the now-famous cheese company’s formation by a French cheese producer named Jean-Claude Guilloteau. Through a key encounter between Guilloteau and scientists for the French National Institute for Agricultural Research (INRA), the creation of the special industrial process called ultrafiltration was developed and successfully patented in 1969. Guilloteau then went on to start his own company, Fromagerie Guilloteau in 1981 with a focus on producing an expanding line of topquality cheeses made exclusively with the ultrafiltration process.

FROMAGER D'AFFINOIS FR-542 Le Petit Fromager | 8x5.29oz | $30.19/CS FR-367 Truffles | 2x4.4lb | $107.49/CS FR-370 Blue | 1x4.4lb | $41.59/CS | Pre-order FR-372 Garlic & Herb | 2x4.4lb | $76.89/CS FR-373 Plain | 2x4.41lb | $72.89/CS FR-515 Chévre (Florette) | 1x2.21lb | $10.99/LB FR-552 Brebis (Rocastin) | 1x2.2lb | $10.19/LB FR-950 Excellence | 1x4.4lb | $40.49/CS SAINT ANGEL FR-889 St. Angel Triple Creme Red Label | 2x1.7lb | $9.19/LB FR-891 St. Angel Blue | 2x1.72lb | $10.29/LB FR-954 Bucheron Goat Log Du Vivarois | 1x2lb | $19.19/CS

Ultrafiltration is a special industrial process in which milk is filtered through a sieve to partially eliminate small molecules such as water, lactose and mineral salts. The mineral salts that are maintained during this process make Fromager d’Affinois (and all Guilloteau cheeses) two to four times richer in calcium than a Brie or Camembert cheese.

The Fromager d’Affinois line of cheeses offer silky, smooth, mouthcoating creaminess and a decadently rich, buttery taste. Made with pasteurized cows’ milk and available in a variety of flavors using only the freshest ingredients, there is a d’Affinois for everyone to adore.

At just five inches square, Saint Angel is a cows’ milk triple cream cheese with incredibly smooth texture and big, buttery flavors that will not go unnoticed. For those craving an even creamier bite, Saint Angel cheeses are the perfect match. With delicate, white bloomy rinds and base flavors of sweet cream and mild mushrooms, each delights with every bite, and becomes even more rich and robust with age.

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Buttermilk Blue Buttermilk Blue is crafted with fresh, local milk and cellar-aged for the creamiest taste and texture. Tangy, yet mellow; this blue is an easy choice for cooking, crumbling or serving on a cheeseboard.

US-599 Aged 2 Months | 1x6lb | $6.69/LB US-600 Aged 6 Months | 2x3lb | $8.69/LB US-601 Moody Blue | 1x6lb | $7.29/LB This small-batch blue is delicately smoked over fruit wood to create subtly smoky undertones.

Beautifully balanced, Moody Blue is excellent on a cheese plate and for cooking with, especially as an addition to creamy condiments.

1x10lb US-281 Sharp Cheddar Yellow | $45.99/CS US-282 Special Reserve X Sharp Yellow Cheddar | $50.99/CS 12x8oz US-284 Sharp Cheddar | $33.19/CS US-289 Medium Cheddar | $30.49/CS US-292 Kosher Medium Cheddar | $30.49/CS US-2994 Makers Reserve 2016 Ex Sharp White Cheddar | $51.69/CS US-2993 Makers Reserve 2015 Ex Sharp White Cheddar | $57.59/CS 12x7oz US-2997 Smoked Medium Deli Cut | $37.19/CS US-299 Cape Meares Cheddar | $38.09/CS US-2991 Smoked Black Pepper White Cheddar | $35.19/CS US-2990 Garlic Chili Pepper Cheddar | $35.19/CS US-2992 Trask Mountain Cheddar | $38.09/CS

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Tillamook cheddars are produced with the highest quality milk from local farms, created in the traditional cheese-making method.

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Yellow Hill Original Butter is a very rich butter, but unlike most butter it is made with live cultures. This multi-day process gives the butter a rich and unique flavor that can actually develop with some aging. This butter is so rich that plain old salt would not do, that’s why they use only sea salt in their cultured butter.

US-1705 | 12x4oz | $25.95/CS Yellow Hill Cinnamon Butter is created by taking the great Yellow Hill Original Butter and adding just the right amount of cinnamon and sugar so it will be enjoyed by butter lovers of all ages.

US-1702 | 12x4oz | $25.95/CS

Try all flavors!

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Yellow Hill Chili Pepper Butter is truly such a treat! Red peppers and cayenne is added to this handcrafted butter. A great addition to any steak,

veggies or pasta.

US-1700 | 12x4oz | $25.95/CS Yellow Hill Garlic and Herb Butter is made with dried basil and garlic.

This butter is a real treat for cooks short on time or fans of Italian bread.

US-1703 | 12x4oz | $25.95/CS Yellow Hill Maple Syrup Butter balances the seet and creamy asoects well and is enjoyed by both kids and grown ups. Use Yellow Hill Maple Syrup Butter on bread, bagels, pancakes, muffins, toast, biscuits or anything you would normally spread jam or pour syrup.

US-1704 | 12x4oz | $25.95/CS Yellow Hill Chocolate Butter is a rich sweet and creamy butter with a smooth flavor. Use it to top of a delicious dessert or snack.

US-1701 | 12x4oz | $25.95/CS

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US-772 Vermont Farmstead Alehouse Cheddar 1x10lb | $7.89/LB

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US-787 Vermont Farmstead Sriracha Maple Windsordale 1x10lb | $8.99/LB

C.

DK-131 Fontina Danish 1x15lb | $5.09/LB

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DK-005 Mycella Blue 2x3lb | $6.19/LB

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FR-851 Le Saint Germain 6x7oz | $39.19/CS

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Brie Couronne 1K 60% | 2x2.2lb | $28.79/CS FR-038 Chives FR-039 Pepper

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FR-317 Le Pico Germain 8x3.5oz | $46.09/CS

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IT-019 Asiago DOP Exact Weight Wedge 8x7oz | $25.09/CS

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SP-499 Idiazabal Smoked Exact Weight 150 Gram 16x5.29oz | $64.69/CS

ROCK-BOTTOM PRICES

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Can Bech Pairings | $20.39/CS SP-770 Raspberries | 12x2.54oz SP-771 Peaches & Apricots | 12x2.36oz SP-772 Golden Apples | 12x2.33oz SP-773 Figs & Macadamia Nuts | 12x2.47oz SP-774 Black Grapes | 12x2.57oz SP-769 Quince Madagascar Vanilla Bourbon |12x2.47oz SP-775 Mixed Assortment | 30x2.47oz | $51.09/CS Just For Cheese is a line of signature pairings especially created for cheese. Fresh cheese requires a subtle pairing to balance with its soft texture.

Nestled in the heart of French Flanders for 23 years, Pâtisserie des Flandres is The French Waffle Expert.

Complementing their long history of creating traditional waffles, wafer-thin crispy crackers, they pride themselves on the innovative recipes and delicious products resulting from intensive Research & Development process, free from coloring and preservatives.

Every tasty cracker is baked in France with traditional know-how and highest quality all natural ingredients making Tresor's Crispy French Crackers irresistible down to the last crunch.

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12x3.3oz | $21.49/CS FR-918 Sea Salt FR-919 Rosemary FR-920 Poppy & Pepper FR-921 Garlic & Herbs FR-922 Olive Oil & Basil FR-923 Whole Grain

NEW! PARSLEY & LEMON FR-026 | 6x5.2oz | $19.99/CS | Pre-order A limited edition mouthwatering combination of savory parsley, zesty lemon and creamy yet crumbly Gournay cheese.

FR-025 Garlic & Herb | 12x5.2oz | $39.99/CS Give your guests something wow-worthy with this delicious blend of delicate garlic, fragrant parsley, and mild chives artfully folded into authentic Gournay Cheese.

FR-030 Pepper | 6x5.2oz | $19.99/CS Derived from a traditional party dish, fromage frais, Boursin cheese combines authentic Gournay Cheese and mouthwatering herbs and spices to create an array of delicious flavors—delicately wrapped in signature foil to preserve freshness and impress your guests.

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Rich Gournay Cheese enhanced with lively black peppercorns that can only be characterized as distinctive and intense.

FR-027 Shallot & Chive | 6x5.2oz | $19.99/CS The subtle taste of French shallots and the robust flavor of chives melded with distinctive Gournay Cheese.

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Inspired by Italy and made in Holland, Pareggio is made from Holland's nutrient-rich grasslands by Dutch artisan cheesemakers, so it's creamy and sweet. The texture is firm with calcium crystallization throughout, while the taste is rich, tangy and savory.

Grate or shred over pasta, polenta, potato, meat and vegetable dishes, into salads, soups and stews or cube for snacks and entertaining, pair with a glass of Pinot Grigio or Chianti Classico.

ND-892 | 1x22lb | $7.59/LB

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US-1159 Quarter Wheels | 2x5lb | $10.59/LB

US-1158 Wedges | 10x4oz | $27.89/CS

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A traditional aged hard cheese with a firm texture. Tasty, balanced and persistent, with great personality.

SP-030 | 2x3lb | $8.49/LB

Bloomy rind, soft cheese with a creamy texture, mild flavor and aromas of truffle, mushrooms and wet pastures that become increasingly complex.

Semi-soft, washed rind and aromatic cheese with PDO. Creamy texture and aromas with notes of nuts, moss and mushrooms.

SP-031 | 2x5.5lb | $8.49/LB

SP-032 | 2x5lb | $8.49/LB | Pre-Order

The rich green lush pastures of the rolling Somerset plains gave birth to the name Cricketer Farm that has lasted more than 70 years. Today the cheddar that carries the Cricketer name, is rich, resonant in flavor, with a long lingering balanced maturity of which the founding fathers would be proud.

UK-961 Scorching Hot | 6x7oz | $23.99/CS

A unique soft blue veined cheese, handmade only by Butlers at Inglewhite Dairy in rural Lancashire.

With a distinctive amber hue, Blacksticks Blue reveals a delicious creamy smooth yet tangy taste.

Adding perfect color to any cheese selection, this very special soft blue cheese is one of a kind -an upbeat British classic that is truly different to other blue cheeses.

UK-200 | 1x5.5lb | $10.59/LB

UK-960 Truffle | 6x7oz | $25.99/CS

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harcuterie has roots in France dating back to 6,000 years ago, based on the necessity to preserve meats to last through the winter months through smoking and salting. It began to rise in popularity during the Middle Ages when people began to enjoy food instead of it solely being eaten as a means to survive. Today, charcuterie is used as an ingredient and recipes and is also served alongside cheese and other accompaniments on cheeseboards.

The beauty of these boards is that they are easy to prepare and completely customizable to satisfy whatever you're craving! To prepare the perfect board, combine your favorite cheeses with crackers, fruit, olives, nuts, and most importantly, charcuterie such as prosciutto, salami or ham. Just add your favorite wine wine and you've got a delicious night in!

Brilliant Bayonne B

ayonne Ham is produced in the Ardour basin in the heart of French Basque Country. This exceptional air-dried ham draws its unique qualities from these roots, while its flavor and character have been assured by the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) since October 7, 1998. Since this date, the Bayonne Ham denomination has been protected by the European Union under the PGI label, a gauge of quality and respect for its geographic origins. Consumers know they can rely on this guarantee, which they have come to value. Today, air-dried ham bearing the Bayonne Ham appellation is among the most widely known. More importantly, it is the ham consumers remain loyal to.

FR-1120 Jambon de Bayonne Sliced 10x3 oz | $48.99/CS FR-958 Jambon De Bayonne Mandoline 1x12lb | $11.89/LB

Although Bayonne Ham is strictly a product from the Southwest of France in terms of production, it is also an authentic reflection of its terroir in the image of the Ardour River basin with its richly varied landscapes and climates between the Pyrenees and the Atlantic.

In summer, the hams are placed in special drying rooms where the long aging process begins. The muscular parts of the ham are carefully covered with a mixture of pork fat and flour, a key procedure called "pannage" (coating). This allows the meat to dry ever so slowly over the course of the long aging process. The final steps of gradual aging comes in autumn, when the ham takes on all its unique qualities and character: its sweet flavor, balanced saltiness and delicate aroma.

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hese salumi are made by a century old method in the Pocono Mountain area.Bellentani’s attention to their raw ingredients and process is exquisite and because of their location they can replicate and enhance the traditional Italian processes.

Salami actually predates ancient Roman times; it was the ideal way for these ancient people to save meat and make it last when times were tough. The Italian terrain, studded with mountains that had cool, dry, high-altitude climates, served as the perfect long-term storage space. The salami could dry out for extended periods of time without rotting.

Bellentani Salumi are made in a near-identical climate in the Pocono Mountains in New York, so there is no need for them to artificially create the aging conditions. Beyond that they believe in making a real product, one that is handmade with high quality ingredients and no artificial additives or coloring.

Savory Salumi Bellentani's Italian-style Salumi Salami Chubs | 12x7oz | $48.79/CS US-480 Tuscan Herb Coated US-482 Italian Dry US-483 Red Pepper Coated US-484 Black Pepper Coated US-485 Salami Chubs Combo Pack | 24x7oz | $97.69/CS US-487 Sliced Prosciutto | 12x3oz | $38.69/CS

All of the salumi are made with locally sourced pork. It is made with a combination of pork meat and fat (only the highest quality fat) that is then minced and mixed in to meat mixture. The pork fat shows up in the final salami as the white pieces dotted throughout. Having the correct meat to fat ratio is crucial in making a good salami, but all of Bellentani salumi are leaner and better for you. At that point, spices and seasonings are added based on the desired final product. Each Bellentani salumi is mixed with spices and stuffed in to casing. At the end of the process they are delicately hand-rolled in spices.

Bellentani has been an existing "super-premium" brand in Italy since 1821.

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uthentic products are something extremely important to Solera across the board. With Solera Chorizo, they wanted to craft a product that was cleaner, more natural and healtheir than other Spanish Chorizos on the market. These are all-natural, antibiotic free that have 17% less salt and 16% more protein than others with a robust flavor that can't be beat.

Solera Chorizo Rings are made with natural casings, meaning pig intestines, which is the traditional way. The final sausage ends up slightly uneven because, like anything in an artificial casing, it cannot be molded into a precise and exact shape. Instead the artisan crafters have general standards for the diameter, but the amount of meat added and the stretching to the casing is not uniform. There is an art to making sausage with natural casing, one that can’t be replicated by a machine.

SOLERA SERRANO HAM SP-106 Thin Sliced | 12x3oz | $54.89/CS SP-107 Mandoline | 1x12lb | $11.59/LB SP-108 Block for Slicing | 1x9.7lb | $13.19/LB SOLERA CHORIZO RINGS | 12x7oz | $60.29/CS US-557 Mild US-558 Hot US-502 Solera Thin Sliced Chorizo | 12x3oz | $37.09/CS

Sizzlin' Solera

Chorizo is a mixture of pork, pork fat, garlic and smoked paprika (DOP Pimenton de la Vera to be exact). It is cured like salami and can be eaten without any further treatment. They are great for crumbling into paella, rice dishes, salads, wraps and scrambled eggs.

Slice them and put in sandwiches.

If you do want to cook them, make sure to just ear quickly on the outside. You don’t want to cook off the interior fat globules, which are a sign of quality and pack a punch of flavor.

Imported from Spain, Solera Serrano Ham is an all natural, drycured ham similar to a Prosciutto di Parma with no added nitrates.

Carefully aged for 14 months in the cool, clean mountain air of lower Pyrenees, creates a Serrano Ham that has a silky texture and a rich full mouthfeel with complex and fruity flavor.

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L’ORIGINAL BRIE

TRADITIONAL BUTTER WITH SEA SALT

MADAME LOÏK WHIPPED CHEESE

L’Original Brie evolves from a soft taste to a very aromatic flavor through ripening. It is a real “Brie de Caractère”, yet made from pasteurized French cow milk.

The Traditional French Butter, with its original oval shape, its typical striations and its delicious Sea Salt Crystals will please the fine gourmet palates.

FR-143 | 1x7lb | $6.69/LB

FR-023 | 20x8.8oz | $67.19/CS

The Madame Loïk Whipped Cheese product range is sensationally smooth and fresh.

Available in a plain recipe with the iconic hand harvested Sea Salt of Guérande, or with Garlic & Fresh Herbs, both variants will delight Fine American Gourmets.

FR-6000 Original | 8x5.29oz | $21.29/CS FR-6001 Garlic & Herb | 8x5.29oz | $24.89/CS

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The Authentic Taste of France Taking « Paysan » for Farmers and, « Breton » for Brittany, Paysan Breton represents products from the western most part of France. The brand was created by our cooperative farmers in 1969: Our recipes, passed down from generation to generation, are an invitation to discover a culinary heritage that combines simplicity with the authentic flavors of Brittany and France. All of our products are free of preservatives, artificial colors and flavors.

More about our brand and products, recipes ideas:

www.paysanbreton.com

Lactalis FRANCE

FR-348 Valbreso Feta Portions 12x7oz | $43.69/CS

FR-1060 Unsalted Butter 500G Tub | 8x17.6oz | $59.69/CS FR-221 Unsalted Butter 250G Tub

FR-1001 Comte De Montarlier Portions 6 Months 7x7.76oz | $34.89/CS JUNE 2021 | 34

| 40x8.8oz | $146.39/CS

FR-346 Feta Loave Valbreso 2x4.5lb | $6.49/LB

FR-215 Butter Bar Salted | 20x7oz | $56.49/CS

FR-350 Feta Mini Tub Valbreso 1x17lb | $6.39/LB

FR-231 Butter Bar Unsalted | 20x7oz | $56.49/CS

FR-347 Feta Tub Valbreso 1x35lb | $6.39/LB

FR-1050 Roquefort Societe Bee Halves 2x3lb | $10.89/LB

FR-439 Madrigal 1x26lb | $6.89/LB

ISTARA FR-500 P'Tit Basque 600G 6x1.25lb | $12.49/LB FR-516 Ossau-Iraty 1x10lb | $11.59/LB

FR-1003 Martin Collet 1K Brie 60% 2x2.2lb | $37.39/LB (pre-order)

From time-honored recipes, Olina's Bakehouse creates truly delicious artisan crackers. Each variety is baked to perfection and distinctively different in both flavor and texture.

Artisan Crackers | 12x3.5oz | $24.29/CS AS-706 Cranberry Sunflower Seed AS-707 Fig & Black Olive Wafer Crackers | 12x3.5oz | $18.09/CS AS-709 Natural AS-708 Gluten Free Natural Simply Seed Flatbreads | 10x3.5oz | $26.99/CS AS-710 Gluten Free Ancient Grains AS-711 Gluten Free Pumpkin Seed

WHEELS ND-250 Lite 2% Slimkaas Gouda | 1x24lb | $7.09/LB ND-257 Aged Gouda 18 Months | 1x24lb | $7.89/LB ND-254 Mustard Seed | 1x9lb | $7.19/LB ND-256 Extra Aged XO Gouda 26 Months | 1x24lb | $9.19/LB ND-249 Vlaskaas | 1x32lb | $7.79/LB ND-259 Premium Goat Gouda | 1x22lb | $8.89/LB ND-273 Hatch | 1x10lb | $7.49/LB QUARTERS ND-277 Aged Gouda 26 Months Quarters | 1x6lb | $9.99/LB ND-251 Vlaskaas Quarters | 1x8lb | $8.59/LB ND-264 Smoked Quarters | 2x7lb | $5.89/LB P R E - C U T W E D G E S | 12x5.3oz ND-284 Paradiso Gouda Reserve Silver Label Pre-cuts | $42.29/CS ND-282 Paradiso Gouda Vintage Black Label Pre-cuts | $39.19/CS ND-268 Vlaskaas Pre-cuts | $42.79/CS ND-267 Classic Aged 18 Months Pre-cuts | $42.19/CS

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EPICURE SPECIALS Fromagerie Milleret $

5 Layer Cheese

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UK-177 | 2x3.3lb FR-326 Valley d’Or

FR-848 P’tit Grey

FR-854 Mon P’tit Creamy

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ND-362 VSOC Platinum Gouda 5 Yr Exact Weight 150G

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FR-069 3K

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ND-156 Wheels

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ND-340 Mocca D’or Coffee Cheese

$

6x4.4oz

Amanti Guacamole Cheese

ND-332 Frysk Hynder Whisky Cheese

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25

Brie d’Amir

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99/CS 12x5.3oz

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ND-160 Exact Weight Pre Cuts

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60/LB 1x7lb

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Kaaslands Kanaal

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FR-094 1K

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48/LB 1x22lb

ND-600 Wheel

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ND-602 Pre-cuts

Raimage Fermier Brie

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Elixia Limonade Artisanale

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Brie De Meaux Style 3K

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SP-011 Tres Leches

$

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98/LB

SP-001 Raw Milk Mahon Aged 3 Months

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SP-090 Rosemary 150G

38 43 38

15/CS

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12x5.3oz

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15/CS

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99/CS

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SP-296 Mature Buffalo Exact Weight Portions

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SP-297 Mature Raw Sheep Exact Weight Portions

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8x6.35oz

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Kynthos Halloumi

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SP-083 Aged 12 Months Raw Milk

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SP-082 Aged 6 Months

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SP-081 Aged 3 Months

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Manchego Wheels

7 8

12x7oz

SP-295 Garrotxa Exact Weight Portions

SP-092 Brandy 150G

$

FR-685 Subtle Lemon FR-686 Wild Strawberry FR-688 Morello Cherry FR-689 Mango

57/CS

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55/CS

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6x750ml

Montbrú

SP-091 Truffle 150G

$

70/CS

US-1590 Rosemary US-1591 Creamy US-1592 Hickory Smoked

58/LB

Sheep’s Milk Wedges

$

12x330ml

FR-671 Subtle Lemon FR-672 Wild Strawberry FR-673 Passionfruit FR-674 Morello Cherry FR-675 Mango

Cady Creek Gouda

La Gruta Del Sol

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SP-084 Aged 12 Months

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96/LB 1x7lb

6

CY-500 Original

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CY-510 Cubed

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04/CS 9x8.8oz

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CY-502 Spicy

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