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“Simple Tips for Storing Your Artisanal Cheese”

   
 
  • Try to use within 10 days of purchase. This way you can enjoy it at peak flavor, particularly the softer cheeses. It is better to buy a little and return often than to battle to keep your cheese fresh. Most of our cheeses come wrapped in butcher’s paper. For optimal storage, keep your cheese wrapped in the paper or packaging in which it was delivered. NEVER USE PLASTIC STORAGE BAGS OR WRAP TO STORE YOUR CHEESE.
   
 
  • Cheese must breathe a little. The worst thing for cheese is dry, circulating air; so place paper-wrapped cheese into a wooden (or cardboard) box, before placing into the refrigerator. This will prevent over-drying. You can also place in the vegetable drawer of your refrigerator. If properly stored, most cheeses will last several weeks. As a general rule, aged hard cheeses will last longer than softer, fresher types.