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Book SynopsisMeet Madame Fromage, aka Tenaya Darlington. A charming, witty, deeply knowledgeable and, above all, passionate caseophile-a fancy way of saying cheese lover-she's here to teach us pretty much everything we need to know about choosing cheese, tasting it, pairing it, and sharing it.
Structured around the concept of eight tasting journeys, Madame Fromage takes us on tours through the cheese world. We skydive into fresh cheeses, like chevres, ricotta, and buffalo mozzarella. Trek through the Alpines, with its Emmentalers and Gruyeres. Go spelunking into stinky cheeses like Taleggio, Pont-l'Eveque, and the rank Langres. Take a geological adventure with aged cheeses, including Parmigiano Reggiano and Manchego, and hop on a blue cheese rock 'n' roll tour-with their piercings and weird markings, these funky gorgonzolas, Roqueforts, and Stiltons are the rock stars of the cheese world. They also pair well with bourbon and elevate a burger, not to mention a wedge salad.
Along the way we learn about pasture-raised animals, spend time with fearless cheesemakers, discover tips on creating next-level boards for every style of cheese. And find a bucket-list of 25 greats readers will want to tick off, one by one. For any curd nerd whose eyes light up at the mere mention of triple crème, it's a journey that can't be missed.
Trade Review“Fun, fascinating, and beautifully written… If you've ever found yourself lost in a cheese shop, Madame Fromage is the perfect guide to help you find your way to cheese nirvana.” —Patrick McGuigan, author of The Philosophy of Cheese
“A worldly romp—the ultimate ‘how to enjoy cheese’ tome.” —Allison Hooper, cofounder, Vermont Creamery
“Tenaya Darlington takes us on a creative journey that captivates and invigorates the palate. She has turned the sometimes daunting world of cheese into something fun and exciting!” —Joe Beddia, author of Pizza Camp
"Madame Fromage has been my cheese guru for years—I am one of her “curd nerds”—and Tenaya's new book may be her best yet. Informative, thorough, with gorgeous illustrations. But the real thrill here is the wonderful writing, the way Tenaya’s descriptions bring these cheeses to life. This is cheese writing on the level with great wine or travel writing. No one writes about cheese better than Tenaya does." —Jason Wilson, author of Godforsaken Grapes and Boozehound, and creator of the Everyday Drinking newsletter.
"Fun, fascinating, and beautifully written… If you've ever found yourself lost in a cheese shop, Madame Fromage is the perfect guide to help you find your way to cheese nirvana."
—Patrick McGuigan, author of The Philosophy of Cheese
"A worldly romp—the ultimate ‘how to enjoy cheese’ tome."
—Allison Hooper, cofounder, Vermont Creamery
"Tenaya Darlington takes us on a creative journey that captivates and invigorates the palate. She has turned the sometimes daunting world of cheese into something fun and exciting!"
—Joe Beddia, author of Pizza Camp
"Madame Fromage has been my cheese guru for years—I am one of her “curd nerds”—and Tenaya's new book may be her best yet. Informative, thorough, with gorgeous illustrations. But the real thrill here is the wonderful writing, the way Tenaya’s descriptions bring these cheeses to life. This is cheese writing on the level with great wine or travel writing. No one writes about cheese better than Tenaya does."
—Jason Wilson, author of Godforsaken Grapes and Boozehound, and creator of the Everyday Drinking newsletter
Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION: DELICIOUS ADVENTURE AWAITS!
PART ONE: DISCOVER
Template for a Great Cheese Board
The Secret to Great Cheese
Craft Cheese vs. Kraft Cheese
A Brief History of Cheesemaking
The Creative Evolution of Cheese
How Cheese Is Made
All About Milk
Cheese Anatomy
PART TWO: EXPLORE
ADVENTURE 1: Skydive into Fresh Cheese
ADVENTURE 2: Soft-Ripened Safari
ADVENTURE 3: Stinky Cheese Spelunking Tour
ADVENTURE 4: A Transatlantic Cheddar Crossing
ADVENTURE 5: Alpine Cheese Trek
ADVENTURE 6: Geological Adventures in Aged Cheese (with Crystals!)
ADVENTURE 7: Smoked, Truffled, Herby, Spiced— A Field Trip Through Flavors
ADVENTURE 8: Rock ’n’ Roll Blue Cheese Bus Tour
PART THREE: ENTERTAIN
Shopping for Cheese
How to Taste Cheese Like a Pro
Fifty Must-Try Cheeses
How to Care for Your Cheeses at Home
Sharing and Serving Cheese
Top Tips for Pairing Cheese and Drink
The Lactic Lexicon
PART FOUR: KEEP LEARNING
Why Cheese Travel?
Cheese Festivals and Happenings
Exploring Artisan Cheesemakers Around the United States
Cheesemaking Classes and Experiences
Twenty Wild Cheeses to Explore Around the World
