Whole Foods Market invites shoppers to celebrate the holiday season with the return of its popular 12 Days of Cheese event, running from December 13 through December 24. Handpicked by Whole Foods Market’s Specialty Cheese team, which includes Certified Cheese Professionals (CCPs) recognized by the American Cheese Society for their exceptional knowledge and skills, these distinctive cheeses showcase the best of the best when it comes to high-quality artisanal offerings and are perfect for creating an elevated cheese board or festive spread.
“The holiday season is all about sharing special experiences, and our 12 Days of Cheese lineup brings together the very best of what I love about cheese—its ability to surprise, delight, and spark connection,” said Cathy Strange, Whole Foods Market’s Ambassador of Food Culture and renowned cheese expert. “Each cheese has a story: from rare, exclusive varieties to familiar favorites, every selection is an invitation to explore and savor. We’re thrilled to offer these incredible cheeses at a terrific value that make any holiday table truly unforgettable.”
The 2024 lineup includes exclusive selections crafted just for Whole Foods Market, a diverse range of global offerings from France, Spain, Switzerland, and Italy, as well as standout domestic options like multi-award-winning cheese Uplands Pleasant Ridge Reserve from Wisconsin, and Cowgirl Creamery’s organic Mt. Tam, a rich triple cream from California. Exclusive to Whole Foods Market cheeses include Jasper Hill’s Prosecco-washed Harbison and Sartori's Herbs de Provence, each crafted to add unique flavors to any holiday gathering, a press release shared
This year’s featured cheeses include:
Whole Foods Market’s Specialty Cheese team carefully selects each variety of cheese sold in stores to ensure quality and uniqueness, with hundreds of options available at store cheese counters. All food at Whole Foods Market must meet the company’s rigorous Quality Standards, which prohibit hydrogenated fats, high-fructose corn syrup, and more than 300 flavors, colors, sweeteners and other ingredients commonly found in food. To learn more, click here.
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