The American Cheese Society is launching new Cheese Plates, handpicked by five certified cheese experts. Experts throughout the country were invited to build a cheese plate for the holiday season featuring award-winning cheeses from the 2012 ACS Judging & Competition. One expert, Michele Haram , of Emmi Roth USA, states, “ACS is a celebration of all our wonderful homegrown cheese makers, so I thought it would be fun and fitting to offer pairings with some bubbly.” Each cheese plate includes varieties like goat and aged, highlighting the versatility of American cheese.
Laura Chenel's Chevre has been recognized by the American Cheese Society for its cheese innovations. The creamery took two blue ribbons at this year's ACS- one for its new Mélodie cheese and the other for its Crottin. Lynne Devereux , Marketing Manager, tells DeliMarketTV, "Being recognized by the ACS, and our peers, lets us know that our cheese presents excellent quality, flavor, creativity and that we have done our job well." The items can be found nationally in retailers that include Safeway and select Whole Foods as well as specialty cheese stores and co-ops.
