Blue cheese is loved the world over for its distinctive sharp, salty flavor and intense aromatic qualities. This cheese adds an amazing dimension of flavor and a uniquely sharp and creamy dimension to anything from dressings and soups to sauces and salads. At Gourmet Food World, we are proud to be bringing you one of the finest assortments of blue cheeses, sourced from around the world. Explore our fantastic range of varieties below and start adding the tantalizing tang of blue cheese to all your favorite dishes today!
Made from any kind of milk, you’ll find blue cheese in cow, sheep, goat, even buffalo forms. Though the milk used to make the cheese affects the flavor of the finished cheese to a certain extent, the through-line of these cheeses, and the reason they all boast similar characteristics, is that they are all inoculated with the same form of mold: Penicillium roqueforti. The signature blue veins that marble the interior of the cheese are formed through a method called “needling.” Needling is the process where stainless steel rods are stabbed through the rounds of cheese. This allows oxygen into the wheels, promoting the growth of mold and giving blue cheese a softer, more open texture. Low in fat and high in several essential nutrients including, calcium, phosphorus, and protein. Blue cheese is positively brimming with health benefits, making it not only the delicious choice but the health-conscious one.
A true favorite all around the world, each country seemingly has its interpretation of this fantastic variety of cheese. From the famous French Roquefort to Italian Gorgonzola and British Stilton, they range in intensity and texture, but all of them have one thing in common: they are each extraordinarily delicious! With their striking appearance, fantastic taste, and bold aromatic characteristics, blue cheese is the perfect addition to your next cheese tray or charcuterie board!