{"id":8056,"date":"2024-08-06T12:36:45","date_gmt":"2024-08-06T16:36:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cheeselover.ca\/?p=8056"},"modified":"2024-08-15T03:32:20","modified_gmt":"2024-08-15T07:32:20","slug":"ontario-cheese-festivsl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cheeselover.ca\/index.php\/2024\/08\/06\/ontario-cheese-festivsl\/","title":{"rendered":"Cheese festival returns to Prince Edward County"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Artisan Ontario cheese\u2014in all its delicious manifestations\u2014will be in the spotlight at the new Ontario Cheese Festival.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Alleluia, a cheese festival is returning to Prince Edward County!<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Ontario Cheese Festival will take place September 28 in Picton, Ontario, showcasing delicious cheese and tasty artisan foods from leading producers across the province.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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There is nothing like a cheese festival for sampling and purchasing the best in artisan cheese.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Taste and buy the best in cheese made from cow, sheep, goat and water buffalo milk, plus wine, cider, craft beer and spirits, and jams, honey, charcuterie, pickles and more.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Learn about artisan cheese at tutored tastings conducted by outstanding cheese educators. Discover what pairs best with which cheese.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ontario Cheese Festival is the brainchild of Patricia McDermott, owner of Agrarian Market<\/a> in Picton since 2012 and operator of farmers markets<\/a> in the County for the last 15 years.<\/p>\n

“After starting my cheese shop in Bloomfield in the County over 10 years ago, and attending The Great Canadian Cheese Festival, I knew I wanted to bring my love of cheese to more people. I\u2019ve supported the local food movement for over a decade and this event is the next logical step. \u00a0With the support of the Dairy Farmers of Ontario, we are excited to bring you the Ontario Cheese Festival, a celebration of Ontario cheese and dairy.”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

\"\"The festival will unfold at The Cape<\/a>, a meticulously restored landmark a short walk from Picton\u2019s Main Street. The sprawling Georgian manor was built in 1863 as a private residence. While it was owned by an American railway tycoon, the residence greeted Prime Ministers and dignitaries. Today, The Cape, with its stunning fa\u00e7ade, spacious grounds, reception rooms, veranda, ballroom and extensive garden, serves as a magnificent event space.<\/p>\n

More than 50 exhibitors and vendors are expected for the festival, including many of Ontario\u2019s leading cheese producers. Among the first to sign up:<\/p>\n

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Wildwoood made by Stonetown Artisan Cheese.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u2014Stonetown Artisan Cheese<\/a> of St. Marys, makers of handcrafted Alpine-style cheeses;<\/p>\n

\u2014Mountainoak Cheese<\/a> of New Hamburg, makers of award-winning Gouda and other European-style cheeses;<\/p>\n

\u2014Empire Cheese & Butter Co-operative<\/a> of Campbellford, makers of award-winning cheddars since the 1876;<\/p>\n

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A selection of cheese made by Upper Canada Cheese Company.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u2014Upper Canada Cheese Company<\/a> of Jordan Station, makers of small-batch artisan cheese made exclusively with the milk of Guernsey cows;<\/p>\n

\u2014<\/em>Bushgarden Farmstead Cheese\u00a0<\/a>of Elgin, where Nigel Smith uses raw milk from his own herd of cows to make cheese;<\/p>\n

\u2014Golspie Dairy<\/a> of Oxford County near Woodstock, dairy farming since 1874, making fresh milk British-style cheese since 2022.<\/p>\n