Have you ever heard the saying “A slice of pie without the cheese is like a kiss without the squeeze” and wonder, are they serious? Us too! Well it turns out that this came from a tradition that originated in England back before apples were sweet (apparently all apples used to be tart — go figure).
Whenever I think about figs, I think back to my childhood and my first Fig Newton … which, to be honest, was not my favorite cookie ever. But as I got older and into the cheese business, I realized that the fig can be so much more — in fact, it’s rather tasty and surprisingly versatile.
So besides "What's your favorite cheese?", the No. 1 question our cheese specialists get asked is, "What kind of cheese would you pair with this wine?". To be honest, pairings are subjective, and what tastes good to one person may not thrill another. But to help, our cheese specialists usually recomend one of two things: Complete opposites (like a sweet wine paired with a salty cheese), or things that are similar (like a light, tangy cheese with a bright, crisp wine).
There are a million great combinations that do not fall within these guidelines, but this is a good place to start. For a sure-fire warm weather favorite, try a fresh chevre (such as one from Laura Chenel or Cypress Grove) with a chilled glass of Sauvignon Blanc (or, if you're feeling adventurous, a dry rosé). Cheers!
Now that things have warmed up a bit, try packing a local, sustainable picnic featuring some of our favorite products from our specialty cheese department
Our cheese trays have everything you need for entertaining with elegance! Our cheeses are arranged on disposable black trays and are served in whole pieces unless otherwise specified. Most cheeses can be cubed or sliced if requested. Guests may also bring their own platter if desired.
If you’re looking for something a little different than what is presented in this brochure, our knowledgeable Cheese Specialists are happy to customize your tray or even walk you through making one of your own at home.
Did you ever wonder how those huge wheels of cheese you see at Nugget become the delicious morsels that practically jump into your grocery cart? Take a tour of Nugget’s Specialty Cheese Department, where you’ll meet Kaelynn Medbery, Nugget’s executive cheese buyer, and find out about our more than 350 varieties of hand-selected, hand-cut, and truly quite delightful cheese.