Modern Monger - Lessons From Behind The Cheese Counter

Alex Jones
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Step behind the counter and into the world of artisan cheese. Hosted by ACS Certified Cheese Professional and your favorite cheese monger, Alex. Explore the craft, culture and curiosity of cheese - from how it's made, to how it's sold, to how you can enjoy it at home with friends and family. We will also take an expanded look at the world of cheese and learn what it takes to create a perfect pairing, how to build a charcuterie board like a pro, and how to select a wine for every occasion. If you're into cheese, let Modern Monger help grow your knowledge and passion for all things cheesy! https://linktr.ee/modernmonger Intro and outro music is "All of Me" by Marbin

  1. 4d ago

    National Cheese Day

    Hello there! Come celebrate National Cheese Day the right way, by eating cheese of course! Build your own cheese board from your favorites, or follow along with me as I lay out my top picks for cheeses this cheese day.

    9 min

  2. May 21

    The Original Foodies: Monks

    This episode we look at monks and monasteries and why they were so important in creating the modern food scene. With all they did for beer, wine, and especially cheese, these ancient and highly educated foodies helped create tried and true methods for making some of the greatest food that humans have ever enjoyed. All that and more on this weeks episode of the Modern Monger!

    20 min

  3. May 8

    May = American Cheese Month

    This week we celebrate American Cheese Month by looking at the history of cheese in America. We look at a few American originals, and a few people and companies that helped push artisan cheese making into the modern world. Come and celebrate with us this May and every May moving forward by eating plenty of American made cheeses!

    17 min

  4. Apr 24

    Protected Cheeses: AOC, DOP, And PDO Designations Explained

    For the Modern Monger Podcast's 20th episode, we look at what being a protected cheese means. We talk about the difference between protected named cheese and their non-protected counterparts. In this episode we also touch on how reading a cheese label might feel reminiscent of reading a wine label.

    17 min

  5. Apr 17

    What Is Wine?

    This week we talk about one of the largest pillars of cheese pairing foods.. wine! Find out how grapes are grown, what makes a grapevine flourish, and learn the difference between aroma and bouquet. Plus get some cheese and charcuterie pairings for different wine types.

    30 min

  6. Apr 9

    What Is Charcuterie?

    This week on the Modern Monger we talk meat! In this intro episode to the world of charcuterie we talk about what the word charcuterie even means, why is it so popular, and why there is a big difference between a cheese board and a charcuterie board. We also touch on the similarities of charcuterie and cheese origins, and why the two can always find a home paired with each other on any board or table.

    28 min

  7. Mar 26

    What Are The Most Difficult Cheeses to Make?

    This week we talk about what it means when a cheese is difficult. Whether it is difficult to make, difficult to find, to eat, or to even pronounce, some cheeses are just a little trickier than others. Dive in and explore some of the most interesting cheeses you may or may not have heard about before in this weeks episode of the Modern Monger.

    25 min

  8. Mar 19

    Popular Cheese Trends of The Last Century

    This week we talk about some of the most popular ways to eat cheese from the last hundred years or so. Listen and find out how the rise of social media channels dedicated to cheese has changed how we look at food forever. Plus find out why fondue sets became such a common wedding present.

    20 min
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Step behind the counter and into the world of artisan cheese. Hosted by ACS Certified Cheese Professional and your favorite cheese monger, Alex. Explore the craft, culture and curiosity of cheese - from how it's made, to how it's sold, to how you can enjoy it at home with friends and family. We will also take an expanded look at the world of cheese and learn what it takes to create a perfect pairing, how to build a charcuterie board like a pro, and how to select a wine for every occasion. If you're into cheese, let Modern Monger help grow your knowledge and passion for all things cheesy! https://linktr.ee/modernmonger Intro and outro music is "All of Me" by Marbin

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