Award-winning cheesemakers including Doddington to come together at North East event
Jesmond cheesemonger grate brings Britain and Ireland’s best cheesemakers to Newcastle for a one-day celebration in October.
Hosted by award-winning cheesemonger Moz Murphy and MC’d by international cheese judge Carlos Yescas, the event takes place on Sunday, October 4 at Summerhill Bowling Club, Winchester Terrace, from 10am to 3pm.
Tickets are £5 per person and must be booked in advance through Eventbrite.
Visitors will be able to talk to the makers behind well known names including Baron Bigod, Blackmount, Doddington and Shepherd’s Purse, hear about the history and craft behind each cheese, and learn how it is actually made.
Local producers taking part include Newcastle Cocktail Kitchen, Northumbrian Pantry and Belly of the Beast.
Grate owner Moz Murphy said: "The best part of running a cheese shop is watching someone try something they were sure they wouldn’t like. This is a whole day of that, and a chance to meet the people who actually make the cheese we sell.”
Carlos Yescas, international cheese judge and co-author of One Cheese to Rule Them All, will interview the makers throughout the day and sign copies of his book.
He said: “The North East has never had an event like this, where multiple award-winning cheesemakers are sampling their products and sharing their personal stories under one roof. I am so excited to welcome them to Newcastle and introduce them to the turophiles of the city and region.
“I hope people come join us and take an opportunity to learn more about exceptional cheese made in the British Isles.”