Beyond the Cheese Board: 5 Gourmet Cheeses Every Food Lover Should Try

A cheese board doesn’t just a treat for great cheese and different flavours but, it is also a great way to explore different cheese combinations as well. Whether, it’s Brie Cheese, Gouda Cheese or Cheddar cheese, a cheese board actually provides a great treat of bringing it all together at on one platter. Where Brie cheese adds that better balance with crackers and fruits, the Cheddar cheese balances the flavour with slightly nutty taste. The cold cuts and additional fruits and crackers add a variety of flavours together added with exotic cheese. Not to miss the exotic stuffed olives adds a mediterranean flavour to the best gourmet cheese, when put together on a platter. And the condiments and jams add a sweet taste to make it a treat for all. It’s amazing how cheese board presents all the different flavours on one single platter and has something to offer to everyone.

Where one tends to enjoy the classic gourmet cheese on the cheese platter, there are still many exotic cheese that every cheese lover should try. So, here are five gourmet cheeses that one should definitely try:

Pecorino Cheese

Pecorino Cheese is a Roman cheese which comes all the way from Italy. It is hard cheese which is made from Sheep’s milk. It is creamy and buttery when melted or cooked. The famous Pasta carbonara uses Pecorino cheese to give the creamy buttery cheese texture which elevates the taste to the next level. It is majorly used in Pastas and Italian cuisine. It is a must try cheese for any cheese lover.

For a cheese-focused meal, pair Pecorino with pasta, crackers, fruit or other items on a well-balanced cheese pairing platter.

Manchego Cheese

Manchego cheese is a firm cheese which comes with its own nutty flavour which makes it stand out amongst the other cheeses. It comes from Spain and has unique outer covering in a brown colour. The more aged the cheese is, more caramelized taste and texture it has. People often like it because of the nutty flavour. It can be enjoyed a starter or snack along with olives, dry fruits or fruits. One should try this cheese for its unique flavour.

People often like it because of the nutty flavour. It can be enjoyed a starter or snack along with olives, dry fruits or fruits. One should try this cheese for its unique flavour.

Gruyere Cheese

Gruyere cheese is a Swiss cheese which has the perfect blend of sweet and nutty flavour together. The moment you taste the cheese it comes across as a mixed flavour treat specially for cheese lovers that what makes it stand out. It is famously used in the French onion soup. It is also used in Gourmet sandwiches and gratins. One can also enjoy with some fruits, crackers or even dry fruits to add that extra crunch.

One can also enjoy with some fruits, crackers or even dry fruits to add that extra crunch.

Parmesan Cheese

Parmesan cheese, also known as Parmigiano Reggiano. Parmesan cheese is an Italian cheese. It is famous and known for its nutty umami rich flavour which adds that punch to any dish its added to. It firm and granular when sliced. One needs to grate the cheese to enjoy its true flavour. Apart from using it for pasta, it is also graded and eaten with grapes, pears along with balsamic glaze.

Apart from using it for pasta, it is also graded and eaten with grapes, pears along with balsamic glaze.

Burrata Cheese

Burrata cheese is a rich creamy cheese which is made from fresh cow’s milk. What makes it unique is it variety in texture and rich creamy taste. It comes with outer covering of mozzarella with a stracciatella, the soft creamy cheese curd mixed with rich cream, which makes it a fluid heavy cream like texture. It comes with mild sweetness along with the rich texture. It is used mainly, in pizza or with baked vegetables with some condiments on the side.

It is used mainly, in pizza or with baked vegetables with some condiments on the side. For more information, read Burrata vs Mozzarella: What's the Difference?

Explore Gourmet Cheese at Debon Gourmet

Debon foods from Debon Gourmet offer a great variety of exotic cheese from all over the world under one roof. Their variety of gourmet cheese will blow your mind. Apart, from the classic cheese they offer the exotic and rare find cheese as well which makes it a perfect destination to shop your gourmet cheese. Home delivery also available.

Summary

A cheese board is more than just a beautiful platter, it brings together a delightful mix of textures, flavours and pairings, from creamy Brie and Burrata to nutty Gouda and Cheddar, complemented by cold cuts, fruits, crackers, olives, condiments and jams. For those looking to explore beyond the familiar, gourmet cheeses such as Pecorino, Manchego, Gruyere, Parmesan and Burrata offer distinctive flavours ranging from rich and buttery to nutty, caramelised and umami-rich. Whether paired with fresh fruits and nuts, enjoyed with crackers, or used to elevate pastas, soups, pizzas and gourmet dishes, these cheeses offer something unique for every food lover. With a wide selection of exotic and gourmet cheeses available under one roof, Debon Gourmet makes it easy to discover new flavours and create an indulgent cheese experience at home.

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Akanksha Rajora