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THE BEST PLACES IN THE WORLD TO VACATION IF YOU LOVE CHEESE


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By Andrea Romano March 08, 2018
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Reggio Emilia, Italy

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Is there anything better than cheese? After all, cheese pretty much goes with
everything. It’s amazing on bread, with fruit and with vegetables, with pasta,
with chocolate, with wine or beer, or even just on its own.

And the best thing about cheese, besides that it simply exists, is that there
are so many varieties, made all over the world. You can get a mild Brie in
France, a flavorful goat cheese in Tuscany, or a pungent (dare we say, stinky)
blue cheese in Asturias that’ll knock your socks off (or at least smell like
them). Many cheeses can be found in particular places around the world, where
cheesemongers have been perfecting their craft for generations.

Related:Gordon Ramsay’s Favorite Place to Travel Is One You’ve Never Heard Of

Who wouldn’t want the perfect excuse to roam around France, eating every morsel
of Camembert, Brie and Beaufort in their sight? Or around Italy, where you can
sample gorgonzola, pecorino romano, and classic parmesan. There are also the
cheese markets of Amsterdam, cheesy excursions in Spain, and the actual town of
Cheddar for some real-deal cheddary goodness. (And if you want to stay
state-side, don’t worry. There are plenty of places to visit in the United
States as well.)

Cheesy travelers might be reaching for their passports when they read about
these amazing cheeses — and the destinations that created them.
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BORDEAUX, FRANCE

Village Of Saint-Emilion in Bordeaux vineyards

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France is a cheese utopia, and some of the world’s best cheeses come from
Bordeaux. Not only are there are tons of varieties of cheese shops you can go to
such as Le Chèvre-Feuille, a factory specializing in rich goat cheeses, but also
Baud et Millet, a tiny cheese restaurant inside a cave.


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NORMANDY, FRANCE

Normandy France Camembert

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Normandy is the home of the creamiest French cheese around: Camembert. You can
visit the Cheese Museum, which is built in the shape of a Camembert cheese wheel
and the President Farm, where you can eat plenty of fresh cheese and learn
everything about Camembert, from its historical beginnings to the cheesemaking
process.




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THE FRENCH ALPS

The French Alps

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Along the borders of France, Switzerland and Italy, you’re bound to discover
some delicious cheeses, like Reblochon, Beaufort, Abondance, Bleu de Sassenage,
and Tomme de Savoie. Plus you can enjoy them while admiring the gorgeous views.


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ASTURIAS, SPAIN

Cabrales Cheese Cave

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This part of Spain is often called “El Pais de los Quesos” (Land of Cheese). The
most popular cheese from this region is a strongly flavored cheese called Queso
de Cabrales. Cheese lovers can even discover all there is about this famous
cheese though a special foundation dedicated to the historical and cultural
importance of Cabrales.




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LA MANCHA, SPAIN

La Mancha Spain

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La Mancha isn’t only the home of Don Quixote, it’s also the home of the most
famous Spanish cheese: Manchego. The buttery cheese from the milk of Manchega
sheep that is herded in the provinces of Toledo, Cuenca, Ciudad Real, and
Albacete.


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SARDINIA, ITALY

Bosa, Sardinia

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You can find just about any type of Italian cheese in Sardinia from pecorino to
blue cheese. But what makes Sardinian cheese special (and maybe a little risky)
is an illegal cheese made with live maggots called casu marzu.


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PAGAZZANO, ITALY

Pagazzano, Italy

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Lovers of pungent cheese should definitely go to Pagazzano, home of gorgonzola.
One of the best companies producing the traditional Italian cheese, Arrigoni, is
definitely worth a try.


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REGGIO EMILIA

Reggio Emilia, Italy

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Ever wondered where you got your favorite cheese that practically goes great
with everything? We’re talking about parmesan, or Parmigiano-Reggiano. Turns
out, it was created in the Middle Ages in the Italian province of Reggio Emilia,
and it’s a must-go for cheese lovers.




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SOMERSET, SOUTH WEST ENGLAND

Somerset South West England

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Cheddar doesn’t come in a Mac ‘n’ Cheese box or a Cheez-Whiz jar. It comes
literally from the town of Cheddar in South West England, where the famous
Cheddar Gorge Cheese Company are the only cheesemakers left in town producing
the deliciously sharp snack.


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GRUYERES, SWITZERLAND

Switzerland, Canton of Fribourg, Gruyeres

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Where else are you going to find good gruyere other than Gruyeres? The little
medieval town has been making the cheese that’s perfect for pairing with your
favorite fruits for centuries.


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TORJULVAGEN, NORWAY

Kraftkar cheese from Tingvollost

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The best cheese in the world (no, really) is a strong blue cheese variety called
Kraftkar and it was originally made in the Norwegian town of Torjulvagen only as
far back as 2004. At the 2016 World Cheese Awards in San Sebastián, Kraftkar was
selected "World Champion" (all categories).


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THE NETHERLANDS

Alkmaar Cheese Market The Netherlands

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If you want to hit up the best cheese markets Europe has to offer, you have to
go to the Netherlands. At these medieval markets, you can find cheese of all
varieties, including Edam and Gouda. Or you can stop at the Alkmaar Cheese
Market in Waagplein Square.




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CALIFORNIA ARTISAN CHEESE FESTIVAL

California Artisan Cheese Festival

Credit: Courtesy of California Artisan Cheese Festival

And you don’t have to go all the way to Europe for good cheese. You can find of
delicious domestic varieties in the U.S. as well. California hosts an artisan
cheese festival every Spring that draws all kind of cheesemongers across the
country.


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MADISON, WISCONSIN

Fromagination, Madison, Wisconsin

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Naturally, you have to go to Wisconsin for the cheddar. And while you’re there,
stop by Fromagination in Madison, where you can sample types of cheese, enjoy
tastings (including melty cheese raclettes), learn about cheesemongery, take
home cheese baskets, and more.


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CABOT, VERMONT

Cabot, Vermont

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Cabot is home to quite possibly America’s most famous cheese maker: Cabot
Creamery. The dairy farm is famous for its white, extra sharp cheddar that you
can find while walking down the aisle at pretty much any grocery store, but you
can also visit the creamery to get a tour.


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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA

French Market New Orleans

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This Southern city may not be the first one you think about when it comes to
cheese, but it does have quite a few amazing markets with an impressive spread
of artisanal foods, including cheese. Stop at the French Market outdoor bazaar
or St. James Cheese Company while you’re in the Big Easy.




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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA

Reading Terminal Market Philadelphia Pennsylvania

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This isn’t about Philly Cheese Steaks. Philadelphia not only has a huge array of
amazing restaurants (where you can find plenty of cheese) but you can also stop
at the Reading Terminal Market, with it’s several cheese shops.


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TORONTO, CANADA

Saint Lawrence Market Facade in Old Toronto

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Maybe America’s neighbor to the North isn’t famous for its cheese, but it is
famous for having lots of great places to eat and shop, including the . The
impressive farmer’s market not only has plenty of organic foods, but also lots
of quality cheeses.


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OAXACA, MÉXICO

Oaxaca México

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Are you a fan of Oaxaca, the mild and salty cheese that makes pretty much all
Mexican food go from tasty to all-out delicious? Just like mozzarella, Oaxaca is
sold in little balls and can be found at lots of Mexican food stands and
restaurants. Plus, you will be tempted to take some home.


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PAG ISLAND, CROATIA

Pag Island Croatia

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The hard and salty Paški Sir cheese comes from sheep cultivated on this little
island near Croatia who graze all day near the salty shores and are milked every
couple of days. The island is a paradise for cheese lovers.




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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA

Adelaide, Australia

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While you’re Down Under, you absolutely need to try the best cheese Australia
has to offer. Woodside Cheese Wrights offers a huge variety of cow and goat
cheeses. Their cheeses also also crafted by hand and are available according to
the season.


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1 OF 21 BORDEAUX, FRANCE

France is a cheese utopia, and some of the world’s best cheeses come from
Bordeaux. Not only are there are tons of varieties of cheese shops you can go to
such as Le Chèvre-Feuille, a factory specializing in rich goat cheeses, but also
Baud et Millet, a tiny cheese restaurant inside a cave.


2 OF 21 NORMANDY, FRANCE

Normandy is the home of the creamiest French cheese around: Camembert. You can
visit the Cheese Museum, which is built in the shape of a Camembert cheese wheel
and the President Farm, where you can eat plenty of fresh cheese and learn
everything about Camembert, from its historical beginnings to the cheesemaking
process.




3 OF 21 THE FRENCH ALPS

Along the borders of France, Switzerland and Italy, you’re bound to discover
some delicious cheeses, like Reblochon, Beaufort, Abondance, Bleu de Sassenage,
and Tomme de Savoie. Plus you can enjoy them while admiring the gorgeous views.


4 OF 21 ASTURIAS, SPAIN

This part of Spain is often called “El Pais de los Quesos” (Land of Cheese). The
most popular cheese from this region is a strongly flavored cheese called Queso
de Cabrales. Cheese lovers can even discover all there is about this famous
cheese though a special foundation dedicated to the historical and cultural
importance of Cabrales.




5 OF 21 LA MANCHA, SPAIN

La Mancha isn’t only the home of Don Quixote, it’s also the home of the most
famous Spanish cheese: Manchego. The buttery cheese from the milk of Manchega
sheep that is herded in the provinces of Toledo, Cuenca, Ciudad Real, and
Albacete.


6 OF 21 SARDINIA, ITALY

You can find just about any type of Italian cheese in Sardinia from pecorino to
blue cheese. But what makes Sardinian cheese special (and maybe a little risky)
is an illegal cheese made with live maggots called casu marzu.


7 OF 21 PAGAZZANO, ITALY

Lovers of pungent cheese should definitely go to Pagazzano, home of gorgonzola.
One of the best companies producing the traditional Italian cheese, Arrigoni, is
definitely worth a try.


8 OF 21 REGGIO EMILIA

Ever wondered where you got your favorite cheese that practically goes great
with everything? We’re talking about parmesan, or Parmigiano-Reggiano. Turns
out, it was created in the Middle Ages in the Italian province of Reggio Emilia,
and it’s a must-go for cheese lovers.




9 OF 21 SOMERSET, SOUTH WEST ENGLAND

Cheddar doesn’t come in a Mac ‘n’ Cheese box or a Cheez-Whiz jar. It comes
literally from the town of Cheddar in South West England, where the famous
Cheddar Gorge Cheese Company are the only cheesemakers left in town producing
the deliciously sharp snack.


10 OF 21 GRUYERES, SWITZERLAND

Where else are you going to find good gruyere other than Gruyeres? The little
medieval town has been making the cheese that’s perfect for pairing with your
favorite fruits for centuries.


11 OF 21 TORJULVAGEN, NORWAY

The best cheese in the world (no, really) is a strong blue cheese variety called
Kraftkar and it was originally made in the Norwegian town of Torjulvagen only as
far back as 2004. At the 2016 World Cheese Awards in San Sebastián, Kraftkar was
selected "World Champion" (all categories).


12 OF 21 THE NETHERLANDS

If you want to hit up the best cheese markets Europe has to offer, you have to
go to the Netherlands. At these medieval markets, you can find cheese of all
varieties, including Edam and Gouda. Or you can stop at the Alkmaar Cheese
Market in Waagplein Square.




13 OF 21 CALIFORNIA ARTISAN CHEESE FESTIVAL

And you don’t have to go all the way to Europe for good cheese. You can find of
delicious domestic varieties in the U.S. as well. California hosts an artisan
cheese festival every Spring that draws all kind of cheesemongers across the
country.


14 OF 21 MADISON, WISCONSIN

Naturally, you have to go to Wisconsin for the cheddar. And while you’re there,
stop by Fromagination in Madison, where you can sample types of cheese, enjoy
tastings (including melty cheese raclettes), learn about cheesemongery, take
home cheese baskets, and more.


15 OF 21 CABOT, VERMONT

Cabot is home to quite possibly America’s most famous cheese maker: Cabot
Creamery. The dairy farm is famous for its white, extra sharp cheddar that you
can find while walking down the aisle at pretty much any grocery store, but you
can also visit the creamery to get a tour.


16 OF 21 NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA

This Southern city may not be the first one you think about when it comes to
cheese, but it does have quite a few amazing markets with an impressive spread
of artisanal foods, including cheese. Stop at the French Market outdoor bazaar
or St. James Cheese Company while you’re in the Big Easy.




17 OF 21 PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA

This isn’t about Philly Cheese Steaks. Philadelphia not only has a huge array of
amazing restaurants (where you can find plenty of cheese) but you can also stop
at the Reading Terminal Market, with it’s several cheese shops.


18 OF 21 TORONTO, CANADA

Maybe America’s neighbor to the North isn’t famous for its cheese, but it is
famous for having lots of great places to eat and shop, including the . The
impressive farmer’s market not only has plenty of organic foods, but also lots
of quality cheeses.


19 OF 21 OAXACA, MÉXICO

Are you a fan of Oaxaca, the mild and salty cheese that makes pretty much all
Mexican food go from tasty to all-out delicious? Just like mozzarella, Oaxaca is
sold in little balls and can be found at lots of Mexican food stands and
restaurants. Plus, you will be tempted to take some home.


20 OF 21 PAG ISLAND, CROATIA

The hard and salty Paški Sir cheese comes from sheep cultivated on this little
island near Croatia who graze all day near the salty shores and are milked every
couple of days. The island is a paradise for cheese lovers.




21 OF 21 ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA

While you’re Down Under, you absolutely need to try the best cheese Australia
has to offer. Woodside Cheese Wrights offers a huge variety of cow and goat
cheeses. Their cheeses also also crafted by hand and are available according to
the season.

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10 of 21 Gruyeres, Switzerland

11 of 21 Torjulvagen, Norway

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