Jonah: The Cheese Scientist

Can You Eat Mouldy Cheese?

Are you wondering whether you can eat mouldy cheese? Well, in many ways, cheese in mould. And if you have eaten cheese, you’ve eaten mould.

You’ve seen this pattern before on cheese right? But what actually is light oxidation of cheese? Read on to find how what this common fault is.

Back in the day, it was used to keep the flies away. Read on if you want to know why, in this day and age, there is ash in your cheese.

Why does goat cheese taste “goaty”? Discover the science behind goat cheese flavour, from tangy fresh chèvre to bold aged goat cheeses.

To make cheese you need milk, salt, culture and rennet. Read on to learn about the role of rennet in cheesemaking.

Ever wondered why Mozzarella is so stretchy? Read on to learn about the unique technique used by Italian artisans to make this cheese.

Are you ready? These 5 reasons why you should grate your own cheese will blow your mind! From health to flavour, we have it all here.

From milk chemistry to ripening science, discover what truly separates Brie from Camembert — and which one suits your board.