Cheese Rants Archives

At The Cheese Scientist, we are very passionate about cheese. So, you’ll have to forgive our occasional over-zealous cheese rants when it comes to etiquette and pronunciation. Looking for something a bit different? We’ve got separate archives for the following categories: Science, Lifestyle, Cheese Trivia and Cheese Stories.

Why Processed Cheese Products Are Bad For Your Health (1)

5 Reasons Why Processed Cheese Products Are Bad For You

Jonah KincaidNov 17, 202410 min read

Processed cheese products are a staple in fast food and…

7 Reasons Why You Should Make Your Own Blue Cheese Dressing

7 Reasons Why You Should Make Your Own Blue Cheese Dressing

Jonah KincaidNov 3, 20246 min read

Skip the preservatives and customise your flavour! Discover why you…

Why Is Real Cheddar So Expensive? (But Totally Worth The Price)

Why Is Real Cheddar So Expensive? (But Totally Worth The Price)

Jonah KincaidOct 30, 20246 min read

Real Cheddar, especially from regions like Somerset, Dorset, Devon, and…

Why Is Cheese Expensive (Artisanal Cheese Prices Explained)

Why Is Cheese Expensive? (Artisanal Cheese Prices Explained)

Jonah KincaidSep 27, 20247 min read

Understanding why cheese is expensive involves delving into the challenges…

Most Frequently Misused Cheese Terms

5 Most Frequently Misused Cheese Terms (Terminology Matters) 

Jonah KincaidOct 30, 20238 min read

Understanding these terms is like discovering the secret code to…

The Polarising World of Processed Cheeses

The Polarising World of Processed Cheeses (FDA Definitions) 

Jonah KincaidSep 28, 20238 min read

Processed cheeses are often frowned upon. Join us as we…

Does Chipotle Use Real Cheese (Burritos & Other Menu Items)

Does Chipotle Use Real Cheese? (Burritos & Other Menu Items) 

Jonah KincaidSep 15, 20236 min read

When eating at Chipotle, one of the questions that frequently…

Composting Cheese Guide for Eco-Conscious Cheese Lovers

Composting Cheese: Guide for Eco-Conscious Cheese Lovers 

Jonah KincaidSep 14, 20235 min read

Can cheese be composted effectively, or does it disrupt your…

15 Better Terms Than “Sharp” To Describe The Flavour Of Cheese

15 Better Terms Than “Sharp” To Describe The Flavour Of Cheese 

Jonah KincaidSep 14, 202311 min read

In this blog post, we will explore why using “sharp”…

The Art of Serving Cheese at Room Temperature

Why You Should Serve Cheese at Room Temperature 

Jonah KincaidAug 11, 20234 min read

To truly appreciate their flavour and texture, you need to…

Young man with stubble eating Easy Cheese straight from the can with "real cheese or not" overlaid

Is Mondelēz’s Easy Cheese Real Cheese or Not?

Jonah KincaidJul 30, 20235 min read

Instant Cheese for Instant Parties: what’s not to love? But,…

Kraft Singles Feature Image - real cheese or not?

Are Kraft Singles Real Cheese or Not?

Jonah KincaidJun 2, 20234 min read

Join us as we put this hugely popular food product…

String Cheese Feature Image

Is String Cheese Real Cheese or Not?

Jonah KincaidMay 3, 20234 min read

String Cheese is a hugely popular dairy snack. But is…

How To Cut Cheese

How To Cut Cheese For Serving (10 Different Types)

Jonah KincaidApr 28, 20237 min read

Proper cheese cutting is a skill that is often overlooked.…

Cheese Definition Test

What Is Cheese? (Official Cheese Definition Test)

Jonah KincaidApr 15, 20234 min read

Cheese has been enjoyed for centuries around the world. But…

Velveeta Feature Image

Is Velveeta Real Cheese or Not?

Jonah KincaidApr 3, 20234 min read

Velveeta is a hugely popular American processed food. But is…

Real Cheese or not Laughing Cow

Is The Laughing Cow (La Vache Qui Rit) Real Cheese or Not?

Jonah KincaidMar 29, 20233 min read

If you’re a cheese lover, you’ve probably heard of The…

How You Should Store Your Cheese (Complete Guide)

How You Should Store Your Cheese (Ultimate Guide)

Jonah KincaidMar 27, 202311 min read

In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of…

Is this real cheese Brunost

Is Brunost Real Cheese or Not?

Jonah KincaidMar 24, 20233 min read

There has been some debate among cheese enthusiasts over whether…

Grilled Cheese vs Melt

Grilled Cheese Vs Melt: America’s Biggest Sandwich Debate

Jonah KincaidMar 15, 20234 min read

When it comes to American sandwiches, two of the most…

America's Most Popular Commercial Cheeses

10 Most Popular Commercial American Cheeses

Jonah KincaidMar 10, 202310 min read

There is so much more to American cheese than slices…

D'Affinois Cheese on a plate with bag of money

How Much d’Affinois Cheese Costs

Jonah KincaidJan 26, 20233 min read

When it comes to artisanal cheese, Fromager d’Affinois might just…

Fromager d'Affinois

Fromager d’Affinois: The Impact of Ultrafiltration on Cheese

Jonah KincaidJan 25, 20238 min read

Ultrafiltration changed the cheese industry forever. But is it actually…

Swirls of yellow and grey in soft cheese L'Immanente

13 Most Colourful Cheeses In The World

Jonah KincaidDec 21, 20229 min read

Let us guide you through the 13 most colourful world…

Can You Eat Cheese Rinds (23 Popular World Cheeses)

Can You Eat Cheese Rinds? (23 Popular Cheese Examples)

Jonah KincaidDec 7, 202213 min read

One of the most common questions I get asked is…

Offset Smoker In Winter - The Mountain Kitchen

Top 15 Tips For Smoking Cheese

Jonah KincaidDec 6, 20228 min read

The conditions required for smoking cheese are very different to…

Cheez Whiz Feature Image

Is Cheez Whiz Real Cheese or Not?

Jonah KincaidSep 23, 20224 min read

Cheez Whiz is a brand of processed cheese sauce made…

Artisanal Cheese on shelves

Artisanal Cheese: Why It’s So Special

Jonah KincaidAug 9, 20224 min read

I’m sure you’ve heard the term artisanal cheese thrown around…

Does McDonald’s Use Real Cheese In Their Burgers

Does McDonald’s Use Real Cheese? (Big Mac® & Other Burgers)

Jonah KincaidAug 8, 20228 min read

There are few pleasures that can beat cheese oozing down…

String Cheese vs Mozzarella

String Cheese vs Mozzarella: Origin, Production & Examples

Jonah KincaidApr 6, 20225 min read

String cheese is the ultimate midnight snack. But do you…

Board of cold charcuterie meats with olives and gherkins

What Does Charcuterie Mean? (Origin, Pronunciation & Examples)

Jonah KincaidMar 29, 20225 min read

Charcuterie has become very mainstream over the last couple of…

Slices of Stilton blue cheese

What Happened To Raw Milk Stilton?

Jonah KincaidFeb 21, 20223 min read

Did you know that modern Stilton is actually quite different…

Benefits of Raw Milk Cheese

Raw Milk Cheese: Tradition & Identity

Jonah KincaidDec 24, 20217 min read

In this article, we’ll explain what pasteurisation is, how cheese…

Can You Freeze Cheese (What Freezing Does To Texture, Flavour & Aroma)

Can You Freeze Cheese? (Effect On Texture, Flavour & Aroma) 

Jonah KincaidDec 23, 202117 min read

Can you freeze cheese without sacrificing its taste and texture?…

10 Life-Changing Facts About Cheese

10 Life-Changing Facts About Cheese

Jonah KincaidSep 29, 20217 min read

Read Jonah’s 10 life-changing facts about cheese to change how…

Why You Should Buy Cheese From A Monger

7 Reasons Why You Should Buy Cheese From A Monger

Jonah KincaidAug 14, 20215 min read

Let Jonah run you through his 7 reasons why you…

cheesus holding the 10 commandments of cheese

10 Commandments of Cheese (How To Buy, Serve & Eat Cheese)

Jonah KincaidAug 2, 20216 min read

The 10 Commandments of Cheese are a set of 10…

Why You Should Grate Your Own Cheese

5 Reasons Why You Should Grate Your Own Cheese

Jonah KincaidJul 28, 20213 min read

Are you ready? These 5 reasons why you should grate…

Why You Shouldn’t Drink Red Wine With Brie

Why You Shouldn’t Drink Red Wine With Brie

Jonah KincaidJul 25, 20212 min read

There is one major reason why you shouldn’t drink red…

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