From our fresh and creamy Mozzarella to our hard aged Parmesan, all of our cheeses are crafted from our own milk, on our farm, using the highest quality Italian ingredients.

The delicate blend of Italian tradition and farmstead quality is what sets our cheese apart.  All of our cheeses have been developed by a team of artisans, experts, cheesemakers and farmers to perfectly meld the flavors of Italy with the tradition of farmstead cheese.

Our Fresh Cheese - Formaggio

Our Fresh Cheese Collection is a group ranging from fresh mozzarella, which is ready the day we make it, to the semi-aged Caciotta. Fior di Latte is the ring leader in our notoriously Italian family of Pasta Filata style cheeses, also known as“stretched-curd.”  From Provolone to Scamorza, this type of cheese will melt fantastically over almost any cooked dish. 

Fresh Cheese Collection
FIOR DI LATTE (Fresh Mozzarella) Fior di Latte, or "blossom of milk" translated in English, is a fresh, whole milk mozzarella with a delicate flavor and texture. We make ours the old fashioned way using Italian cultures instead of vinegar to give

FIOR DI LATTE (Fresh Mozzarella)

Fior di Latte, or "blossom of milk" translated in English, is a fresh, whole milk mozzarella with a delicate flavor and texture. We make ours the old fashioned way using Italian cultures instead of vinegar to give you the full mozzarella flavor that this well-known cheese deserves. Makes a yummy grilled cheese, quesadilla, pizza, or whatever your imagination desires.
"Life is too short for bad Mozz!" 

Awards:

2019 American Cheese Society Winner - 1st Place (Ciliegine)

2023 American Cheese Society - 2nd Place (Ovoline)

Suggested Recipes:

Pizza Beans Recipe

"Pizza Beans" is a bean and tomato bake that is the perfect dish for a cold and rainy day.

Keto-Friendly, Low-Carb Bagels

At a first glance this definitely looks like a normal, carb-loaded, and tasty bagel BUT don't be fooled! This recipe is a keto friendly, low carb, grain free, and CHEESE filled bagel.

Peach Caprese Salad with Balsamic Vinegar & Honey

Peach caprese salad is completely stress free, highlighting the sweet fruit, the savory flavor of the mozzarella cheese, and the herbaceous notes of the basil. It’s perfect for summer.

Quick & Easy Caprese Skewers

We love sharing quick, easy, and family friendly recipes that the whole family can enjoy. This simple but delicious Caprese Skewer in a bowl recipe makes a great party appetizer or a fun after school snack for the kids. Enjoy!

SCAMORZA A signature Italian cheese. This cheese is hung on ropes to age, a technique used by artisans for hundreds of years. This gives it the characteristic pear-shaped body, which is sure to stand out on any cheese plate. A relative of our Fio

SCAMORZA

A signature Italian cheese. This cheese is hung on ropes to age, a technique used by artisans for hundreds of years. This gives it the characteristic pear-shaped body, which is sure to stand out on any cheese plate. A relative of our Fior di Latte mozzarella, but with a bolder and more buttery flavor. An excellent cooking cheese on dishes like lasagna and pizza

Awards:

2017 American Cheese Society Winner - 2nd Place

2018 American Cheese Society Winner - 3rd Place

2023 American Cheese Society - 2nd Place

Suggested Recipe:

Fig Toasts with Honey & Scamorza

Every once in a while, someone does something so simple, yet so perfect, we have to take a moment. Our east-coast foodie friend Kelley (who heads up her blog Lavender & Cream) paired figs, honey and a bold cheese to create the perfect toast. Her recipe makes our Scamorza shine, so naturally we wanted to share it with you. Enjoy!

PROVOLONE Our Provolone is just what your sandwich needs. Its origins lie in Sicily, with the original Provolone Ragusano being made in a rectangular form, rather than the cylindrical version commonly found today. We created ours in this shape,

PROVOLONE

Our Provolone is just what your sandwich needs. Its origins lie in Sicily, with the original Provolone Ragusano being made in a rectangular form, rather than the cylindrical version commonly found today. We created ours in this shape, with respect to its original producers! We hang them to age, allowing for flavors of pure milk essence to emerge in this mild and creamy cheese perfect for cooking and sandwiches.



Awards:
2022 American Cheese Society - 1st Place

Suggested Recipe:

National Hot Pastrami Sandwich: Ruben Sandwich

Today is National Hot Pastrami Sandwich Day and we decided to share Cheryl and Dave's twist on the classic Ruben Sandwich. This recipe calls for both quality meat and cheese so they used Old World Deli's thick cut house cured pastrami for extra flavor and our smoked provolone cheese.

FARMSTEAD CURD We stand apart from conventional mozzarella curd in several key ways and are committed to: • Using traditional cheesemaking methods that emphasize the clean flavor of pure fresh milk from our family owned and operated dairy • So

FARMSTEAD CURD

We stand apart from conventional mozzarella curd in several key ways and are committed to:

• Using traditional cheesemaking methods that emphasize the clean flavor of pure fresh milk from our family owned and operated dairy

• Sourcing our ingredients from our mentors in southern Italy near Naples in the Campania region, which is known for the best mozzarella around the world

• Avoiding the use of vinegar or acetic acid

• Highlighting the rich grass farming of the Puget Sound - avoiding the use of whiteners or dyes such as Titanium Dioxide currently involved in the manufacture of fresh mozzarella

• Using only single-source milk from our farmstead located in Ferndale, WA in order to maintain the highest degree of traceability and quality control from Seed to Cheese

• Using unstandardized, whole milk from our mixed herd of Jersey and Holstein cows - more rich in butterfat and protein in order to achieve a creamy mouthfeel and superior flavor

FARMSTEAD MOZZARELLA Our mozzarella in its diamond cut shape is the most convenient form as our Pizza Cheese. We use traditional cheesemaking methods that emphasize the clean flavor of pure fresh milk from our farm. We avoid the use of whiteners

FARMSTEAD MOZZARELLA

Our mozzarella in its diamond cut shape is the most convenient form as our Pizza Cheese. We use traditional cheesemaking methods that emphasize the clean flavor of pure fresh milk from our farm. We avoid the use of whiteners or dyes such as Titanium Dioxide which currently can be found in the manufacture of conventional fresh mozzarella. We avoid the use of anti-caking agents, preservatives such as Cellulose, or any other additives to ensure a high-quality ingredient for your restaurant.

Our Smoked Cheese - Affumicata

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SMOKY SCAMORZA Smoky Scamorza is a three-time Award winning signature Italian cheese aged on ropes, a technique used by artisans for hundreds of years, gives it the characteristic pear-shaped body, which is sure to stand out on any cheese plate.

SMOKY SCAMORZA

Smoky Scamorza is a three-time Award winning signature Italian cheese aged on ropes, a technique used by artisans for hundreds of years, gives it the characteristic pear-shaped body, which is sure to stand out on any cheese plate. A relative of our Fior di Latte mozzarella, but with a bolder and more buttery flavor. We cold smoke our Scamorza with our in-house signature blend of real wood smoke. A homage to the Pacific Northwest. Great melted on hamburgers, grilled cheeses, and of course pizza!

Awards:

2020 Good Food Awards Winner - 1st Place

2019 American Cheese Society Winner - 2nd Place

2018 American Cheese Society Winner - 3rd Place 



Suggested Recipe:

Quick Snack: Smoky Scamorza & Avocado Toast

Enjoy the subtle flavors of our Smoky Scamorza when it is fried on this easy-to-follow toast and avocado recipe!

SMOKED PROVOLONE Smoked Provolone’s origins lie in Sicily, with the original Provolone Ragusano being made in a rectangular form, rather than the cylindrical version commonly found today. We created ours in this shape, with respect to its origin

SMOKED PROVOLONE

Smoked Provolone’s origins lie in Sicily, with the original Provolone Ragusano being made in a rectangular form, rather than the cylindrical version commonly found today. We created ours in this shape, with respect to its original producers! We hang them to age, allowing for flavors of pure milk essence to emerge in this mild and creamy cheese and then is smoked in-house with our special smoke blend.

Suggested Recipe:

National Hot Pastrami Day: Ruben Sandwich

It's National Hot Pastrami Sandwich Day and we decided to share our twist on the classic Ruben Sandwich using our smoked provolone and thick cut house cured pastrami from Old World Deli!

Our Aged Cheese - Cacio

Our Aged Cheese Collection is where you will find our more firm and complex cheeses. We care for the wheels as they mature in our affinage program, flipping and washing them daily. Each batch has its distinctions that become more pronounced over time.  Some like Asiago are traditionally preferred Fresco, while others gain status as a Reserve.  Once at their peak, we hand label each wheel and prepare them for the road to market.

Aged Cheese Collection
CACIOTTA A traditional Italian table cheese handcrafted right here in the Pacific Northwest. A mild yet irresistible flavor with a soft texture, this cheese is tasty and versatile. We age these small wheels for a short time to give them a safe an

CACIOTTA

A traditional Italian table cheese handcrafted right here in the Pacific Northwest. A mild yet irresistible flavor with a soft texture, this cheese is tasty and versatile. We age these small wheels for a short time to give them a safe and natural yellow rind. A great pairing cheese!


Awards:
2017 American Cheese Society Winner - 3rd Place

2015 People’s Choice Award Winner - 1st Place (WA Artisan Cheesemaker’s Festival)

Suggested Recipe

Caciotta Bruschetta with Sausage

This simple yet delicious bruschetta with sausage recipe is the perfect winter comfort food snack that highlights all the wonderful flavors of caciotta!
 

ASIAGO FRESCO Our Asiago Fresco uses cow’s milk that is cheese pressed into a thin wheel with a firm and somewhat open texture. Our Asiago Fresco is styled after the Pressata style of this cheese in Italy which is typically only aged 2-3 months.

ASIAGO FRESCO

Our Asiago Fresco uses cow’s milk that is cheese pressed into a thin wheel with a firm and somewhat open texture. Our Asiago Fresco is styled after the Pressata style of this cheese in Italy which is typically only aged 2-3 months. The whole milk gives this young version a sharp and grassy flavor.

Awards:
2017 American Cheese Society Winner - 2nd Place

Suggested Recipe:

Bacon & Asiago Cheese Recipe

This recipe was a fun one because it calls for a childhood favorite ingredient...puff pastry dough! This snack is perfect for when you don't have enough time to spend hours and hours in the kitchen. The original recipe called for cheddar cheese but we swapped that out with our Asiago Fresca cheese.

KASSERI The flavor profile of this aged crumbly cheese is distinctly salty and is topped with a piquant spike like a long aged provolone. A semi-aged Mediterranean cheese. It really shines from the back of the house as an ingredient in your fut

KASSERI

The flavor profile of this aged crumbly cheese is distinctly salty and is topped with a piquant spike like a long aged provolone. A semi-aged Mediterranean cheese. It really shines from the back of the house as an ingredient in your future pastas, pizzas, salads, or dish toppings. Excellent grating style cheese!

FONTINA A rich and creamy aged cheese with a smooth, almost silky texture. Our whole milk version of this cheese has a natural rind as opposed to the washed-rind style produced in the valleys of northern Italy. complex floral and sweet flavor wit

FONTINA

A rich and creamy aged cheese with a smooth, almost silky texture. Our whole milk version of this cheese has a natural rind as opposed to the washed-rind style produced in the valleys of northern Italy. complex floral and sweet flavor with butterscotch or brown sugar notes, and less pungent than the washed rind versions of this cheese.

Awards:

2022 American Cheese Society Winner - 3rd Place

2020 Good Food Awards Winner - 1st Place

Suggested Recipes

Caramelized onions, thyme, & Ferndale Farmstead Fontina Crostini

This recipe calls for simple ingredients that focuses on highlighting the creaminess and buttery flavors of our Fontina cheese!

Zucchini Au Gratin!

There is nothing better than kicking off the new year with a healthy balance of cheese and vegetables!

Stay warm with Potato Chicken Cheese Soup

On a cold winter day there is nothing more comforting than a big bowl of soup. Our friend Allison Ciota's easy-to-follow Potato Chicken Cheese Soup recipe combines carrots, potatoes, chicken, and our signature fontina cheese to create a hearty and delicious meal!

ROUNDBALE The flavor profile background of this Pacific Northwest Original Parmesan cheese is distinctly nutty with a subtle sweetness in the mid palate reminiscent of a well aged Parmigiano, but finishes with a tropical fruit note. ACS Winner in

ROUNDBALE

The flavor profile background of this Pacific Northwest Original Parmesan cheese is distinctly nutty with a subtle sweetness in the mid palate reminiscent of a well aged Parmigiano, but finishes with a tropical fruit note. ACS Winner in 2019 - 1st Place USA Parmesan. Truly the top quality “Grana” or hard-grating style cheese.

Awards:

2019 American Cheese Society Winner - 1st Place

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