Perry's Cheese Blog

Big News from the Cheese World We’re thrilled to announce that Perry Wakeman, our very own head cheese maturing expert at Rennet & Rind, has been inducted into the prestigious Guilde Internationale des Fromagers! 🎖️ This international guild is like the Hall of Fame for cheese lovers, bringing together some of the world’s most passionate and skilled cheese professionals. Perry now stands alongside industry legends like Jenny Linford and Charlie Turnbull, making this a truly “gouda” moment for us! 🧀 It’s not just about the title – this honor recognizes the dedication, craftsmanship, and love that Perry brings to the...

Ask any affineur, cheesemonger or even cheese lover, and they’ll tell you that cheese is more than an ordinary food - it's a living, breathing delicacy that deserves proper care. To understand how to store and serve it properly, you first should know that artisan cheese is a live product that develops in incredible ways while maturing. This process happens right up until the moment the cheese is cut, locking in the flavour profile and aroma. From then on, your cheese needs to be refrigerated to preserve its freshness. At Rennet and Rind, we visit the independent farms that make...

The world is fascinated with Stilton cheese. This magnificently pungent curd is a symbol of the strength of great cheesemaking, how it can transcend borders and bring joy to tastebuds in any region of the world. But its history is not exactly what it may seem, and it’s a tale of many surprises and a community effort to preserve its greatness. Cut a slice of blue for yourself and enjoy this centuries-old tale of how Stilton became one of the world’s most desired blue cheeses. How Stilton Became a British Icon Our journey begins in the early 18th century, and...

Cheesemaking is an ancient and delicate process, dating way, way back to the time of the Ancient Egyptians over 5,000 years ago. Cheese was stored in jars and entombed with dynasty kings, showing how valuable it was even all those millennia ago. One could argue that cheesemaking is one of the world’s oldest art forms, with its techniques and traditions passed down through generations as skillfully as sculpting or playing the piano. The journey from fresh milk to a matured cheese wheel is a delicate process, intertwining nature, science, and craft. Let’s cut some of our favourite cheese, pair it...

Nothing beats the power of a blue cheese. Its richness makes for a delicious post-meal dessert, or a nice way to round out a meal if it’s lacking that extra something on the palette. Despite this, many don’t share a similar fondness, seeing Stilton cheese and other blues as having too much strength in their taste and amora. According to a 2024 report from Gitnux, blue cheese is a favourite among only 3% of consumers in the UK. But this type of cheese still claims prestigious spots in the TasteAtlas Top 100 Cheeses ranking. Celebrated varieties like Gorgonzola, Roquefort, and...