We have always been enthusiastic supporters of the American Cheese Society (ACS) because of the role it plays in promoting artisan cheese making. In fact, our owner, Ricki Carroll (The Cheese Queen) was one of the founding members when it was established 40 years ago.
Since the beginning, Ricki has attended the majority of the annual conferences and has even conducted workshops at some of them.
In 2013 she was given the prestigious “Lifetime Achievement Award,” bestowed by the Board of the ACS to a member who has made an outstanding contribution to the cheese community at large and to the ACS.
All of this is to say that we as a company (cheesemaking.com) think the ACS is an important resource for cheese makers.
Why? The Cheese Queen herself wants you to know:
From it’s initial conception, the American Cheese Society has been a gathering place for cheese makers to network and to learn from each other. Education has always been foremost on the agenda. The ACS welcomes artisanal cheese makers from all over North America – retailers, distributors, educators, and many other industry professionals, along with anyone who has an interest in cheese.
I still remember it’s humble beginnings, when many of the artisanal cheese makers of today were making cheese on their kitchen tables. You never know what the future will bring and you will be hard pressed to find another organization bringing more people together in the name of cheese then this one.
So, even if it’s for only one or two workshops, take a peek. Meet some of North America’s finest cheese makers, ask questions, and enjoy!
In Peace and Love, Ricki
This year, the conference would have been in Des Moines, IA but now, anyone with a computer will be able to attend. Next year, it is scheduled to be in Portland, OR.
Because the conference is virtual this year, it will be loaded with more opportunities than ever to network and to learn about cheese making. One of the main events is always – “Meet the Cheesemaker” where you can sample hundreds of different cheeses with their makers standing by to answer questions. This year, you will be sent a sample box of cheese to try while watching videos of the cheese makers explaining their process.
Details and link to registration:
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Anonymous says
Why so expensive??!!
margaret byrd says
Wow that is awesome!