Murray's Cheese Blog

To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we sat down with Sebastion Cisneros, founder of Cloudforest, an Oregon-based operation that focuses on crafting flavorful creations from internationally-sourced chocolate. We spoke with Sebastion about Ecuador, ingredient sourcing, and the inspiration of Cloudforest.

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To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we sat down with Karla McNeil-Rueda, co-founder of Cru Chocolate, a certified B-Corp that takes pride in sourcing its cacao from the Caribbean and Mesoamerica. Karla has an educational background in Engineering and Sustainability, and studied at the Chocolate Institute of Latin America and the Caribbean. Together with her partner, Eddie Houston, they founded Cru Chocolate. We spoke with Karla about ingredient sourcing, labor in the chocolate industry and how her heritage continues to influence her relationship with food.

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To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we sat down with Charles “Charlito” Wekselbaum, founder of Queens, New York’s Charlito’s Cocina, a beloved producer of hand cured meats made using traditional Spanish techniques. Founded in 2011, this growing operation focuses on using simple, premium ingredients to craft mouthwatering charcuterie infused with the wisdom of generations. We spoke to Charles about his own heritage and how that background influences his relationship with food today.

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While there might still be a debate about what exactly is “fall’s best beverage,” we can all agree that cider has a top spot on the list. This season, we’re taking a look at some of our favorite hard cider varieties and their perfect cheese pairings to get in the mood for some autumn sipping that’ll keep you warm as the temperatures drop.

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Ready for the ultimate night in? We’ve got everything you need to craft the perfect gourmet pizza at home and style it to your exact flavor specifications–just bring the dough! From classic melting cheeses to rich sauces and briny olives to smoked sausage, our selection of pizza essentials is your one-stop shop for crafting homemade pies from the comfort of your kitchen.

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