Celebrate Michigan-Made Cheese at Cheese Fest 2024 on June 8th! Every thing from tours to tastings! Fun for ALL AGES!
Master the art of hand stretched mozzarella! Our expert staff will demonstrate how to craft this satisfyingly simple cheese from local milk and a handful of basic ingredients. In addition to the mozzarella you make in class, you’ll take home a rock-solid, repeatable recipe for home production.
With the help of The Cheese Lady, you will navigate a deliciously curated collection of cheese representing several distinct styles. As you taste your way through this exquisite array, you’ll learn the basics of cheese-making, the art of affinage, and develop key tasting skills that will enhance your appreciation of cheese for the rest of your life.
Discover the flavor adventure of chocolate and cheese pairings. Fermentation at its finest, representatives from Grocer's Daughterwill teach you which chocolate pairs best with different varieties of cheeses.
Learn the art of pairing local hard cider and cheeses with experts from Leelanau Cheese Company and Two K Farms. This is a FREE event but space is limited.
Happiness is just a scoop away when Hudsonville Ice Cream comes to Leelanau Cheese Company to help celebrate Cheese Fest!
Join ice cream experts from Hudsonville as you explore the science and flavors of this frozen dairy delight.
This is a FREE event but space is limited.
Learn first hand from our Cheesemakers how we make our delicious cheese spreads! You will be guided through the cheese making process, learning the science of what makes this cheese special and how it comes together. You will be shown how to create your own flavor from a variety of mix-in's, or make any of our signature flavors with your own twist! The Fromage you mix in class will be yours to take home to share with family and friends. Limited space.
Learn the art of cheese plating from a culinary expert. Cheesemonger, Katie Potts, of Petoskey Cheese Co. will guide you through an interactive class teaching you how to plate your cheese selection to become a work of art. Reserve your spot now for this unique experience to become a pro!
Learn the art of pairing local wine with Michigan made cheeses with cheese and wine experts from Leelanau Cheese Co and Black Star Farms Winery. This is a FREE event but space is limited.
Enjoy some cheesy crafting with our friends from MSU Extension!
Come pet and enjoy some furry and feathered friends provided by our local 4H group! The group will also be selling goodies to raise money for their club.
It isn't a festival without face painting! Kids and adults alike can join in the fun and artistry provided by The Painted Lady.
Your little curd nerd will get a hands on cheesy experience with the help of our very own cheesemakers!
Starting at 10am participate in the Cheese Throw, Cheese Curling, and more to win cheesy prizes all day! Donations for participation are appreciated! All donations will go toThe Michigan Cheese and Dairy Guild
Get an inside look at the cheese making process through a guided tour of our creamery and cheese cave. Tours will start every 30 mins throughout the day
From 2:30-4:30pm peruse and purchase cheese, dairy and cheese related goodies from local farmers, artists, and vendors.
Gather fireside to end the perfect cheesy day. Chat with local cheesemakers and dairy farmers to learn the rich history of Michigan cheesemaking. All while enjoying a tasty melted treat and talented local musicians, Ted Alan and Ron Getz.
Starting at Noon Antojitos Little Cravings will serve their delicious authentic Mexican fare!
Daisy the 10ft MMPA Cow will be joining the cheesy celebrations! Make sure to get a picture with her!
Taste samples of Michigan made cheeses throughout the day provided by United Dairy Industry of Michigan.
