Wednesday, October 18, 2006

Cheese: Tonneau

Steve and I were in Manor, one of the main everything department/grocery stores in the centre of town, and came across the 'samples lady'. She was yelling out "Mister, please try this delicious cheese, it is on sale today" and "Madame, please take." Of course we took a sample. I wasn't sure what Steve would think about the robust and nutty flavor, but by the time I finished my sample he already put a block in the cart. It took that as a good sign.


Voila, Le Tonneau:


Le Tonneau is a new cheese from Switzerland ripened for four months. Its rind has a natural dark color, with grooves that resemble a barrel. Like the character of a large cheese, Le Tonneau has a unique taste with a full, fruity flavor. This fresh, partially skimmed cow's milk cheese has a novel consistency and an exceptionally delicate creaminess.

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