Be the friend the whole world wishes they had by gifting artisan cheese. You can easily find the full list of California cheesemakers who ship cheese HERE.
Here are a select few:
Vella Cheese Receive a collection of their cheeses, including the unique Mezzo Secco, a firm Monterey Jack cheese coated with a blend of cocoa, vegetable oil, and black pepper. Best shredded and melted into a grilled cheese, a quesadilla, or on top of pasta.
Nicasio Valley Cheese Try out these collections of certified organic cow milk cheeses made with milk from the family’s nearby farm. Their Foggy Morning is delicious heaped on toast with a slice of tomato or as a wonderful substitute for cream cheese in a cheesecake recipe.
Pennyroyal Farm Where every goat, sheep, and cheese has a name. Sheep and goat cheeses in a spectacular array of flavors and styles come in each box. They even have a sister company making wine, which you can order as well.
Cheese Shops That Ship Directly to Your Door
Want to explore a variety of artisan cheeses in one place? These fantastic California cheese shops ship straight to your doorstep and are a one-stop shop for gifting cheese this season:
Fior di Latte (Long Beach) This charming shop offers an exceptional variety of cheeses sourced from California artisans and beyond. Their beautifully curated gift boxes are perfect for impressing a cheese lover—or treating yourself.
Ollie’s American Cheese & Provisions (Oakland) A hidden gem in the East Bay, Ollie’s specializes in small-batch cheeses and artisan accompaniments. Their thoughtfully prepared cheese selections are ideal for gifting or creating your dream cheese board.
Be the Guest Everyone Wants to Invite
Going to a party? Explore our directory of shops that carry a wide variety of local cheeses, some of which will even create the most magical cheese boards for you.
Give the Gift of Cheesemaking
If you’d like to gift a cheesemaking class, you can do that too! Many California cheesemakers offer hands-on experiences that make for unforgettable gifts.
Count yourself the best gift-giver and become someone’s new best friend. And if you want to gift yourself, we promise we won’t tell.
