Artisan cheese has risen in popularity in recent years
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A renowned cheese-maker from Newton St Cyres is trying to change how we enjoy Cheddar. Using a Flavour Mapping framework, she hopes to put a spotlight on artisan cheese and their unique attributes
It's not a secret that the South West produces some pretty amazing cheese. From the milder cheddars to the pungent blues, we have it all. Now, a cloth-bound cheddar maker from Devon wants to shake up the status quo and enhance our appreciation for the different flavours of our favourite cheese.
In the past few years, there has been a huge increase in the demand for artisan cheeses. People are moving away from just buying supermarket blocks and are instead looking for something a bit more original. Artisan cheese makers have seen a boom in interest for their more unique creations even in the last twelve months. While there are over 700 types of cheese made in the UK, cheddar alone makes up about half of all variations consumed.