THE CHEESE (B)LOG

March marks the observance of Women’s History Month, to spotlight the cultural, historical, political, and economic achievements of women.  Here at Marché, that means giving gratitude to and shouting out the amazing women producers and their edible arts featured in our shop.  The lineup in our cheese cases is pretty incredible from the Midwest alone.  There are many opportunities while […]

The cheese counter question as old as time itself: Do I eat the rind?  You’ve got a wedge in your hot little hands but need to figure out your attack plan. Sometimes, with waxed-coated wedges of Gouda or Manchego, the answer is pretty clear. The wilder, natural formations though, can sometimes throw you for a loop. That toothy bite of […]

Cheesemonger Molly Hess has already achieved one of the highest forms of recognition in the cheese world by becoming an American Cheese Society Certified Cheese Professional. Now she’s ready to test her knowledge and expertise among the country’s greatest cheese professionals at this year’s Cheesemonger Invitational, proudly representing Marché and Glen Ellyn!  What is the Cheesemonger Invitational? What can you compare it […]