The country’s oldest cheese company to showcase small-batch handcrafted cheeses at Booth 860
Petaluma, California (June 15, 2023) — Marin French Cheese Co., the country’s oldest cheese company based in Marin County in Northern California, will present their world class soft ripened cheeses at the 2023 Summer Fancy Food Show in New York City on June 25 – 27 at Booth 860. Showcasing a wide selection of award-winning cheeses, Marin French Cheese Co. will also preview seasonal item Petite Boo Ash-Coated Brie (4 oz.) and holiday hosting-favorite Brie en Croute (9.4 oz.).
Petite Boo (4 oz.), a seasonal item within Marin French Cheese Co.’s Specialty Collection, is a festive addition inspired by Halloween featuring a triple crème brie enrobed in vegetable ash with a paste turned orange by adding annatto for a fun and spooky treat. A take on the elegant Petite Ash, Petite Boo is available for pre-order now through July, and will be available in stores and online in October. This seasonal cheese can elevate a classic holiday cheese board, be enjoyed with hot chocolate, or even candy corn.
“We’re honored to return to the Summer Fancy Food Show to share our delicious soft ripened cheeses,” says Bonnie Kaufman, Associate Brand Manager of Marin French Cheese Co. “In addition to the award-winning offerings so many are familiar with, we’re excited to show off our fun new seasonal offering, Petite Boo. Launched on a very small scale at our own retail shop last year, Petite Boo garnered attention online and within the industry for its gorgeous pop of color, and we are proud to announce it’s available for wider distribution in 2023. Petite Boo is the perfect addition to any curated Halloween sets or displays, and we invite you to visit Booth 860 for samples, pre-order information, and merchandising recommendations.”
Additionally, Marin French Cheese Co. will showcase a returning seasonal favorite, Brie en Croute (9.4 oz.) creamy baked brie in pastry and award-winning cheeses perfect for the holiday season like Petite Truffle (4 oz.), 1 lb. Truffle Brie Cheese, Petite Ash (4 oz.), Suprême Extra Crème (14 oz.), and Golden Gate® Washed-Rind Triple Crème Cheese (8 oz.).
Samples of Marin French Cheese Co.’s soft ripened cheeses will be available at Booth 860. All cheeses can be purchased at a selection of specialty grocers and cheese shops nationwide, found on the store locator on the website, or on Northbay Creameries.
Featured Cheeses
PREVIEW: Petite Boo Ash-Coated Brie (4 oz., SRP $8.49) is a seasonal play on our elegant Petite Ash, a triple crème brie enrobed in vegetable ash with a paste, turned vibrant orange by the addition of annatto for a festive and spooky bite. Petite Boo is available for pre-order now through July, and can be found on shelves and purchased online in October 2023.
Brie en Croute (9.4 oz., SRP $16.29) is a creamy Traditional Brie wrapped in puff pastry dough and par baked. Heated in the oven prior to serving, it has aromas of sweet milk and light flavors of mushroom that when melted create a smooth, rich, gooey center surrounded by the flaky pastry crust. Brie en Croute is an elegant and convenient appetizer or main course that elevates any occasion and inspires people to come together to enjoy moments of authentic pleasure.
Petite Truffle (4 oz., SRP $8.49) is built on the same recipe as Triple Crème Brie with the luxurious inclusion of imported black truffles speckled throughout the paste. Its irresistible earthy aroma and rich flavor are balanced by notes of sweet cream and a velvety texture. A smaller version of our 16oz Triple Crème Truffle Brie, this cheese is part of our Petite Reserve Collection of 4 oz. wheels enhanced with premium ingredients to inspire moments of authentic pleasure.
Petite Ash (4 oz., SRP $8.49) is a Triple Crème Brie coated in a thin layer of vegetable ash locking in moisture for an extra creamy texture. Charred vegetable ash has been a traditional ingredient in cheese making for centuries, used to help preserve the cheese as well as add an extra level of earthy, sometimes blue tasting flavor and seal in moisture for an extra-gooey cheese.
Suprême (14 oz., SRP $24.99) is the ultimate indulgence of pure extra crème with a buttery, fudgy, lush texture and flavors of sweet milk and fresh grass. Its fluffy white rind, developed beneath its dome which ensures climate and humidity control, provides textural contrast to the dense cheese.
Golden Gate® Washed-Rind Triple Crème Cheese (8 oz., SRP $16.99) has caught the attention of cheese aficionados since 2021, leading Marin French Cheese Co.’s next generation of premium cheeses. Inspired by the vibrant color of its namesake San Francisco landmark, the gateway to Marin County, Golden Gate is a savory, washed rind triple crème cheese that gets its striking color from Brevibacterium linens cultures. In true artisan fashion, each wheel is hand-washed with brine multiple times to lock in moisture and create the perfect environment for coastal cultures to thrive. The distinctive flavor is earthy with vegetal aromas, rich, savory notes and a fudgy texture.
Marin French Cheese Co. was recently recognized with seven gold and three silver medals at the California State Fair Cheese competition. Golden Gate® Washed-Rind Triple Crème Cheese was awarded the Best of California Cheese as a category winner.
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About Marin French Cheese Co.
Marin French Cheese Co. is the country’s oldest cheese company, operating at its historic creamery in Marin County since 1865. Marin French Cheese Co. marries traditional French cheese making techniques with California terroir and innovative spirit to produce award-winning and original cheeses. Made with high-quality local ingredients, its cheeses reflect one of life’s simplest and most authentic pleasures: experiencing good food. For more information, visit MarinFrenchCheese.com or follow on Instagram @marinfrenchcheese or Facebook @marinfrenchcheesecompany.