Top 12 Ontarian Cheeses

The Udder Way Artisan Cheese Co is a cheese producer located in Canada. They specialize in crafting small-batch, artisan cheeses with a focus on quality and traditional methods. The company aims to source local ingredients and emphasize sustainable practices in their production process. They offer a variety of cheese types including soft, semi-soft, and aged varieties. Expand

Quality Cheese is a manufacturer, distributor and retailer of Italian specialty cheese and cheese snack products. Incorporated in 1988, the company produces a large selection of specialty cheese for the retail and food service sectors.Expand

Glengarry Cheesemaking, based in Lancaster, Ontario, specializes in producing fine artisanal cheeses. The company, which has obtained several awards, offers a range of products including the famous Lankaaster cheese - a gouda-style cheese aged to different maturity levels. They provide cheesemaking supplies and host educational workshops on cheese production.Expand

Mountainoak Cheese is a family-run dairy company located in New Hamburg, Ontario, Canada, renowned for producing high-quality, handcrafted Gouda cheese. It was founded by the van Bergeijk couple, who brought their generational Dutch cheesemaking expertise to Canada after emigrating from the Netherlands. In their modern facility, they combine traditional Dutch recipes with contemporary technology to preserve the authentic flavor and texture of their cheeses. Their product range includes a variety of Gouda styles - from the mild and creamy “Farmstead Mild” to the bold and aged “3 Year Old” - as well as specialty flavors enhanced with herbs, chili peppers, or truffles. Mountainoak Cheese invites visitors to experience the cheesemaking process firsthand through guided tours and tastings, which include a walk through their production facility and aging rooms. Their philosophy is rooted in self-sustainability: all milk is sourced from their own herd, and the cows are fed with crops grown directly on the farm. They are committed to producing healthy, flavorful cheese with a minimal environmental footprint. Mountainoak’s cheeses are available at their on-site farm store and through a network of local shops and restaurants across Ontario. Expand

Mariposa Dairy is a family-owned creamery based in Lindsay, Ontario, Canada, specializing in the production of goat milk cheeses. It was founded by Sharon and Bruce VandenBerg in 1989, when they purchased a farm with 100 goats in the Oakwood area. Their passion for cheesemaking led to the establishment of Mariposa Dairy, which today produces high-quality goat cheeses under the Celebrity and Lenberg Farms brands. Today, Mariposa Dairy is one of the leading producers of goat cheeses in Canada, with modern facilities and six production lines. Their commitment to quality and innovation has earned them numerous awards, including recognition at the prestigious American Cheese Society competitions.Expand

Parmalat Canada is a subsidiary of the global dairy company, Lactalis, and specializes in dairy and cheese products. The company produces a variety of dairy items including milk, cheese, and yogurt. Parmalat Canada owns several popular Canadian dairy brands such as Beatrice, Lactantia, and Astro. It operates multiple manufacturing facilities across Canada.Expand

Upper Canada Cheese is an artisanal creamery located in Jordan Station, in the municipality of Lincoln, in the heart of the Niagara region in Ontario, Canada. This creamery is the only one in Canada that produces all of its cheeses exclusively from the milk of Guernsey cows, known for their rich and nutritious milk. Their farm, Comfort Farm, is situated in close proximity to the creamery and is dedicated to the sustainable raising of these cows. Upper Canada Cheese proudly produces its cheeses in small batches, using traditional handcrafting methods. Their cheeses are distinguished by rich and complex flavors, with each product reflecting the care devoted to the quality of the milk and the aging process. The assortment includes various types of cheeses, from creamy and mild varieties suitable for everyday use to mature cheddars and specialty cheeses with unique aromas such as truffle and herbs.Expand

Balderson Cheese is a Canadian company specializing in the production of high-quality cheeses. It was founded in Balderson, a small village in Ontario, which has a long tradition of cheese-making. Balderson Cheese offers a variety of cheeses, including their well-known aged cheddar, as well as other varieties such as blue cheeses and spiced cheeses. Their cheeses are renowned for their rich flavor and quality, and Balderson is recognized as one of the leading producers in the Canadian cheese industry. The company places great emphasis on the production process, using traditional methods and natural ingredients. Balderson cheeses have won numerous awards at competitions and are popular both in Canada and around the world.Expand

Fifth Town Artisan Cheese is located in Prince Edward County, Ontario, Canada, specializing in handcrafted, fine cheeses made from local, sustainable ingredients. The company focuses on environmentally conscious production methods and was the first Platinum LEED-certified dairy in Canada. Fifth Town Artisan Cheese produces a variety of cheeses, including goat, sheep, and cow milk products, serving both local and international markets.Expand

Finica Food Specialties is located in Mississauga, Ontario. The company specializes in the distribution of high-quality cheeses and other gourmet food products. They offer a variety of cheese options, including both domestic and imported selections. Finica supplies products to various retailers and foodservice providers across Canada.Expand

Piacere is a Canadian cheese produced in Stratford, Ontario by Monteforte Dairy. The cheese is made from sheep's milk. Its rind is rolled in summer savory, chili, juniper berries, and rosemary. The texture and aromas become creamier and more pungent as the cheese ages. Piacere is made in the stlye of Fleur du Maquis. It's recommended to add it to a bowl of vegetable soup or eat it on its own and pair it with a glass of Riesling.Expand

Cape Vessey is a Canadian cheese hailing from Prince Edward County, Ontario, where it's produced by the Fifth Town Artisan Cheese dairy. The cheese is made from pasteurized goat's milk and it's usually left to age from 2 to 3 months before consumption. Underneath its washed rind, the texture is semi-soft, chewy, and firm. The aromas are tangy, strong, and goaty, while the flavors are sweet, subtle, delicate, and slightly nutty, with a creamy mouthfeel and hints of acidity. The cheese won the title of Grand Champion Goat Cheese at the Royal Winter Fair in 2008. It's recommended to pair it with fruity reds such as Pinot Noir, Merlot, or Cabernet Franc. Interestingly, the cheese was named after the rocky cliffs close to the dairy.Expand

Lemon Fetish is a Canadian feta-like cheese produced in Prince Edward County, Ontario. The cylindrical cheese is made from pasteurized sheep's milk. The natural rind is rolled in Red Fife wheat and lemon zest, giving the cheese its name. The texture is dry and crumbly and the aromas are lactic and very clean. The complex flavors are best described as lemony, tangy, citrusy, and salty, with hints of sour cream. You can serve Lemon Fetish the say way as a feta, but due to its drier texture, it's recommended to serve it with juicy vegetables such as cucumbers, tomatoes, and avocados. Interestingly, the Red Fife wheat in which this cheese is rolled was invented by David Fife, operator of the first Canadian experimental farm.Expand