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.
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.
Awards
Culture Cheese Magazine Best Cheeses issue - Best
(2023)
American Cheese Society Judging & Competition Awards - 1st Place
(2025, 2024, 2023)
Stonetown Artisan Cheese is an artisanal creamery located in St. Marys, Ontario, Canada, renowned for producing premium Alpine-style cheeses. Their cheeses are made from fresh, unpasteurized cow’s milk from their own farm, without additives, ensuring a pure and natural flavor. The production process is inspired by traditional methods from Swiss mountain cheesemakers, with a strong emphasis on quality and authenticity.
Stonetown Artisan Cheese takes pride in a sustainable approach to production. The milk never leaves the farm, and by-products such as whey are used to feed the livestock. Wastewater is used to irrigate the fields, reducing the ecological footprint and contributing to farm sustainability. Their motto, "From our family to yours," reflects their commitment to quality and community.
Awards
American Cheese Society Judging & Competition Awards - 1st Place
(2025)
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