The New Zealand Specialist Cheesemakers Association has named the country's top cheese stores for the third year. Four new stores join the ranks; Te Puna Deli in Tauranga, FreshChoice Pāpāmoa in Tauranga, FreshChoice Merivale in Christchurch and Geraldine Cheese Company in Geraldine.
“Cheese demands careful treatment that pays homage to the intricacies of its production. Delivering a range of cheese in the very best condition and in a way that recognises each style of cheese's special character is a complex business. It's so very heartening to see more effort being put into these aspects of cheese promotion and sale and its ultimate enjoyment,” said Kerry Tyack, specialist food judge.
“Cheesemakers are very passionate about their craft, so having the support of stores that share their knowledge and enthusiasm with cheese lovers all around the country is just wonderful,” said Catherine McNamara, NZSCA Chair.
The complete list of Top NZ Cheese Stores for 2022 and 2023:
Auckland
- Farro, Grey Lynn
- Farro, Lunn Ave (Mt Wellington)
- Farro, North Store
- Sabato, Mt Eden
Waikato
- Over the Moon Dairy, Putaruru
- Over the Moon Deli, Cambridge
Bay of Plenty
- Te Puna Deli, Tauranga
- FreshChoice Pāpāmoa, Tauranga
Hawke’s Bay
- Hōhepa, Clive
- New World Hastings
Wairarapa
- C’est Cheese, Featherston
Wellington
- Moore Wilson’s, Tory Street
Nelson
- The Junction Shop, Appleby
Christchurch
- Barrys Bay Cheese, Akaroa
- Charing Cross Cheesery, Riverside Market
- FreshChoice Merivale
South Canterbury
- Geraldine Cheese Co
North Otago
- Whitestone Cheese, Oamaru
