QuesoDiego – The San Diego Cheese Club
As is our annual tradition, we hold a members-only Queso Diego Holiday Party in lieu of our December meeting. This is open to members and their guests and is advertised through the club email list. If you are a paid member and did not get the info, please reach out.
We will resume regular meetings in January and welcome you to join us and find out about our February anniversary pairing event.
Queso Diego The San Diego Cheese Club – November Meeting: Meltsgiving Party
Tuesday, November 18 | AleSmith Brewing
6:30 PM Setup | 7:00 PM Party Starts
In November we’re being thankful for cheese!
From bubbling mac and cheese to decadent fondue, melty casseroles, and holiday-ready charcuterie boards, this is the season to dip, share, and celebrate together.
If you have a raclette setup, this is your moment to shine!
Remember: Bring a dish to share for the party.
Bring a Friend: Guests are invited to attend one meeting for free! So bring a friend and spread the love!
Join Us: 2026 membership is $25 per year for individuals or $40 per household, and memberships paid now are valid through the end of 2026!
October Meeting: Spooky, Scary & Moldy Cheese
Tuesday, October 21 | AleSmith Brewing
6:30 PM Potluck | 7:00 PM Meeting Starts
This month, we’re diving into the wonderfully weird world of moldy cheeses! From blue cheese to brie, we’ll explore how these “scary” molds create some of the most delicious flavors. Perfect for Halloween season! Come ready to taste some spook-tacular fromage!
Remember: Bring a folding chair and dish to share!
Bring a Friend: Guests are invited to attend one meeting for free! So bring a friend and spread the cheese love!
2026 membership is $25 per year for individuals or $40 per household! We are now accepting 2026 dues and any new memberships cover the rest of 2025 and all of 2026.
Tuesday, September 16 | AleSmith Brewing
6:30 PM Potluck | 7:00 PM Meeting Starts
It’s September, and we’re getting ready for fall. Chris Banker will warm us up to smokey cheeses! He’ll share how they’re made, tips for smoking your own at home, and the unique characteristics that different woods and aging times can create. To top it off, we’ll enjoy a delicious sampling of Chris’s own home-smoked creations, comparing a variety of cheeses, woods, and maturities.
Remember: Bring a dish to share and folding chair!
Bring a Friend: Guests are invited to attend one meeting for free! So bring a friend and spread the cheese love!
Guests are invited to join for $20 per year for individuals or $30 per household!
Tuesday, July 16 | AleSmith Brewing 
6:30 PM Potluck | 7:00 PM Meeting Starts 
Your Star-Spangled Creation: Bring the chèvre you made (or bought!) dressed up in festive fashion! Think berries, beets, blueberries, or any red, white, and blue ingredients that inspire you. Let your imagination run wild with your most festive fromage!
Include an index card with your name and how you flavored your cheese. As part of our meeting, we’ll sample all the delicious creations you’ve made.
Share Your Masterpiece: Want your creation featured in our slide show? Send your photo to officers@quesodiego.org by Monday, July 14.
Haven’t Started Yet? No worries! You still have time to make your chèvre. Access the step-by-step instructions here: Chevre and More Presentation Slides
Remember: Bring a dish to share and a folding chair! 
Bring a Friend: Guests are invited to attend one meeting for free! So bring a friend and spread the cheese love! 
Guests are invited to join for $20 per year for individuals or $30 per household! 