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Queso Diego Featured in New England Cheesemaking Supply Moosletter

Queso Diego is featured in the April 2013 New England Cheesemaking Supply Moosletter and they did a great job with the write-up.

You can view the newsletter here:  http://www.cheesemaking.com/store/pg/551-Cheese-News-2013-April.html
Their more extension Queso Diego info page can be viewed here: http://cheesemakinghelp.blogspot.com/2013/04/the-fabulous-queso-diego-cheese-club.html

Queso Diego April Meeting Announcement

For the April meeting of Queso Diego we will be celebrating National Grilled Cheese Month with our much anticipated grilled cheese meeting.  After a short discussion on grilled cheese, we will commence with making grilled cheeses with a variety of ingredients.  Please bring cheeses and unique ingredients to make grilled cheese with and share.  The club will provide a small selection of basic breads, please bring cheeses, breads, and other items to make interesting sandwiches.

The meeting will be held at 6:30pm on Tues, April 16 at City Farmers Nursery (http://www.cityfarmersnursery.com).  Map of parking and the meeting location: http://bit.ly/RtI8rX

Nate’s Garden Grill on the grounds of City Farmers Nursery is now open, so consider stopping by to grab a beer before or after the meeting.  They have a great menu of fresh, local food and an extensive draft beer list.  We will have them send out an updated draft list prior to the meeting.

Please RSVP using the link below so we can get an accurate head count:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dFNvRWlNT1VyLWpOVU1ZbjdOWFFyZ1E6MA#gid=0

Agenda:

  • Club announcements
  • Make and share grilled cheeses

What to bring:

  • Cheeses, breads, butter, and various other grilled cheese ingredients.
  • 2012/2013 Dues ($20), if not yet paid.  It is also be possible to pay online through PayPal.

Summary:

Queso Diego March Meeting Announcement

In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, the March Queso Diego meeting will focus on Irish cheeses (and foods, drinks, culture, and the color green).  Deborah Flores will be leading the discussion on these cheese styles.  We welcome attendees to bring cheeses, foods, and drinks from this geographic region and to dress festively.

The meeting will be held at 6:30pm on Tues, March 19 at City Farmers Nursery (http://www.cityfarmersnursery.com).  Map of parking and the meeting location: http://bit.ly/RtI8rX

Nate’s Garden Grill on the grounds of City Farmers Nursery is now open, so consider stopping by to grab a bite to eat or a beer before or after the meeting.  They have a great menu of fresh, local food and an extensive draft beer list.  We will have them send out a menu and updated draft list prior to the meeting.

Please RSVP using the link below so we can get an accurate head count:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dE5ybUU3cEdhWHRxWVN4YklDcmxjbnc6MA#gid=0

Agenda:

  • Club announcements
  • Irish Cheeses

What to bring:

  • Cheeses and snacks to share (optional).
  • 2012/2013 Dues ($20), if not yet paid.  It is also be possible to pay online through PayPal.

Summary:

Queso Diego February Meeting Announcement

The February Queso Diego meeting will focus on Scandinavian/Nordic cheeses from Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Greenland, and Iceland.  Malcolm Jarvis will be leading the discussion on these cheese styles.  We welcome attendees to bring cheeses, foods, and drinks from this geographic region.

The meeting will be held at 6:30pm on Tues, February 19 at City Farmers Nursery (http://www.cityfarmersnursery.com).  Map of parking and the meeting location: http://bit.ly/RtI8rX.

There will not be a meal or food truck provided, but members are welcome to bring snacks, drinks, and food to share as well as cheese.

Please RSVP using the link below so we can get an accurate head count:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dEV3eExlV0RnV2ZEUzM5MkstZktrQ1E6MA#gid=0

Agenda:

  • Club announcements
  • Scandinavian Cheeses

What to bring:

  • Cheeses and snacks to share (optional).
  • 2012/2013 Dues ($20), if not yet paid.  This year’s membership is valid through June 2013.  It is also be possible to pay online through PayPal.

Summary:

Queso Diego Featured in Culture Magazine

Queso Diego was recently featured in the Winter 2012 issue of Culture Magazine in an article by our Vice President, Ringo Firefly. In the article, Ringo discusses what it takes to start and run a cheese club. The article includes photos by our Treasurer, Larry Stein.

You can pick up a copy of the magazine at your local cheese shop or view the online version of the article here: http://culturecheesemag.com/diy/start-your-own-curd-club