Valley Shepherd Creamery

Valley Shepherd Creamery is an artisanal cheese making farm located in Long Valley, New Jersey, United States. The creamery is known for its traditional European methods of cheese making, producing over 30 varieties of cheese from the milk of their own herd of sheep, goats, and cows.

History

Valley Shepherd Creamery was established in 2005 by Eran Wajswol and Debra Van Sickle. The couple, both former IT professionals, decided to venture into cheese making after a trip to Europe where they were inspired by the traditional methods of cheese production.

Cheese Production

Valley Shepherd Creamery produces a variety of cheeses using the milk from their own herd of over 600 sheep, goats, and cows. The creamery follows traditional European methods of cheese making, which includes aging the cheeses in natural caves. Some of the popular cheeses produced by the creamery include cheddar, gouda, and blue cheese.

Educational Programs

In addition to cheese production, Valley Shepherd Creamery also offers educational programs and tours to the public. These programs aim to educate visitors about the process of cheese making, from milking the animals to aging the cheese.

Recognition

Valley Shepherd Creamery has received numerous awards for their cheeses, including the American Cheese Society's first place award for their 'Shepherd's Basket' cheese in 2012.

See Also

• List of cheesemakers
• Cheese
• Artisan cheese