Artisan Cheeses of Western New York

May 17, 2017


Cornell Cooperative Extension of Erie County and Harvest New York present Artisan Cheeses of Western New York. Western New York is producing some of the most interesting and most thoughtfully created artisan cheeses in the state. Cornell Cooperative Extension Dairy Processing Specialist (and Harvest NY team member) Carl Moody will give an overview of the cheese-making process and share what artisan cheesemakers are doing in the region as well as samples of some of their best work.

The cost of this workshop is $10.00.

Registration and additional workshop information can be found on the CCE Erie website or by contacting CCE at 716-652-5400 x176 or email Eva McKendry. Class size is limited to 20 people, so please register early.

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