Regional Specialties and Hidden Gems
Bergues
- Type: Semi-hard washed rind - Milk: Cow's milk 🌿 - Origin: Near Dunkirk - Characteristics: Washed with beer, regional prideBorder Influence: The proximity to Belgium shows in this beer-washed cheese. Local breweries collaborate with cheesemakers, creating unique flavor profiles.
Cœur d'Arras
- Type: Soft washed rind - Milk: Cow's milk 🌿 - Origin: Artois region - Characteristics: Heart-shaped, strong flavorRevival Story: Nearly extinct, this cheese was revived by a cooperative of women cheesemakers who researched historical recipes and adapted them for modern palates.