International Food Distributors, Inc. | Philadelphia Fine Cheese Importers

Holiday Selections

scott — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 15:57:39 +0000

International offers tips and serving suggestions for your favorite holiday cheeses. We can help you present a simple, yet elegant appetizer or dessert. Just contact us!

New Specialty Cheese From Holland

eric — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 15:48:29 +0000

Ciao Angelo is an 18 month aged Gouda with great crystallized texture and a refined caramel taste. Specially priced at $6.99 lb. A wonderful summer cheese…pair with fresh fruits and a light wine. 1/27 lb wheel

Saenkanter is a unique cheese, aged three years, with a nutty, slightly salty, butterscotch flavor. This cheese marries well with your favorite charcuterie and a rich red wine. 1/27 lb wheel

Imported from the Tuscany Region of Italy, IGP Rosali Crostini Crackers – made with Tuscan Herbs. Packed 10/7 oz decorative bags per case, we are offering these multi-shaped crackers at a special price of $21.99 per case. Enjoy these crackers in three flavors:

- Sea Salt and EVOO
- Rosemary
- Tangy Tomato

ROQUEFORT…is making a comeback! The recent reduction is mandated import duties made this classic French Cheese affordable again. We are talking dollars less per pound!

Our Recent Specialty Cheese Event

scott — Fri, 27 May 2011 14:58:21 +0000

A few of the cheeses and specialty crackers featured at Stauffers of Kissel, Lititz, PA., on May 21, 2011. These delicious varieties were also featured at McCaffrey’s Princeton on May 14 and at George’s Dreshertown Shop n Bag on May 15. Thanks to all of our host stores and to their amazing customers!

Tip: Summer Appetizer

scott — Fri, 27 May 2011 14:47:24 +0000

Spread fig jam on a specialty cracker (recommend La Panzanella Croccantini’s) and shred Manchego, or a nice Sardinian sheep’s milk cheese on top. Delicious and quick!

International Food Distributors

admin — Fri, 13 May 2011 12:49:27 +0000

Tip: Wine & Cheese Parties

admin — Fri, 13 May 2011 02:43:59 +0000

A great cheese will make an average wine taste great! The rules are relaxing for pairing cheeses with red or white wines – just make sure your selections are balanced.

Tip: Cheese Course

admin — Fri, 13 May 2011 02:43:33 +0000

Try an “elegant cheese course” as a pre-course to dessert. Serve with fruit or other sweet accompaniments such as chutney, fruit confections and honey.

Tip: Storing Cheese

admin — Fri, 13 May 2011 02:43:05 +0000

Fresh cut cheese is best – try to cut only what you intend to serve. Store uncut cheese in waxed or parchment paper, or use clear plastic wrap (colored wraps can leave odors).

Tip: Cheese Storage

admin — Fri, 13 May 2011 02:42:35 +0000

Re-wrap cheeses often to preserve freshness. Use tin foil for blue cheeses. Cheese should also avoid prolonged exposure to moisture and air.

Welcome to the Brand NEW Website!

admin — Wed, 11 May 2011 17:33:27 +0000

We launch our new website by honoring the past. They say that you cannot look ahead until you understand the past—and in the world of specialty cheese, understanding yesterday’s tastes often defines today’s varieties.

Recently, we brought three classics back into our repertoire: Mycella Danish Blue Cheese; Danbo With Caraway Seeds; and Danish Havarti (similar to Tilsit).

Mycella Danish Blue (Denmark)
Pasteurized Cow’s Milk, 2/3 lb
“Strong blue veins weave their way through a very sweet paste studded with slight crystallization owing to its six months of aging.” Blue Cheese category winner at the 2010 World Championship Cheese Contest.

Serving Suggestions: Serve as a dessert cheese with fruit and a sweet wine.

Danbo With Caraway Seeds (Denmark)
Pasteurized Cow’s Milk, 1/13 lb
“A soft, square cheese with small eyes (similar to Havarti) dotted with whole caraway seeds.”

Often referred to as “King Christian” cheese.

Serving Suggestions: Enjoy as an appetizer with your choice of charcuterie, olives and cornichons. Slice onto your ham, turkey, roast beef or corned beef sandwich or Panini.

Danish Havarti (similar to Tilsit)
Pasteurized Cow’s Milk, 1/9 lb
“A washed rind, loaf-shaped cheese with a buttery, nutty, and somewhat tangy flavor.”

Serving Suggestions: The firm paste holds its shape for cubing or slicing, but can be melted. Enjoy as an appetizer cheese with a bold red wine; add to salads for a change of taste and texture; or use it on your favorite Panani instead of traditional Cheddar or Havarti.