There is something universally satisfying about slicing a knife through a piece of artisan cheese, from the aromatic flavours to cheese’s unique texture.
Whilst some may associate artisan dairy products with provincial France or other European countries, Australian producers pride themselves on creating creamy and flavoursome artisan cheeses. Fortunately for cheese lovers who find themselves in Queensland, there are numerous locales dotted throughout the state where artisan cheese and dairy products can be found.
Discover local (and also imported international) cheese in any of these five locations in Queensland:
- Local farmers markets in Brisbane, such as local marketeer Peta Hackworth’s markets at Kelvin Grove.
- Maleny in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland is home to the Maleny Cheese cheesery.
- The Atherton Tablelands in Tropical Queensland (near Cairns) is home to numerous boutique dairies.
- Boutique cheese producer Olympus Cheese (based in the Brisbane suburb of Coorparoo) crafts Greek-style cheeses.
- The areas surrounding the township of Kenilworth are home to boutique cheesemakers and other local handcraft food producers.
When you’re next embarking on a Queensland driving holiday, use the RACQ’s Trip Planner.
