Norway has become a cheese nation producing world-class cheese, as proven by international awards and World Championship medals, most recently at the Cheese World Championships in Oviedo, Spain.

A Cheese Platter Extravaganza
When creating a cheese platter, it's always delightful to include a variety of Norwegian hard cheeses. The renowned Fanaost, which took home the top prize at the World Cheese Awards in 2018, makes for an excellent choice.

Bufarost from Valdres, crafted from whole milk sourced from cows grazing on mountain pastures, has a rich, rounded texture and flavor that also earns it a spot on the platter.

Don't forget to include a bold blue cheese or two. Kraftkar from Tingvollost in Nordmøre earned the title of world's best cheese in 2016. Another noteworthy blue cheese is the delectable Nidelven Blå from Gangstad farm dairy.

A mild Camembert like BæråsCammen from Strandli Farm in Nordland is also a must-have for your platter. Pair it with a Brie from Thorbjørnrud in Hadeland or Dovre dairy’s Brie, which won gold at the World Cheese Awards in 2021, and finish it off with an intriguing washed-rind cheese from Himmelspannet in Hemsedal.

Jams and Quality Crackers
Include bread and crackers, such as Knekks Kjeks from Røros, or delicious flatbread, fig marmalade from Gangstad, and pear chili jelly from Ostegården. Honey and walnuts are also fantastic cheese companions.

Remember to Have a Nice Drink
For a cheese evening, the sparkling beverage Margaret, crafted from tart apples and rhubarb from Balholm in Sogn, makes an excellent choice. Its bright acidity and freshness complement cheese perfectly.

The non-alcoholic Fripa beer from the Norwegian brewery Klokk&Co pairs wonderfully with cheese and is ideal for those cozy summer nights!

Refreshing Non-Alcoholic Beverages for Cheese

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