FLYNN'S EXPERIENCES Cheesemonger for the Evening

A private hands-on cheese experience for up to four people — £150 per group

Spend around two hours behind the counter at Flynn’s, learning the practical skills and product knowledge involved in working as a cheesemonger.

Led by a member of the Flynn’s team who works directly with our cheese counter, you’ll taste your way through a contrasting selection of artisan cheeses while learning how to assess their condition, describe their character and handle them properly.

This is more than a guided cheese tasting. You’ll get hands-on with the tools and techniques used behind the counter, including cutting different shapes of cheese, wrapping pieces correctly and preparing cheese for storage and service.

What you’ll learn

• The key differences between fresh, soft, hard, blue and washed-rind cheeses
• How milk type, production method and maturity influence flavour and texture
• How to assess the appearance, aroma, texture and condition of a cheese
• How cheesemongers describe cheese clearly without relying on jargon
• How to use cheese knives, wires and other counter equipment
• How to cut wheels, wedges and individual portions accurately
• How to minimise waste when portioning cheese
• How to wrap different cheeses correctly
• How to store cheese without drying it out or damaging its flavour
• When to remove cheese from the fridge before serving
• How to recommend cheese based on someone’s existing tastes
• How to build confidence when buying from a cheese counter

You’ll also hear about the cheesemakers and producers represented in the tasting, how Flynn’s chooses cheeses for the counter and what we look for when assessing new products.

As part of the experience, your group will select, cut and wrap 2kg of cheese in total using the skills you have learned. You’ll take your complete cheese selection home with you at the end of the evening.

The experience is relaxed, practical and suitable for both complete beginners and committed cheese lovers. The price covers the full private experience, guided tasting and 2kg take-home cheese selection for up to four people rather than being charged per person.

Buy now and book later

You don’t need to choose a date before purchasing. Once your order has been placed, we’ll contact you with a selection of available dates and arrange a suitable time with you.

Private experiences take place by prior arrangement at Flynn’s Delicatessen in Swansea. Please let us know about any allergies, intolerances or accessibility requirements when arranging your booking.