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What\u2019s more, most of these popular Boston hot spots offer much more than cheese, so show up curious, hungry, <\/span>and<\/span><\/i> thirsty. Tastings (both cheese <\/span>and<\/span><\/i> wine!), gourmet sandwiches, classes, jams, and jellies all vie for your attention as you browse the towering wheels and wedges for your new favorite gouda.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Tip:<\/span><\/b> Check websites or call ahead as each shop has differing hours, payment options, and also special events (like tastings!) you may not want to miss.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If there is such a thing as the \u201cbig cheese\u201d of Boston cheese shops, it\u2019s undoubtedly <\/span>Formaggio Kitchen<\/span><\/a>. Topping best-of lists for years and showing no signs of slowing down, Formaggio is a bit of a legend, and rightly so. The owners literally travel the world, meeting with farmers and cheesemongers, bringing back only the best to share with their loyal Boston fanbase.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Their fastidiously curated inventory boasts small production cheeses from tiny European villages and local New England farms alike. They even have their own cheese-aging cellar at their Cambridge location \u2014 and Julia Childs herself was reportedly a fan.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Fine-weather tip:<\/span><\/b> For that livin-la-vida local experience, come hungry and get one of the South End location\u2019s fabulous sandwiches (and perhaps a block of your new favorite cheese, because, well, <\/span>of course<\/span><\/i>), and enjoy it on a bench in nearby Peters Park.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Bacco\u2019s Wine & Cheese<\/span><\/a> in Boston\u2019s swanky Back Bay neighborhood is a fresh and fragrant delight. With a focus on sourcing sustainably made products from artisanal producers, curious foodies can quiz the knowledgeable cheesemongers whilst munching samples and exploring the accompanying wines and gourmet groceries.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Customer experience is a priority here and endorsed by regulars. The owner, Bob Bacco, has even been known to mingle amongst the browsers, sharing suggestions and personal favorites. Ask one of the staff \u2014 or perhaps Bob himself \u2014 to help you curate a bespoke wine and cheese basket for yourself or a friend.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Bonus:<\/span><\/b> Love supporting women makers? Bacco\u2019s dedicates <\/span>a page on its website specifically showcasing a selection of women-made cheeses they carry<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Want to pair your cheese with some air-conditioned, luxury retail therapy? Head to <\/span>Eataly\u2019s \u201cSalumi & Formaggi\u201d counter<\/span><\/a> at Boston\u2019s Prudential Center in the Back Bay. Yes, we hear you, Eataly <\/span>is<\/span><\/i> a large international chain, but boy does its Boston cheese counter bring the knowledge, flavor, and fun.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Be prepared for crowds: Eataly has something for <\/span>everyone<\/span><\/i> \u2014 and <\/span>everyone<\/span><\/i> is there. You also need a bit of tunnel vision if you want to make it to the cheese counter without eating all the chocolate, pizza, and pastries along the way.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n But when you get there, it\u2019s worth it. Big, beautiful display cases showcase a mouthwatering array of cheeses from all over the world as well as locally sourced. Keep an eye on the wine shop next\u00a0 to the cheesemongers as they often have little wine tastings going on. What better way to wash down that cheese?\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Enjoy touring Boston by following the cheese? Knock two more beloved Boston neighborhoods off your must-see list by visiting both the South Boston (\u201cSouthie\u201d to the locals) and Dorchester (\u201cDot\u201d) outposts of <\/span>American Provisions<\/span><\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n On a mission to strengthen community through food, American Provisions carefully hand-selects a variety of local and international cheeses for its two shops, placing animal welfare as a top priority.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Overwhelmed by all the choices, and want to take everything in the shop home with you? You\u2019re not alone. It\u2019s pricey, but you could consider investing $80 in \u201cThe Cheese Lover\u201d <\/span>gift box<\/span><\/a>. Filled with their finest selections of cow, goat, sheep, and blue, as well as the perfect accompaniments, it’s a perfect solution for those who just can\u2019t decide.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Looking for quaint Boston cheese shop perfection? <\/span>Bricco Salumeria<\/span><\/a> is hidden away down a little old-world North End alleyway \u2014 you gotta <\/span>know<\/span><\/i> it\u2019s there to find it. And that\u2019s just how the locals like it. (Warning: Don\u2019t get confused by its similarly named sister restaurant on bustling Hanover Street).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n A man named Joe, who grew up in Italy, has been making the fresh mozzarella cheese by hand at Bricco\u00a0 for years. Of course, you\u2019ll need something (or <\/span>many<\/span><\/i> things) to go with your handmade mozzarella, so save some dollars in your wallet and some room in your waistband to try their handmade pasta and fresh bakery bread.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Fine weather tip:<\/span><\/b> Grab a friend (because <\/span>portions are large,<\/span><\/i> people) and Bricco\u2019s signature <\/span>Panino<\/span><\/i> sandwich (featuring their handmade mozzarella) and head to the nearby Rose Kennedy Greenway for a little <\/span>al fresco<\/span><\/i> dining.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Curds & Co. prides itself on providing a non-intimidating and fun cheese shop experience. The dedicated owners work and travel long and hard to source the best cheese from around the world. But the company\u2019s mission is to present the cheese \u2014 and all the fabulous things that go <\/span>with<\/span><\/i> cheese (um, wine anyone?) \u2014 to their loyal community in a fun-loving and approachable way.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Curds & Co<\/span><\/a>.\u2019s flagship store is in Brookline, but they also run a <\/span>thriving outpost at Boston Public Market<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>an indoor, year-round marketplace featuring a wonderful variety of New England vendors.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You can also check out Curds & Co.\u2019s latest venture, <\/span>Boards & Co<\/span><\/a>.<\/span> Here you can find your own unique \u201ccheese board personality\u201d<\/a> and the owners share their international cheese-scouting trips via YouTube.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n A tad off-the-beaten-path and with an unassuming storefront, you\u2019d probably miss Harry\u2019s Cheese and Cold Cuts <\/span>(98 Blackstone St.)<\/span><\/i> if you didn\u2019t know about it or weren\u2019t looking for it. But don\u2019t let its modest shop front fool you. Harry\u2019s top notch cheeses at reachable prices have been collecting shout-outs and praise from longtime loyal locals and return-visitors for decades.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Roy (Harry\u2019s son-in-law) runs the shop now and still focuses on finding the best cheese for the best price from both home and abroad. Some past curious foodie finds at Harry\u2019s include lavender-rosemary gouda and Guinness cheddar.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n But plan your visit! These days, you\u2019ll only catch Harry\u2019s open on Fridays and Saturdays, 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n A relatively new kid on the Boston cheese block, <\/span>Kured<\/span><\/a> in Boston\u2019s Beacon Hill neighborhood<\/span>,<\/span> offers a unique \u201ccharcuterie made easy\u201d experience that locals and visitors alike are coming to love. Why just have cheese when you can have cheese <\/span>and<\/span><\/i> everything that goes perfectly with it?\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Opened in June 2021 by enterprising recent Boston College grad Gilli Rozynek, this inspiring business grew directly out of Gilli\u2019s own experience living in Spain. Gilli loved how people seemed to truly connect over the simplest things (i.e., meat, cheese, and conversation). And thus, Kured was born.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Perhaps one of the coolest aspects of Kured is its awesome, forward-thinking<\/span>,<\/span> \u201ccollab culture\u201d approach. Through its unique artist-partnering program, artists can apply to showcase their work in Kured\u2019s prime Beacon Hill shop space. But that\u2019s not all: Kured artists can earn royalties by developing their own limited edition charcuterie box to be sold at Kured for the length of their installation.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nFormaggio Kitchen (South End & Cambridge)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Bacco\u2019s Wine & Cheese (Back Bay)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
Eataly (Back Bay)<\/span><\/h2>\n
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American Provisions (South Boston and Dorchester)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
Bricco Salumeria (North End)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Curds & Co. (Brookline & Haymarket)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Harry\u2019s Cheese and Cold Cuts (Haymarket)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
Kured (Beacon Hill)<\/span><\/h2>\n
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