Eden H.
09/02/2007
5 star rating

Now *that* is small town, old-fashioned service! I rushed over, and although I didn't have time to browse as fully as I would have liked (they didn't rush me, but I felt bad for keeping them there after closing), I was impressed with what I did find.

I purchased some bucheron at $15.50/lb, some Iberico at $16.50/lb, and a lovely chevrot at $11.99 for 200 grams.  The prices were comparable with any specialty cheese shop I've been to.  It looked like they had a pretty decent selection of cheeses, as well as some breads, desserts (e.g. flourless chocolate torte, basque cake, truffles, etc.), olives, and other various goodies.

I am so happy this store is here!!

Janice P.
01/01/2007
5 star rating

fresh sheep's milk made in Italy - a smooth semi-solid cheese with some texture, and Tevoliere, a cow and sheep's milk cheese also from Italy - a sharp, smooth and solid cheese. Both cheese were very good.  Both cheese were very good.  The best find:  Sweet Onion and Creme Fraiche Sourdough Flatbread from Rustic Bakery, made using only organic grains and seeds.  Rustic Bakery makes its breads by hand  in Larkspur.  Recommended cheese pairing:  triple cream brie, washed rind brie, aged Swiss Gruyere.  We also bought loaves of bread from Andrae's Bakery (Amador City) - my favorite is the cranberry walnut sourdough. Another good choice is blue cheese walnut.  

The store is nestled in a courtyard - not immediately visible from Main Street, but an employee was handing out free samples in front making it easier to locate.  Dedrick's is just down the street from The Bookery (also yelped).