Eastern Cape
Beaconsfield
 Beaconsfield Farm, between Hofmeyr and Steynsburg
 049 842 1511
 clord@xsinet.co.za
The sheep’s milk cheese and
lactose-free yoghurt are raking in
the awards. The range includes
halloumi, ricotta, pecorino, feta
and gouda, increasingly stocked
in Garden Route supermarkets and
elsewhere. Make an appointment
to taste and buy or for a tour. | Free State
Papas Greek Cheese Manufacturers
8 Grey Street, Hilton,
Bloemfontein
051 4304354/4743
manic@mweb.co.za
Costa Papas runs this business
that was originally started by his
parents. The popular halloumi
braai cheese goes down well
in the braai capital of South
Africa, and they make pecorino,
parmesan, roquefort, gorgonzola
and Danish feta as well. A
recent addition to the list is the
new ricotta; while you’re there
be sure to get some imported
Greek-style olives to go with
the cheese. |
| Free State
Bellissimo Cheese House and Deli
Post House Corner Main and Market Streets, Clarens
082 093 2374
bellisimodeli@gmail.com
A collection of imported cheeses and deli products provides a feast for your taste buds, and the crumbly, creamy Gorgonzola converts many into exotic-cheese lovers. Also for sale are mild cheeses like fresh Asiago, rigato, cumin Gouda and Emmenthal, as well as strong cheeses like Fox & Crow Cheddar, pecorino, drunken pecorino and Old Asiago. Buy your fresh baguettes, deli meats and cheeses for a weekend picnic. | Gauteng
Greenways Fine Cheese
Kayalami Shopping Centre, Cnr 55th and Dytchley Road, Kayalami
011 466 2001
greenways@global.co.za
 www.greenwayscheeses.co.za
Certified organic Ayreshire and goat’s milk cheeses are the focus here. Choose between organic gouda flavoured with cumin or stinging nettles; pepper feta; pecorino; and smooth cream cheese. Although cheese is the main attraction, the quality of the organic milk and butter shouldn’t be overlooked. The thick, creamy yoghurt is another highlight – you’ll want to serve it for dessert rather than breakfast! |
| Gauteng
Cremalat
Garden of Klaus Wassenthal, 88 Celliers Street, Sunnyside;
011 822 8320
claudiog@icon.co.za
This Joburg-based business
takes weekly trips behind the
boerewors curtain. All the classics
are there, from drunken pecorino
and ricotta to buffalo mozzarella,
as well as a good selection of
SA cheeses (including a fantastic
gorgonzola-style cheese).
There’s also a range of coffees,
hand-made pastas and olive-oilmarinated
seasonal vegetables. | Winelands
Mooivallei Cheese
Ashton Road (opposite Golf course),
Bonnievale
023 616 3912
hendrik@mooivallei.co.za
The newly refurbished premises
will allow more room for the
display of aged cheddar, gouda,
halloumi and pecorino. Alongside
the more traditional jams and
preserves are some unusual items
like rose petal jam and a green
bean and coconut curry sauce. |
| Winelands
La Masseria Cheese
Delvera Farm, R44 Stellenbosch/Klapmuts Road
021 884 4940
lamaseria@morningmilk.co.za
Whether hard and soft or tangy and smooth, La Masseria pays homage to the art of Italian-style cheeses. Cream cheeses and pecorino take the cake, and the picture-perfect mozzarella balls cry out for tomatoes and fresh basil. Pasta, oils and sweet things make this a one-stop shop. |
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