Jeanette Young's life has been a delightfully cheesy adventure, one where passion and expertise intertwine like the perfect wine and cheese pairing. With over 36 years immersed in the hospitality world, this Melbourne cheesemonger has carved out a reputation as a true fromage aficionado.
Her love affair with cheese began as an apprentice chef in French fine dining, where she fell head-over-heels for the art of transforming simple ingredients into gastronomic masterpieces. But it was the humble cheese course that truly stole her heart, igniting a lifelong obsession with the magical world of curds and cultures.
A Cheese Education Extraordinaire
Jeanette's thirst for cheese knowledge is as insatiable as her love for the stuff itself. She's a proud holder of a Level 1 Associate certification from the Academy of Cheese, and is currently pursuing her Level 2 Membership with the fervor of a true cheese zealot.
Her cheese education doesn't stop there. Jeanette has also completed the "Beyond Home Cheesemaking" course at the Cheese School in Castlemaine, Victoria, further honing her skills in the art of cultured cheesemaking under the guidance of experienced cheesemaker Judy Gifford. This hands-on experience has allowed her to elevate her craft and deepen her understanding of the intricate processes involved in creating artisanal cheeses.
Her cheese pilgrimage recently took her to the hallowed grounds of France, where she completed sensory analysis training with international cheese judge, Sue Sturman in the prestigious Makers and Mongers program. Talk about a cheese lover's dream come true! While in Paris, Jeanette had the distinct honor of judging at the renowned Concours Général Agricole, rubbing shoulders with the crème de la crème of the cheese world.
Back home in Australia, Jeanette continues to share her cheese wisdom as an associate judge with the DIAA, ensuring that only the finest fromages make it to our plates.
Chatting Cheese in Melbourne
When she's not busy judging or studying cheese, you'll find Jeanette working her magic as the Cheesemonger and Deli Manager at Bill's Farm Deli in Melbourne's iconic Queen Victoria Market. This renowned establishment has earned a reputation as one of the city's best delicatessens and cheese shops, thanks in no small part to Jeanette's curatorial talents.
But her cheese evangelism doesn't stop there. Jeanette runs her own cheese blog, "Cheesemonger Jeanette," where she shares her expertise and hosts pop-up events featuring cheese tastings and beverage pairings that are nothing short of heavenly. Her passion project, "The Beer and Cheese Theory," takes things to another level, curating unique beer and cheese pairing experiences that are sure to delight even the most discerning of palates.
The Secret Ingredient: Passion
What truly sets Jeanette apart is her unwavering passion for all things cheese and culinary. She's a natural-born educator, always eager to impart her cheese knowledge to others in a constructive and engaging manner. Her attention to detail, proactive thinking, and excellent personal management skills ensure that every cheese experience she curates is nothing short of perfection. But above all, it's her infectious enthusiasm and joie de vivre that truly make her a kindred spirit to cheese lovers everywhere.
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