Describe your Day to Day Role at France 44?
My role at France 44 changes almost daily. I spend much of my time behind the cheese counter, but am also known to trim steaks and make sandwiches. I'm also a member of our cheese buying team and I assistant manage the food business.
You recently became the NYD cheese buyer—what is it about the NYD cheeses specifically that made you fall in love with them?
I love how rooted in tradition the NYD cheeses are. These are cheeses that have been made for generations in the exact same fashion. That being said, these farms are so small that there can be great variation between batches. There's no greater rush behind the counter than opening a fresh wheel of an English Territorial. You never know what you'll find.
What’s tasting great in the case to you at the moment?
My favorite cheeses behind the counter right now is the Invierno! The texture is fabulous and it's hitting all the right sheepy notes.
How do you like to spend your time outside of work?
I spend my time outside of working riding my bicycle, playing with my dogs, reading books, and birdwatching.
Favorite local Pizza?
Fav pizza right now is the Kingfield from Northern fires