France’s first cheese museum, the Musée du Fromage, has opened in Paris. Visitors to the new space can learn about cheese and taste it.
Opened on 14 June, the Musée du Fromage is operated by Paroles de Fromagers Ltd, created in 2013 by the museum’s founder Pierre Brisson.
The new museum offers an educational and interactive experience, with guests exploring France’s cheesemaking heritage and regions.
Musée du Fromage
Brisson told the Guardian: “My father would take me to the cheesemonger every Sunday after mass; I was at the height of the display and would look at all the marvellous cheeses in front of my eyes.
“I became fascinated by where they came from and how they were made.”
At the Musée du Fromage, guests can watch a demonstration of how different cheeses are made, take part in a cheese tasting experience, and learn the history of cheese via interactive displays.
The venue includes dedicated rooms for workshops and events, a traditional creamery and cheese shop, and a gift shop.
France’s cheesemaking heritage
“When I moved to Paris I realised there were lots of places promoting wine, its culture and how it is made and lots of shops selling cheese, but nothing showing people how it is made,” Brisson said.
“My dream is that in 20 years’ time someone will say they decided to become a cheesemaker after visiting the museum.”
As above, the museum was also created to encourage young people to consider a career in the cheesemaking industry.
The Musée du Fromage is located in a 17th-century building on Île Saint-Louis, close to Notre Dame Cathedral.
Image courtesy of Paroles de Fromagers
