Cheesemaking Workshop and Clog Tour
Do this because
- Hands-on experience: Learn the craft of cheese-making from start to finish, from milk to delicious farmhouse cheese.
- Personalized guidance: Be guided by an expierenced cheesemaker who will lead you step-by-step through the process.
- Expert insights: Discover the history, culture and secrets of the area with a knowledgeable guide during the cheese and clog demonstration.
What to expect
Ever wondered how that delicious Gouda cheese is made? Learn the craft of making cheese at a Dutch cheese farm! Enjoy a guided tour and taste some of the best cheeses, biscuits and wine that Holland has to offer.
Starting out with milk from the local cows, learn about the steps involved in making cheese. Mixing, heating, pressing and eventually eating, of course! Make your own little farmer's cheese. This is a very young cheese that can be eaten directly or ripened at home using liquid plastic as a cover around the cheese.
After the workshop, you will take a guided tour in the clog factory. See a piece of wood turn into footwear and learn about the different varieties of clogs.
Important to know
Know in advance:
- During the workshop, you will make your cheese using raw (cow) milk fresh from the dairy farm
- At the end of the workshop, you will receive your own cheese which is very young at this point. It is possible to ripen the cheese at home under certain circumstances, information will be provided during the workshop
- The duration of the workshop is about 2.5 hours, including the tour through the clog factory.
What’s included
Tasting cheese, typical Dutch biscuits and a sip of local fruit wine in the shop
All materials needed for the cheesemaking workshop
Young fresh cheese
What’s not included
Ripened cheese
Food and drinks
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins., Receive a 50% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Pickup points
To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.
Provider
Simonehoeve
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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