“THE BEST SELECTION OF FINE CHEESES IN THE SOUTH SHORE”
We love cheese. We know you will love our selection of the finest international and Canadian cheeses. Stop by and explore! We know you’ll find a cheese you’ll love for your next get together!
This love affair with cheese spans cultures and generations, from creamy bries to sharp cheddars, each variety offering a unique taste experience. It highlights the joy of discovering new flavors, the art of pairing, and the simple pleasure of indulging in one of the world’s most beloved comfort foods. Whether melted, sliced, or crumbled, cheese remains a true culinary treasure that brings people together.
Please note our Cheese Selection varies often. Visit us often to find out our newest selections.
NEW SPRING ARRIVALS!
The name of this cheese refers to the nickname given to Jean-Baptiste Grenon : the Hercules of the North. According to legend, this strongman from Baie-Saint-Paul was taken prisoner in 1759 by Wolfe's troops. However, he was quickly released, as no soldier was able to control his legendary physical strength.
Hercule de Charlevoix is an artisanal cheese with a pinkish-copper rind and a firm, smooth, supple texture that becomes slightly grainy with ageing. It exudes a distinct buttery aroma with a farmhouse note. The taste reveals flavors of nuts, butter, and grain, with a fruity finish.
Made from pasteurized cow's milk
Country of origin: Canada
Region : Derbyshire
Family: Blue
Type: matured firm cheese
Texture: nuts, butter, grain and a fruity finish
A soft washed-rind cheese made from milk of local Jersey cows in the Temiscouata region of Quebec. This sticky and lactic cheese can become wonderfully runny when ripe.
The pungent aroma of this cheese belies its highly prized flavour. It is without a doubt the most flavourful cheese produced by Fromagerie Le Détour.
This cheese has a light orange rind and an ivory-coloured paste with a chalky centre which becomes smooth and even runny as it ripens. It features strong wood and farm aromas along with medium-intensity flavours that are lactic, delicately tart and nutty.
Enjoyed with a little wine, this cheese will please the most discerning palates.
Made from pasteurized cow's milk
Country of origin: Canada
Region: Temiscouata
Type: soft, medium intensity, artisan
Texture: soft, creamy, sweet, woody
ALEXIS DE PORTNEUF TREASURE BLUE
A place of clean air and clear light. Nearby, the flowing waters of the Sainte-Anne River. Just beyond, the rolling hills of the Laurentians.
Treasure Blue is a blue-veined cheese made from pasteurized cow's milk. Many of our Alexis de Portneuf cheeses have won the world’s most prestigious awards.
Ripened for 60 days in controlled temperature and moisture conditions, it develops a creamy texture with a sharp, fruity yet mellow taste. Its creaminess allows it to melt and spread easily, making it ideal as a dip for crunchy vegetables or in gourmet sauce recipes.
Made from pasteurized cow's milk
Country of origin: Canada
Region: Saint-Raymond de Portneuf
Family: Blue
Type: semi-firm, creamy, smooth, artisan
Texture: semi firm blue
LA DAME DU LAC Le DETOUR
Its name highlights the beauty of the emblematic flower of the City of Notre-Dame-du-Lac, the pink daylily. Produced from skimmed cow’s milk, this cheese baffles many with its softness and delicacy. Under its mixed rind are hidden aromas of mushrooms. Its ivory paste has a delicate taste and becomes runny when aged.
2nd Place British Empire Cheese Competition 2017. Fromagerie le Detour
Made from pasteurized goat's milk
Country of origin: Canada
Region : Bas-Saint-Laurent
Family: Blue
Type: Soft
Flavor: Medium intensity, creamy texture, fruity, hidden aromas of mushroom
GREY OWL Le DETOUR
Grey Owl is a Canadian surface-ripened goat's milk cheese produced by Fromagerie Le Detour in Notre-Dame-du-Lac, Quebec. It is named after revolutionary conservationist Archibald Belaney, fondly known as Grey Owl, for his fascination with Native American culture.
This irresistible cheese is made exclusively from goat’s milk. Its pure white paste coated with a light veil of vegetable ash gives it a special character. Its texture is creamy and its gray color and smooth texture will enhance your cheese platters.
Selection Casseus 2023 Bronze. Fromagerie le Detour
Enjoyed with a little wine, this cheese will please the most discerning palates.
Made from pasteurized cow's milk
Country of origin: Canada
Region: Temiscouata
Type: soft, medium intensity, artisan
Texture: soft, creamy, sweet, woody
LE VERDICT D’ALEXINA Le DETOUR
Le Verdict d'Alexina has an orangey rind and a smooth cream-coloured texture. It features lactic aromas and mild, balanced flavours that combine the three types of milks. Introduced in 2014 on the occasion of the World Acadian Congress, its label bears the colours of the Acadian flag.
As for the name Alexina, which is associated with the Acadian culture, it is also the name of the cheesemakers' daughter. The idea of opening a cheese dairy first occurred to Mario Quirion at the end of the 90's.
Made from pasteurized goat, sheep and cow’s milk
Country of origin: Canada
Region: Lower St. Lawrence
Family: Soft Brie
Type: soft, creamy, smooth, artisan
Flavor: High intensity, creamy, flavors of mushroom and lactic
Tomme du Kamouraska is a semi-soft cheese with a natural rind. It is made exclusively with milk produced on the farm. Its unique flavor is the result of prolonged maturation in underground cellars.
Enjoy in thin slices to discover all the delicacy of this raw sheep's milk cheese.
Depending on the season, the cheesemaker sometimes stores up more than 8 months of aging. At this age, the cheese is tastier and a little drier. A delight to discover!
Made from pasteurized sheep's milk
Country of origin: Canada
Region : Le Mouton Blanc, La Pocatière
Family: Tomme
Type: Matured firm cheese
Flavour: Butter, hazelnuts, fruit
This soft, bloomy-rind cheese is made from pasteurized milk and cream. As it ages, its creamy texture becomes coated in a beautiful white cloud. Its buttery flavor complements the mushroom aromas of its rind. Your heart will melt with joy when you taste this very smooth cheese.
Here is our latest addition, the cream of the cream. This small cheese of about 110 grams transports us into the world of richness and creaminess. Made in very small quantities, this triple-cream has a creamy paste wrapped with a beautiful white cloud. The taste of butter nicely blends with mushroom aroma of the crust.
Its name illustrates the sweetness of life in our region, in harmony with the nature that surrounds us.
Made from pasteurized cow's milk
Country of origin: Canada
Region: Temiscouata
Type: soft, medium intensity, artisan
Texture: soft, buttery, creamy, sweet,
SENTINELLE (available May 1st)
Soft cheese, washed rind – goat milk
Under a lovely orange rind, a pure semi-soft white paste with goatee taste and a zest of flavour from the washed rind. Even when young, its texture is pleasant and it becomes softer and creamier with age.
Despite appearances, however, this was a wonderfully pungent cheese, creamy and oozing, with a complex, nutty, mushroomy flavor swirling with the essence of hay and barnyard, but without being overwhelming to the palette; a particular feat for a washed goat, as goat can develop quite a kick as it crests the peak.
Awards - American Cheese Society 2nd place 2013, 1st place 2008
Made from pasteurized goat's milk
Country of origin: Canada
Region: Temiscouata-sur-le-Lac
Family: Very Soft, Ripened
Type: Very soft, creamy, smooth, artisan
Weydeland Rijck is a beautiful crumbly cheese! The cheese has had a long ripening time in the warehouse. As a result, the cheese is very ripe in taste and crumbles. The small maturation crystals that are in the cheese crackle in the mouth. The Weydeland Rijck is full of aromas and is characteristic in taste and will give you an overwhelming tasting experience.
Since the beginning of 2021, the cows of CONO cheesemakers eat GMO-free supplements. This means that these supplements do not contain any genetically modified substances. 80% of the supplements comes directly from the region. This means paying attention to humans, animals and the environment.
Made from pasteurized cow's milk
Country of origin: Holland
Region : Le Mouton Blanc, Weydeland Kaas
Family: Gouda
Type: Matured firm cheese
Flavour: Nutty, caramel flavors
Hatley Road is a firm farmstead cheese, certified organic. A four months ripening enhanced its distinct floral and fruity aroma. Origin : Fromagerie La Station de Compton
The Hatley Road gets its name from the road that was used by the stage-coaches traveling between Quebec City and Boston. Today, it's along this road that the farm and cheese factory are situated.
Aged 60 days or more
American Cheese Society Awards 2nd place 2024. Selection Caseus Category Winner 2023
Made from pasteurized cow's milk
Country of origin: Canada
Region: Compton, Quebec
Type: Tomme, firm, medium intensity, artisan
Texture: Floral, Fruity, Firm, aromatic flavourful
BLEU DES CAUSSES AOP
Soft cheese, washed rind – goat milk
A PDO full of power. The Bleu des Causses is a French blue-veined cheese, matured in limestone caves, distinguished by its full-bodied taste and melting texture It is made from cow's milk and is known for its fruity aromas and natural bloomy rind
It is made in the Causses, a region located in the Gorges du Tarn, in Aveyron, and in the departments of Lozère and Lot, in Franc
Bleu des Causses has a full-bodied, distinctive taste, with fruity notes and a slightly spicy aftertaste. Its texture is melting and pleasant on the palate
The cheese is matured in natural limestone caves, which gives it its unique taste
Made from pasteurized cows's milk
Country of origin: France
Region: Massif Central
Family: Blue, Ripened
Type: soft, creamy, smooth, artisan
Availability of below cheeses is subject to change.
One of the world’s best known and much-loved cheeses, Stilton is often called the King of Cheese. The history of Stilton can be traced back to the early 18th century. The recipe used has changed slightly over time but it remains a prized cheese.
Stilton is one of the few cheeses to carry a Protected Designation of Origin Certification, meaning it can only be called Stilton if it’s made to a special recipe, from local milk in three counties in England; Derbyshire, Leicestershire, and Nottinghamshire. There are now only 6 cheesemakers in the world licensed to make Stilton.
Made from pasteurized cow's milk
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Region : Derbyshire
Family: Blue
Type: semi-hard, artisan
Texture: rich tangy flavor, smooth
A soft washed-rind cheese made from milk of local Jersey cows in the Temiscouata region of Quebec. This sticky and lactic cheese can become wonderfully runny when ripe.
The pungent aroma of this cheese belies its highly prized flavour. It is without a doubt the most flavourful cheese produced by Fromagerie Le Détour.
This cheese has a light orange rind and an ivory-coloured paste with a chalky centre which becomes smooth and even runny as it ripens. It features strong wood and farm aromas along with medium-intensity flavours that are lactic, delicately tart and nutty.
Enjoyed with a little wine, this cheese will please the most discerning palates.
Made from pasteurized cow's milk
Country of origin: Canada
Region: Temiscouata
Type: soft, medium intensity, artisan
Texture: soft, creamy, sweet, woody
The Shropshire Blue is a semi-firm blue cheese, with a flavour similar to a combination of Stilton and Cheshire. It is recognized easily by its characteristic orange colour and orange/brown rind.
Full-flavoured and unpressed, this bright orange cheese has a surprisingly smooth texture. A golden, russett rind forms after each cheese is made by hand, creating a sharp, tangy cheese that stands out among its blue brethern. A peppery Pinot Noir balances out the robust flavor of this cheese lingering on the palate.
Made from pasteurized cow's milk
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Region: Nottinghamshire
Family: Blue
Type: semi-firm, creamy, smooth, artisan
Texture: semi firm blue
The Raclette Cognac is a flavoured version of the traditional recipe. It is excellent to diversify the selection of cheeses that are normally served with this meal. This particular version of reclette is unique because it is rubbed with a special cognac solution.
FLAVOUR: The cognac does not overpower the cheese but does elevate the flavour. Is has some fruity notes with a long finish.
Made from pasteurized cow's milk
Country of origin: France
Region: Bretagne
Type: semi-firm ripened, artisan
Texture: soft, creamy, sweet, woody
Unlike most truffle cheeses, Moliterno is aged for several months and then only the most flawless wheels are selected to become Tartufos. They are then sent to the Northern part of the island - truffle country! Further aging then occurs, during which the wheels are also rubbed with truffle oil.
The height of luxury, the fudgey and dense Moliterno is a truffle-lovers must-have. The intense truffle flavour balances in perfect harmony against the earthier notes of the sheeps milk and each bite literally melts in your mouth.
Drizzle your next piece in honey for a truly sublime, sweet & savoury delight.
Made from pasteurized sheep's milk
Country of origin: Italy
Region : Sardina
Family: Pecorino
Type: “fudgey” & dense
Texture: melt in your mouth
Beemster Classic Cheese won a Super Gold medal at the 2014 World Cheese Awards, where It was declared one of the world's 62 best cheeses.
Beemster cheese is a hard, Dutch cow's milk cheese. Production of Beemster is similar to other hard cheeses such as Gouda.
The specific taste of Beemster stems from the ingredients (milk from grass grown on sea-clay in a polder 4 meters below sea-level), that part of the production process (the stirring of the curd) is done by hand, and that the cheeses are ripened in changing conditions.
Made from pasteurized cow's milk
Country of origin: Holland
Region: Nothern
Family: Gouda
Texture: firm, creamy
Saint Agur is a blue-veined cheese made from pasteurized cow's milk in the village of Beauzac in the mountainous French region of Auvergne. Since 1988, the Bongrain cheese company, now known as Savencia Fromage & Dairy, has been producing this double-cream cheese.
Ripened for 60 days in controlled temperature and moisture conditions, it develops a creamy texture with a sharp, fruity yet mellow taste. Its creaminess allows it to melt and spread easily, making it ideal as a dip for crunchy vegetables or in gourmet sauce recipes.
CENDRE DE CHARLEVOIX
The Ash of the Grand Gardens of Charlevoix.
The Cendré has an orange rind and a light yellow, supple and creamy interior, with a line of ash in its center. Rich with the scent of grassy meadows, it also offers a slightly sharp dairy note and a pleasant fruitiness.I ts aromas are vegetal and its flavors, lactic, slightly acidic and fruity.
Its name refers to the numerous forest fires that have affected the Grands-Jardins National Park in recent years. These fires have greatly changed the landscape of the park, located near the Laiterie Charlevoix.
Made from cow’s milk
Country of origin: Canada
Region : Quebec
Family:
Type: semi-soft, artisan
Texture: Supple and unctuous
MERLOT BELLAVITANO
Sartori Reserve Merlot BellaVitano. Merlot BellaVitano is a unique Cheddar -Parmesan inspired Italian farmstead cow's cheese immersed in fine Merlot wine to give it extra tang and a delicious merlot flavour. The liquor marination adds hints of berry and plum to the nutty, fruity flavours of the rich, creamy BellaVitano. A Sartori-family original, this gourmet cheese is a celebrated silver medal winner at the 2014 World Cheese Awards.
This artisan cheese tastes delicious with dried nuts, dried fruits, crusty Italian bread and crusty French bread. Try pairing the cheese with wines such as Shiraz, Merlot and Pinot Noir. You can also pair India pale ale, hoppy pilsners or wheat beers with the cheese for a great combination.
Made from pasteurized cow's milk
Country of origin: United States
Region : Wisconsin
Type: semi-hard, artisan
Texture: creamy and crystalline
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We are dedicated to crafting dishes that celebrate both local and exotic ingredients. We cook from scratch combining diverse flavors, resulting in a delightful HodgePodge that caters to all.
We promise a memorable experience. Whether you're seeking heart warming comforts or adventurous tastes, our menu is designed to satisfy every palate.
ABOUT MARY L. MILLS
I’ve been blessed since starting HodgePodge in Lunenburg.
In my early days, I lived in Montreal & Mexico working in well known kitchens being mentored by some very talented chefs. I’ve also been blessed to work at Julien’s Bakery in Chester which has been a life-long influence.
In 2018, I moved home to the South Shore and started, what is now known, as HodgePodge Lunenburg Eatery.
My entrepreneurial journey has included catering for the Oak Island series on the History Channel for 5 years, where I brought my culinary expertise and creative vision.
Creating flavour and standing out from the crowd is my passion. I am very thankful for my family, friends and the South Shore community where they have supported my team and I since the beginning.
