Our Cheeses

Lovers Retreat Dairy makes farmstead goat cheese with attention to quality.  Our goats graze on our pesticide and herbicide free pastures.  They receive no antibiotics or hormones. The result is rich cheese with a very mild flavor due to the careful milk handling process.  We use vegetable rennet in all our cheeses.

Chevre - sold in 4 oz. buttons, the texture is firm but smooth, rich, and creamy - a true delicacy that begs for a warm, crusty French baguette and a glass of robust red wine. We offer it in a variety of flavors --

Plain - outstanding mild flavor makes this cheese undeniably good
Herb - a savory blend of dried herbs commonly used in southern France including Savory, Rosemary, Basil, Marjoram and Wild Thyme

Fromage Blanc - sold in 4 oz. & 8 oz. containers, its soft, creamy texture is similar to cream cheese to make it very spreadable - ready for a hearty cracker or bagel.  We offer it in a variety of flavors --

Garlic and Chive - simple and comforting, garlic and chives are mixed in to make a favorite flavor 
Hot Pepper  - slightly spicy with a smoky finish, this cheese is a nice change of pace
Pineapple and Orange - cool and refreshing, pineapple and oranges are combined to make this tropical sensation.  Seasonal
Cranberry - Cranberries make for a salty sweet treat
Olive - a full-flavored Greek dip to serve on toasted triangles of pita bread 

Fine Farmstead Cheeses
Provided by "Us Goats"

 

 

             

Feta - sold in 4 oz. & 8 oz. take-out containers, not in a brine, which when young is moist with an almost cheddar like consistency.  After several weeks, it will gradually become drier and more crumbly for use in salads.

Classic - Great eaten out of hand or crumbled on salads. (2nd place in 2008 ADGA Cheese Competition)
Dill - Classic feta complemented with fresh dill when in season.
Sun Dried Tomato and Basil - Classic feta using local sun dried tomatoes and fresh basil when in season. 
(1st place in 2008 ADGA Cheese Competition)
Black Olive - Olives and feta, what better pair?

Camembert - sold in 13 oz. (approx.) wheels.  Luscious creamy, soft-ripened cheese with a unique and intricate flavor.  Pair with a fine red Bordeaux for the ultimate dining experience.

Drunken Dragon - semi-soft artisan goat cheese with a smooth violet rind.  The flavor begins as mild and creamy, but finishes with a wonderful tangy sweetness and a fruity, lusciously, grapey aroma.

 

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