Fontina ages in cellars for at least three months. But in recent years, many of the shelves have sat empty. In Italy’s Valle d’Aosta, I ducked into a tunnel carved into the side of a mountain. Once a ...

One is silky and sharable, the other bold and blanketing. Who wins? Key Points — Fondue and raclette are cozy, shareable ...

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Alpine cheese fondue at Melting Pot. Credit: Daina Reeve photo Head chef Josh Reeve: “The best thing about fondue is it’s very interactive.” “Here’s a pro tip,” said Josh Reeve, lifting a spoonful of ...

Switzerland earned "Land of Cheese" not as a nickname but as a documented fact. With nearly 500 varieties, centuries-old traditions, and quality standards that remain unmatched globally, Swiss cheese ...

Wheels of Fontina and Gruyère have been shaped by the Alpine ecosystem for centuries. Can they survive a changing climate? In Italy’s Valle d’Aosta, I ducked into a tunnel carved into the side of a ...