Fall for Western Canadian Cheese

Fall for Western Canadian Cheese: October’s Mongers Spotlight

This October, we’re putting Western Canadian cheesemakers in the spotlight – and giving cheese lovers an even better reason to explore. From the pastures of Vancouver Island to the bold dairy traditions of Alberta and Manitoba, Western Canada is home to an exciting range of small producers creating cheeses with character, craftsmanship, and unforgettable flavour.

For a limited time, customers can enjoy 20% off select Western Canadian cheeses, making it the perfect moment to discover a new favourite, refresh a cheese board, or bring home something local and delicious. Natural Pastures, Old School Cheesery, Chinook Cheese, Noble Meadows, and Bothwell. All proudly Western Canadian and all on sale.

Monger’s Pick: Beemster Royaal Grand Cru

Beemster Royaal Grand Cru is a 12-month aged Dutch Gouda made exclusively with milk from the Beemster Polder in the Netherlands. Voted the world’s best cheese earlier this year, it delivers the depth, balance, and character customers expect from an exceptional aged Gouda. Enjoy it on cool October evenings with a glass of your favourite red wine or IPA or pair it with charcuterie for a simple, flavourful treat. It’s a great option to feature on a seasonal cheese board as a standout aged Gouda.

Flavour Profile –  Its firm, smooth texture gives way to a rich and complex flavour, with warm butterscotch notes, a distinctive tang, and a long, satisfying finish that sets it apart from other aged Goudas.

Sample in-store on Saturday, October 10 at Calgary Co-op Midtown.

Stop by our Midtown location between 10:00 and 4:00, meet our Cheesemonger, and sample a piece of Mimolette, an aged French cheese with a history dating back to the reign of Louis XIV in France (1643 – 1715). This boldly flavoured cheese has a striking orange colour, making it a not just a treat for the taste buds, but for the eyes as well.