Appel Farms Cheese

Being a transplant from America's Dairyland (Wisconsin), I don't often seek out locally produced…read moresmall batch cheese in Washington. I don't think of myself as a cheese snob, but maybe that's best for others to judge. That being said, many of the small WA producers seem to cater to the gourmet crowd, with specialty cheeses at premium prices . Twin Sisters, on the other hand, was such a pleasant surprise, being very unpretentious and down to earth. In other words, they were just making and selling darn good cheese. The blue cheese they're most known for was very creamy with an intense flavor. The others we tasted were very tasty as well. In addition to the four cheeses they make themselves, they also sell a variety of cheeses from other producers, both locally and outside of the area as well as specialty meats and other craft products. The service was super friendly and informative too. A great find and I was happy to learn their products are also available in the Seattle area at the fancier grocery stores.

The people in there are fantastic!! You can find many cheeses from around the world and there own…read moreWhatcom Blue which is subtle but so tasty.

Some of the crackers etc

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Ferndale Farmstead

5.0(3 reviews)

4.1 mi

I have purchased mozzarella cheese made by this company for the last 8 out of 9 baked pastas I…read moremade. One time I had to use another cheese and it was sad. This cheese from ferndale is literally the best I've had. I've been to Europe a couple times, had many imported cheeses etc. I stand by this assessment. These guys grow the feed for the cows, milk the cows and make the cheese at the same farm. That is so beautiful and impressive, and a great example for others stiving to produce a quality product. Anyways. I am obsessed with their mozzarella. Once you try it, you will be too. 10 stars out of 5 Stars. 200% achieved. Epic.

The next time you find yourself in Bellingham, Washington, take a trip out to the Ferndale…read moreFarmstead to meet Washington's own local artisan cheese maker, Daniel Wavrin. Call and make an appointment to take a tour for a nominal fee, which includes a cheese sample. It was fascinating to learn their seed to cheese story firsthand. It was nice to meet the cows who produce the milk too. A few years ago, we came across their cheeses when we were at the Sunnyside Progressive Dinner. Daniel and his wife Lydia were at the Cote Bonneville Tasting room to share their delicious products. In fact, they had a cheese washed in the Cote Bonneville Syrah. We have been fan ever since. They have an amazing variety of cheeses and great recipes on their website. Thank goodness we can find their wonderful cheeses at our local grocery stores More cheese, please.

The milking of the ladies.

The new teenagers who are learning to be moo moo cows.

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My Ziti w Ferndale's epic Mozzarella.

Yeah Baby Boards

4.8(19 reviews)

3.3 mi

Heard about this small business located on Main street in Ferndale a while back and we finally got…read moreto try them out/purchased the Chef's Choice Charcuterie Board to bring with us to thanksgiving (we were guests at someone else's house this year). It was ready for quick and easy pick up on time! Got a parking spot right in front. Board was a big hit and we are planning on purchasing MORE boards for Christmas (which we will be hosting). Can't wait to branch out and try more items off the menu. Everything was super fresh and was so artistically arranged it was hard to break into it but we of course got over that haha! The cheeses, meats, fruits, nuts...everything more delicious with each bite! So beautiful and even garnished with fresh flowers! Highly recommend this business and we can't wait to go back!

This review is from my experience at a special event at Yeah Baby Boards, an evening class about…read morehow to create a charcuterie cup. Yeah Baby Boards is a surprise in downtown Ferndale, a fun place to learn about charcuterie as well as a place to buy premade boards and sandwiches. We had a great time learning to make a charcuterie cup, owner Crystal was kind, patient, and made assembling the piece fun. These boards are amazing, they're packed with healthy and mostly local ingredients. Crystal has a style that ensures everyone who receives a board is impressed with the aesthetics as well as the assortment of veggies, fruits, and Italian meats. I will definitely return o Yeah Baby Boards, I think their charcuterie boards will make great gifts that will amaze the recipients. And Yeah Baby is a great place to get together for an activity doing something fun.

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Barlean's Fishery

4.1(33 reviews)

8.6 mi

I love and have used Barlean's flavored emulsions (i.e., both fish and flax/borage) for several…read moreyears now. I'm especially fond of the blackberry-flavored flax oil emulsion, but also the peach and mango-flavored fish oil emulsion. Great, cost effective way to get high quality Omega 3 fatty acids into one's diet sans the strong smell and taste of fish. (Flax and borage oil? Both can be equally unpleasant minus any attempt at flavoring agents, natural or otherwise.) I know that a longtime friend who lives in Washington routinely buys all her littleneck and Manila clams fresh from Barlean's, but I (a humble Okie) can only find Barlean's Omega 3 emulsions at Sprouts. (I use eBay and Amazon for purchases.) Two HUGE thumbs up for Barlean's emulsions!

Purchased a Coho salmon filet for $24.99 per pound. The fish had been held too long and the flesh…read morewas as soft as a farmed salmon. Purchased a Sockeye from Fred Meyer three days later for $14.99 (you would expect this to be a poorer fish) but it was far superior in taste and consistency. Price and quality would probably dictate from here forward.

Three-plus pounds of clams

Bait

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Boat Storage

Boxx Berry Farm

4.8(23 reviews)

1.0 mi

I have been coming here for years. It seems a bit excessive to drive all the way from Fairhaven for…read morea box of strawberries. But, considering not many things in life are perfect, these strawberries would be a candidate. Without exception, regardless whether I buy a box or a flat, every berry is perfect. Big, juicy and with flavor in abundance. Never a bad berry in the mix. Actually quite unbelievable, but absolutely appreciated and totally enjoyed. I always look forward to strawberry season and my trip(s) to Boxx. Bravo! (Worthy of 10 stars)

Big beautiful blueberries and lovely sunflowers, dahlias, hydrangeas, and more. We always stop by…read morewhen we're nearby.

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Carniceria El Chapin

5.0(6 reviews)

3.2 mi

This Mexican Store is a gem in Ferndale. The variety is plentiful, anything you need to prepare an…read moreauthentic Mexican dish. The staff is friendly and helpful. Today, I tried the $1.49 hot tamales, the chicken in green chili and the cheese and jalapeño tamal. They were both delicious with just the perfect ratio - a must! I will definitely get them again. From meats, piñatas to Mexican candy and spices, they have it all! The store is clean and ambiance is good.

Lots of great stuff! They have standard pantry stock stuff all the way to a fresh deli counter with…read moremeats and cheeses. Got some south of the boarder candies to try. I selected several items (a food amount of stuff) and it was under $20!! And that included a chunk of beef the guy behind the counter suggested to try. I will definitely be back, excited to try new things and support a local store.

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Anytime Toffee, Coffee & Gifts

5.0(13 reviews)

3.2 mi

We stopped by here on the suggestion of a local cheese shop and I am so glad we did! The Toffee is…read morereally well balanced with a nice crumble when you bite into it. I am not typically a dark chocolate eater but I preferred the dark chocolate flavors as it cut the sweetness of the toffee. My favorite so far (I haven't opened all my bags yet) has been the dark chocolate/peppermint bark. I had a bigger group come with me including kids and the person working did a great job helping us. The toffee was so good I returned a couple days later to buy more before leaving back home. Highly suggest!

Best toffee ever! They have so many flavors, but the best are churro, salted dark chocolate, and…read morecoconut.

Seasonal Pumpkin Spice Toffee

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Hempler Foods Group

1.0(1 review)

3.5 mi

I purchased Hempler's center cut smoked bacon three times…read more All three times the product tasted horrible smelling up the house as it cooked. I've had bacon like that over the years, but rarely. I always though the meat was bad until someone said it tastes TOO gamey. What ever. I tried three times to be fair. The bacon I bought was horrible tasting.

Center Cut Peppered Bacon

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NutraDried Food Company LLC

5.0(1 review)

3.1 mi

I picked up a bag of NutraDried's "Moon Cheese" at a Starbucks in South Florida and checked out…read moretheir website. I got the "Cheddar" and I'm pleased to see that they have other flavors including Gouda, Pepper Jack, Mozzarella and Sriracha. This is yummy stuff. Delicious, not greasy and very low in carbs. Very small (half-inch or so) cheese balls. I will absolutely be on the lookout for this again! [Review 10259 overall, 22 of 2019.]

Moon Cheese by NutraDried of Ferndale WA

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Moon Cheese by NutraDried of Ferndale WA

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josh m.

1 year ago

I came in here to look around, but one employee tried to call the police on me and kicked me out when I didn't have any bad intentions, never coming back here. read more

C K.

11 years ago

This was a fun little stop. We took a tour and enjoyed it. Loved seeing where they store all the cheese wheels.

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