We learned is this store through adverts on Public Radio. We finally drove up there (2 hrs, my…read morewife thought I was nuts) and what a great little gem. Great store for wine, cheese, crackers and all those other delicious side items needed to make a weekend meal extra special. The owner Sarah, is awesome and so are her assistants. Papa Smurf gives it Five stars, and so does my wifey.

Cool shop with all kind of different wines, Cider and infused THC drinks. The staff was nice and…read moreoffered samples.

What a BEAUTIFUL place! Their café is open Tuesdays-Sundays only, so plan accordingly if you'd…read morelike to eat at their café! The farm is stunning! So much acreage of beautiful landscaping! Make sure to visit their cheese shop! You can sample all the cheeses for sale, and they have a ton of other items available for sale! What a fun place to visit!

This is the kind of place where your healthy alter ego stays buckled up in the car--and you waltz…read morein guilt-free, ready to eat like it's your birthday. Their cheese selection? Chef's kiss. We sampled a few, and the views while snacking were straight out of a postcard--peaceful, pretty, and perfect for pretending you're in a cheese commercial. Whatever you do, don't skip the Café. It's in this gorgeous, huge old barn that's been lovingly renovated into a temple of ooey-gooey grilled cheese goodness. It's basically sacred ground for sandwich lovers. Grilled cheese is their thing, and oh boy, do they do it justice. My husband went for the Smoked Bologna, I had The Big Cheese (because... obviously), and our friends followed our lead. No regrets. These sandwiches are THICK, golden, buttery slabs of bread hugging melted cheese like it's a warm embrace from grandma. Pro tip: One whole sandwich is basically a cheesy Everest. My husband took half to go. I, on the other hand, showed no restraint. Dessert? Oh yeah. We shared a chocolate peanut butter shake (sin in a cup), and our friends had the cake batter one--because balance, right? Also, they have a super cute shop where I snagged some Tennessee jams to bring home. Gifts, I said. For others. (Probably.) It's a lovely spot--perfect for a chill picnic with family or friends... or to just sit quietly while your food coma gently sets in.

The moment you step inside, you're greeted by the incredible aroma of fresh cheeses. The front of…read morethe shop has fun gifts, and the walls are lined with all kinds of cheese-related goodies. Their cheese case is packed with amazing selections from all over. We preordered a cheese board, and it was absolutely incredible. You simply call ahead, share a few ideas, and they work their magic. A little hint...You can even bring in your own board, and they'll create a beautiful masterpiece that everyone will love. The cheese is outstanding, and this is the perfect spot to pick up some cheese for a football tailgate, birthday party graduation, or just having friends over. If you live in Knoxville, what are you waiting for? Say Cheese! :)

The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and can suggest great pairings. If you like pepper jack,…read morethe Louisiana Lagniappe is SUPERB! The cheese is well-flavored and there are hints of heat that sneak in at the end. I went next door to Sparrow Wine Bar and had a grilled cheese sandwich with this pepperjack and it was wonderful. If you don't know what you want, go and ask. They will guide you. We always end up with an array -- Havarti, Gouda, Blue Cheese, Cheddar, etc.

We were visiting Helen, GA and husband stopped by the gas station next door to get some gas. I saw…read morethis cute little cheese market and decided to step inside and explore. So happy that I did! When I walked in, the staff were super friendly and all smiles. The cashier/barista was such a sweetheart! They have a cheese market, deli, bakery bar, and coffee shop all in one! They sell all kinds of charcuterie items, from salami, cheese, jam, jellies, to coffee, candy, wine, and chocolates. They also sell cutting boards and other little trinkets. I absolutely loved that they sell "charcuterie for one" that has cheese, meats, and olives for a single serving on the go too! We saw that they had a lunch box special for sandwiches that includes a sandwich, cookie, pickle spear, and bag of chips for $12. What a steal!!! We decided to get the Jammin' Pig sandwich which is a panini pressed sandwich with ham, brie cheese, and cherry jalapeño jam. The lunch box was a great size and included Lay's regular potato chips and a chocolate chip cookie! They also sell other cookies and baked goodies (brownies, cakes, etc.) at the bakery bar area. The sandwich was probably the best sandwich I ever had in my life. Holy cow! The sandwich was pressed and grilled perfectly with nice grill marks and the meat and cheese was fresh! The brie and the cherry jalapeño jam melted together so nicely and added a creamy and flavorful element to the sandwich. The ham provided the saltiness that helped cut a little bit of the sweetness from the jam. The jam wasn't spicy at all. It was a beautifully balanced sandwich. My husband thought I was exaggerating (because I'm not picky with anything haha), but as soon as he took a bite, his expression was speechless. He loved the sandwich so much, that we decided to come back the very next day and ordered the same sandwich and tried another one. If you want to take another step, take a bite of the sandwich and then a bite of the pickle for that hint of acidity. It causes a umami effect with all the flavors dancing on your palette! For the lunch box special, you either get a chocolate chip cookie or the white chocolate cranberry one (I believe they alternate cookie flavors based on their inventory), but both cookies were delicious. The texture is not like other cookies as it's more like an oatmeal texture kind of deal. A little bit crumbly, but nonetheless, both flavors were very good and tasty. My husband ordered the Kickin' Horse sandwich the day after and he actually liked it better than the Jammin' Pig. His sandwich consisted of ciabatta bread, roast beef, muenster cheese, horseradish sauce, and onion, panini pressed style. I had a bite of his sandwich and all the flavors worked so well. The horseradish sauce brings out the roast beef flavor and enhances the muenster cheese. We tried some iced latte specials as well. We had the "Hippie Chick" that is a lavender honey flavored latte and the "Sweater Weather" which is a cinnamon and caramel? flavored latte. We absolutely loved the Hippie Chick latte and ordered another one when we came back, but the "Sweater Weather" wasn't our favorite. Respectfully, it tasted like a fall candle. It was good, but not the best we've had. Overall, we will definitely come back when we're in the area. The price was worth it for the amount of food that you get! Trust me when I say to get the sandwiches! You will not be disappointed!!! Now I'm craving their Jammin' Pig sandwich....

Super cute place on the edge of town near Helen. It's a little market with cheese, snacks, beer,…read morewine, and sandwiches. We stopped in for sandwiches and they were pretty good. They have specialty ones or you can build your own. I recommend getting yours made warm. You can also build your own charcuterie board. Everyone that worked in there was super nice.

I was so excited when this fish and meat shop opened up in Clarkesville. Unfortunately, I've had…read moretoo many disappointing experiences to go back again. The owner needs to learn how to communicate in a kinder way. A few visits I found the owner to be a bit testy. I asked if he could order 2 lbs. of stone crab claws for me and he said yes and would call me when they came in. The price was like $35 lb. When he called I came in and he had 3 lbs. I said I only wanted two and he said "What am I going to do with the remaining pound?" As if it is my problem. I was NOT wanting to spend $100 on stone crab. Then, they didn't keep fresh for more than a day. DAMN. I bought raw whipping cream and it wouldn't whip (there was too much milk in it) and I spent $12 or so dollars for a pint. Another disappointment. The last visit was a couple months ago. I bought a piece of grouper (with the skin on....which is adding weight and you don't eat the skin) and a smoked mahi fish dip that was HARD pieces of fish. NO MORE! I'd rather drive to Gainesville to buy fresh fish than constantly be over charged and disappointed.

If you are looking for fresh seafood, City Butcher is the place to go…read more We just bought some Chilean sea bass last will and we grilled it to perfection. Made shrimp creole the week before and the shrimp made the dish You won't be sorry.

I chose Olive & Oak when the delivery destination hotel was not able to process a personal credit…read morecard for an in-house amenity on short-notice (three days.) What a luxurious service. The website was easy to navigate and I was able to text Lauren directly to facilitate the order from where I sit in Texas. Lauren was absolutely amazing in helping me send an amenity to friends who were in Chattanooga for a conference. She was super flexible when I had a last-minute change on the delivery address (I had the wrong hotel at first.) I sent a small charcuterie box to my friends - they were thrilled! They said the box was thoroughly gorgeous, appetizing and delicious. There were two people in the party. They said they ate lunch and dinner from the box for two days! Good thing there was a fridge in their hotel room. Pricing was so affordable - I think it was $62 USD for the box, plus tax and delivery. Lauren, if you see this, please know what a joy it was to work with you. You make me wish I had more business to do in Chattanooga.

The box I ordered was amazing, and she was so fast to responding to my messages. I definitely will…read morebe buying from her again.

What a delightful start to our Chattanooga food adventure!…read more Bleu Fox Cheese Shop is charming, welcoming, and filled with delicious surprises. One of my favorite parts of the visit was meeting the owner and learning that the shop is named after her two children. Those personal stories always make a place feel extra special. We received a beautiful picnic cheese box featuring local cheeses, mini pickles, and a spicy nut mix that kept us snacking happily throughout the day. The standout, however, was the fresh cannoli made to order. I loved being able to choose my own topping, and the shell was perfectly crisp while the filling was rich and creamy. The shop is also packed with local artwork, gifts, and specialty foods, making it easy to find a treat for yourself or someone back home. If you love cheese, sweets, and supporting local businesses, this spot is a must-visit.

It's been some time since I've visited Bleu Fox. It really is the go to spot in town for your…read moreunique cheese needs. Yes, I now all the traditional grocery store operators have their specialty cheese sections, and that's okay, but if you want really unique variety, if you want to understand proper pairings with your cheese, if you want to speak with a real cheese expert, to have some fun with their ongoing events, locally, this is the place you go. It's impressive the shops evolution since their original opening, and you really do want to follow them on Instagram so you are aware of their ongoing events that will not only build your cheese and wine knowledge, but you'll have fun, rubbing elbows with your neighbors. So for this visit, I came into BF to sample their "Sandwich Week" entry, the Brittany, it was absolutely delicious, and while I was there I was able to trade music experiences with one of the staff members, they know more than cheese and wine folks.

What a wonderful little cheese shop that also sources a selection of local Georgian treats…read more There was an upcoming virtual event that I couldn't make but had called to get more details. I spoke with Mary on the phone. She was very friendly, high energy and helpful. She happened to note the shop hours for the next day during our conversation. Since I had some free time, I decided to frive out there the next day. I had the pleasant experience of meeting Mary (and her curious pooch) in person and she was every bit of the fantastic person that I spoke to the day before. I was the only customer at the time so I was privy to a brief personal tour. I received information on the various products, who made them, where they were made, etc. There was a lot of good choices in the small shop. After much debate I decide on the following items: 1. Goodson Cinnamon Sugar Pecans- delicious light pecan crunch packing a cinnamon punch. My cousin and I devoured this treat in minutes. I should have bought at least 2 bags. 2. Goodson Dark Chocolate Covered Pecans - again with the light pecan crunch. I love dark chocolate - this chocolate was not bitter or too sweet. I really enjoyed these. I wish that I had bought many bags. 3. Spottes Trotter's Spanish Salchichon - I rarely eat salami so this was a risky choice for me. It was surprisingly flavorful and not salty. Again, I opened these to share with family just in case I couldn't eat them - they were devoured. I know that they were bought with the idea of cheese pairing but I put mine in the midst of a cream cheese bagel and loved it. My only regret is probably not buying more. 4. Beehive Cheese Barely Buzzed - This cheese is rubbed with expresso and lavender. I was intrigued. It was recommended for coffee lovers and pairing with berries. Who can resist trying an award winning cheese? At my first coffee opportunity, I sampled a few slices. Delicious. Reminds me of aged cheddar with a subtle flavor...I don't know it came across as basil. Lol. I can't wait to try it with fresh berries. The final selections haven't been tried as of this writing: 5. Thomasville Tomme Raw Cows Milk Cheese. 6. Kenny's Farmhouse Gouda I've always enjoy a good raw milk cheese and a good gouda. I'm looking forward to making something delicious with them. Thus far, my only regret is buying only 1 of each of my choices. I do hope to visit again post covid to enjoy a full in person experience at a tasting/hosted event.

Before I tell you about the charcuterie Mary made for me, I have to tell you what a sweet lady she…read moreis. A real delight to work with her -- and with a name like Cheese & Mary, you have to appreciate her wit and humor. My first time trying a charcuterie here was getting in on a Valentine's special that we enjoyed as part of our anniversary celebration. It was artfully arranged and contained a mixture of sweet, savory, and hearty bites. Some of the things on the plate, I thought, this is an odd pairing, but when I ate it together, it was really good! She knows what she's doing. I'm a little sad the shop is going to close because it's really charming, but I'm okay with it since she's going to be running a virtual store and taking orders still.