Fantastic mom and pop cheese shop in downtown Hudson. We always order charcuterie platters for…read morespecial occasions and they are always a big hit! Service is great! They let you try before you buy and will happily suggest items they think you'll like. The shop is small but has lots to offer.

I didn't know anything about cheese but I do now! Very helpful! I now love Brie, Gouda and a…read moreSharp Cheddar, delicious!

Absolutely lucked into this place while visiting our daughter at a nearby college. We were headed…read moreto the donut shop next door and saw the sign for the cheese shop. (Certainly a lucky neighborhood) It looks small from the street but once you walk in, it opens up to a sizable store. We were greeted by a friendly staff member, he took the time to describe their cheese selection and the other things going on in the shop. He then pivoted to giving us tons of help selecting the right cheese. We sampled a couple of things and then he dialed in three choices for us to buy. (With an assist from another customer that insisted that we would love the Delice de Bourgogne) Prices were reasonable enough for the quality. We added some gourmet crackers that were neutral enough to not overpower the cheese. The next day, we made the three cheeses the focus of our lunch. The Delice de Bourgogne was the star of the show, a creamy, earthy, and savory masterpiece. The two year aged Gouda and creamy blue cheese were delightful as well! Truly glad that we walked into The Cheese Traveler!

What a fantastic find -- a small but very well curated collection of cheeses, with an extremely…read moreknowledgeable staff who don't pressure you but provide help where needed. We appreciated the relatively local (Quebec, VT, NY) cheeses they have, and our destination cheese, Wisconsin Brick (which we had never tried before, and which they were quite willing to work with us on getting the appropriate size). The sandwiches looked delicious but we were there at the wrong time of day, alas, but we will 100% be back. If you like cheese, this is a destination location for the region.

A curated breath of fresh air, Talbott & Arding met every one of our senses. The manicured market…read moreatmosphere, the varied assortment of luxury culinary treats, the sheer quality of ingredients paired expertly with each other on the daily menu, the locally sourced unique treasures of gifts and trinkets, the gentle pleasantness of the staff... everything comes together here to form a true and complete product. Talbott & Arding was chosen as our first stop on our girls' getaway journey. Tucked in the Hudson Valley, just an hour from the Berkshires, it was a sweetly energetic beginning to our day. We each chose a sandwich from the counter. My smoked salmon on focaccia was a delight. The bread, airy and light, beautifully happy yeast just bounding with lift, defying the constraints of olive oil which left my fingers gloriously glistening. I haven't had a focaccia as happy as that in a minute. Super thin radish, bright pickled shallot and fresh watercress all gave a nice vibrant touch. Ben's cream cheese couldn't possibly be creamier. And the delicate, silky, fresh, luxurious salmon... What a dream. So balanced. I filled my arms with goods- iberico salami, Aleppo chili oil, Blackstrap coffee beans, local chocolates, and an adorable Talbott & Arding puzzle. I'm sure I could have easily convinced myself to buy just about everything I laid my eyes upon. The cheese counter was an absolute work of art. It's clear that Talbott & Arding is a willing servant to the gifts of the surrounding earth and people. The homage it pays is palpable. Our stop at Talbott & Arding set the tone for an intentional, peaceful, vibrant, cozy, delicious, connected trip. I'll be back immediately.

THE most delicious prepared food. Food is fresh, tasty, inspired, and much is healthy…read morevegetable/grain-forward. Love the cheese and charcuterie, and they now carry Mel the Bakery bread for a one-stop A++ food shop in Hudson! Great for lunch in-house, or grab and go prepared sandwiches, foccacia pizza, salads galore! Good local food producers represented in refrigerator and freezer cases. With that and the prepared food case, it's so convenient and delicious to pick up a few items to complete a nutritious home meal. Oh and they are connected to and big boosters of Slow Food Hudson Valley. Feel good about where a large chunk o' your discretionary spending goes!

Found this little cheese shop out on a random Sunday drive. The cheese selection was amazing. We…read morebought some goat Gouda which I have been longing for ever since we finished it. Wish it was closer to me so I could go weekly for cheese.

Awesome!!! The minute one walks in - they are surrounded by…read morefragrance, ambiance, and happiness. Seriously. My first time. Definitely just the beginning! And Simone was great!! She is incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. No pressure. Just information and help. This place is a gem. Support local. Support neighbors

I drove about an hour here from Keene. It is the quintessential cheese shop. Charming place…read more The gentleman working, Shadow, was super helpful in sampling the cheeses and providing information. Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area, or if you're not!

Trip highlight: cheese experts generously offer samples, explain varieties, answer questions. Loved…read morea couple cheeses--try and decide your favorites to take home!

It's a small shop with farm-fresh milk, eggs, and meat. I really like the variety of cheeses and…read moresausages they have. Looks like they host events on the weekends too, which is great for families. We were in the area and decided to check it out. It's a nice space.

Off the beaten or better yet paved way but a gem…read more A tiny shop with a handful of fridges full of the best cheeses, packed meats and sausages and dairy products. They're cheeses are all a must alongside their breakfast sausages and Italian sausage. Full of great flavor and incredibly lean with all the great taste. The rest of the store is stocked with pasta, sauces, breads, local goods, chocolate, ice cream and granola. Everything I've had has been delicious and I can't help but keep going back for some of my favorites. You'll find their name in local markets and farmers markets.

Came here while exploring the area. Best decision ever! We arrived about 20 minutes before they…read moreclosed, but the cheesemongers were so friendly and helpful. They did not rush us off. We got to try and buy some fabulous cheeses and other gourmet products. The shop is well-organized and inviting. I wish I had more time to explore here. BTW, they will ship products, including cheeses, to you in the mail. Are you kidding me?!?!? How awesome is that? They even hooked us up with some baguettes since they were closing, and they baked the bread fresh every day. Win-win!!

Walk in with a meal, an occasion, or a bottle of wine in mind, and you'll leave with the perfect…read morepairings of cheese, charcuterie, more wine, bread, crackers, olives, cornichons, etc. And the family that runs the place is the best! I think everyone who works at Wasik's has been there for many years. When you shop there, you're part of the family as well. A true gem - ambiance meets expertise, slathered with fantastic taste.

3 stars for the great cheese. 2ish years ago it would've been a 5. Lady was pushy and rude but…read morejoke's on her, I like cheese. While the pieces I bought were delicious, service left a lot to be desired, or it was an off day? Whatever the reason, ill just take the extra 20 minute ride to arethusa in Litchfield/bantam or order from saxelby online. It's a shame, because inside looked nice and the other food looked good.

Omg this place is amazing! What a cute and special store. If…read moreyou are in the area go and get one of their grilled cheese specials. We got the prosciutto with fig jam WOW! So delicious! They had a lot of different things to choose from cookies to ice cream & a lot more. I had to buy the Banana pudding shortbread ice cream sandwich yummy ! It was hot out & I was worried about it melting so they gave me a free ice pack to get it home! Wow now that's customer service!! Very nice & friendly staff!!

Amazing cheese selection! Fair priced, great people. I have been going here for a year now. They…read moreare actually at the basement of thorns marketplace down underneath now about a block away from their old location. Theres a parking garage next to it. Highly recommend! Great wine selection as well!

This place is so well curated and the staff is always incredible. Shout out to Becca for assisting…read moreus with a life changing cheese experience!

Little local specialty market - honey, candy, and local items along with produce, canned goods,…read morecheeses, and more. They have a lot of local beers, ciders, local milk, etc. Prices are a bit more expensive, but quality local products. Excellent little maple sugar candies they just got in, too. They need to sell by the lbs instead of the 50¢ a candy, though!

Very quaint and loaded store. Has everything one would need and want for a delicious meal, snacks…read moreor travels supplies like tooth brush, tooth paste, dish soap... Yummy GF bread if you want that. Lots of local meats and snacks. As far as service, I've been there only twice; once in the midst of a storm and just last week. The guys I met were friendly, knew their products, a big reason why I'd go back!