There is something special about Northern Irish cheese. It captures the flavour of the land it comes from – shaped by the grass, the weather, and the skill of the people who make it. Across the region, small producers are creating cheeses that reflect a deep respect for tradition and a real pride in quality.
At Indie Füde, we are proud to stock many of them and share their stories with our customers.
The Makers Behind the Magic
Take Young Buck from Newtownards. A creamy blue cheese made by Mike Thompson at Mike’s Fancy Cheese. It was the first raw milk blue made in Northern Ireland and has become one of the most recognisable artisan cheeses on our shelves.
Kearney Blue from County Down offers something completely different, with a bold, tangy edge that balances perfectly on a cheeseboard. And that wonderful brie like consistency.
Each of these producers represents the best of Northern Irish food culture. Making cheese with care, patience, and a belief that quality always matters. Many of them work in small batches using milk from local herds, ensuring the cheese reflects the character of where it’s made. You can taste that authenticity in every bite.
Building the Perfect Irish Cheeseboard
A good cheeseboard starts with variety. The perfect spread includes a mix of textures and flavours that complement one another:
- 🧈 A soft cheese like Wicklow Ban Brie for creaminess
- 🧀 A mature cheddar for depth and bite
- 💙 A blue like Young Buck for saltiness and contrast
- 🐐 A crumbly goat’s cheese for freshness
Add something a little sweet on the side – perhaps our Onion Marmalade – and a handful of artisan crackers to bring it all together. Our small-batch chutneys and crackers are designed to do just that, elevating every board into something truly special.
Why We Love Irish Cheese
Cheese has always been a food to share. It brings people around the table, slows the pace, and encourages conversation. There’s something timeless about the way a cheeseboard turns a casual evening into something that feels special.
It’s one of the reasons we love it so much at Indie Füde – because good cheese makes people pause, taste, and connect 💚
Discover More
If you want to dive deeper into the world of Irish cheese, try our:
- 🧺 Irish Cheese Hampers – featuring handpicked selections of artisan cheeses paired with chutneys, crackers, and tasting notes.
- 🧀 Irish Cheese Clüb – a subscription that brings new discoveries to your door every month.
Both are curated by our resident cheesemonger and designed to help you explore what Northern Ireland’s cheesemakers have to offer.
The Taste of Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland has built a reputation for outstanding cheese — thanks to the passionate people behind it. They’re small producers with big ambition, proving that craftsmanship still matters.
Whether you’re choosing a gift, hosting friends, or simply treating yourself, Northern Irish cheese always brings the right flavour to the moment.