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Your Thanksgiving Cheese Board Game Plan
Gather, Graze, and Give Thanks
Thanksgiving isn’t just about the turkey — it’s about gathering, grazing, and sharing food that brings people together. A beautiful Wisconsin cheese board sets the stage for connection, conversation, and flavor before the main feast even begins.
This year, create a spread that’s equal parts rustic and refined using Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese — handcrafted right on our Kewaunee farm. From squeaky curds to creamy spreads, it’s everything you need for a board that looks stunning and tastes unforgettable.
Step 1: Choose 3–5 Cheeses
Variety is the key to a great cheese board. Mix textures, colors, and flavor profiles for balance.
Ron’s picks for the holiday table:
- 🧀 Snow Cheddar – Naturally white with nutty, sweet notes that pair beautifully with cranberries or apples.
- 🧀 Three Pepper Cheddar – Bold and Spicy, complex depth; perfect for bold palates.
- 🧀 Cheese Spreads – Easy, creamy, and crowd-pleasing; serve with pretzels or crostini.
- 🧀 Fresh Cheese Curds – For snacking while you cook (or to keep kids happy before dinner!).
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Step 2: Add Complementary Flavors
Think salty, sweet, crunchy, and fresh. Surround your cheeses with pairings that highlight Wisconsin’s best fall flavors.
Try adding:
- Local meats like summer sausage or smoked turkey
- Cranberry chutney, fig jam, or honey
- Sliced apples, pears, or grapes
- Roasted nuts (pecans, almonds, or walnuts)
- Artisan crackers or rustic bread
The goal? Every bite should have contrast — creamy + crunchy, sharp + sweet, simple + surprising.
Step 3: Presentation Makes It Special
Choose a large wooden board or slate. Start with the cheeses first, spacing them evenly. Then fill the gaps with fruits, nuts, and crackers.
Add a few cheese knives or spreaders, label each cheese, and garnish with sprigs of rosemary or thyme for a festive touch.
Pro tip: Let cheese sit out for about 30 minutes before serving — it enhances the flavor and aroma.
Step 4: Pair It Like a Pro
Round out the experience with Wisconsin-inspired drinks:
- Wine: Pinot Noir or Chardonnay with Snow Cheddar.
- Beer: Amber ales or malty lagers pair beautifully with aged cheddar.
Step 5: Keep the Celebration Going
After the feast, your guests will ask where the cheese came from — and that’s your cue to share!
Encourage them to explore Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese Gift Boxes. They make perfect hostess gifts or thank-you surprises throughout the holiday season.
🧡 From Our Farm to Your Feast
Whether you’re setting the table for family or friends, a handcrafted Wisconsin cheese board makes Thanksgiving more memorable.
Every bite of Ron’s cheese carries the flavor of Kewaunee — fresh milk, farmstead pride, and genuine Wisconsin hospitality.
👉 Build Your Holiday Cheese Board →
From our family farm in Wisconsin to your table—thanks for supporting small-batch, farmstead cheese made the right way!
Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese
Farm Fresh. Handcrafted.Farmstead Cheese.
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How to Host a Fall Cheese Tasting at Home
Bring the charm of a farmstead cheese tasting into your own kitchen by hosting a fall cheese tasting.
Crisp weather, cozy lighting, and bold seasonal flavors — fall is the perfect time to gather friends, pour a glass of wine, and explore the richness of Wisconsin cheese. You don’t need a winery or a specialty shop to host a tasting. With a few simple tips and the right cheeses, you can create an unforgettable experience right at home.
Here’s how to do it, Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese-style.
🧀 Step 1: Choose Your Cheeses
A great tasting includes 3–5 cheeses that offer a range of:
- Ages – from young and mild to aged and sharp
- Textures – creamy, firm, and crumbly
- Flavors – mild, nutty, smoky, or bold
🧡 Fall Tasting Picks from Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese
- Snow Cheddar – smooth, naturally white, with sweet-nutty notes
- 5- or 10-Year Aged Cheddar – crumbly, complex, and packed with flavor
- Smoked String Cheese – smoky, fun to peel, and perfect with fall beers
- Cheese Curds – try Garlic Dill or Classic for that irresistible squeak
🍎 Step 2: Add Fall-Friendly Pairings
Balance your cheese board with sweet, savory, and crunchy elements. Here are some fall pairings your guests will love:
🍏 Fruits & Veggies
- Sliced apples, pears, dried figs, roasted beets
🌰 Nuts & Crunch
- Maple-glazed pecans, roasted pumpkin seeds, whole-grain crackers
🍞 Spreads & Accents
- Apple butter, cranberry chutney, fig jam, spicy mustard
🥓 Proteins
- Prosciutto, smoked turkey, or venison sausage
🍷 Step 3: Pair With Fall Drinks
Offer a mix of beverages that complement your cheese flavors:
- Hard cider – bright and crisp with sharp cheddar
- Pinot Noir or Cabernet – perfect with aged cheeses
- Pumpkin ale or Oktoberfest beer – enhances smoky or nutty notes
- Hot mulled cider – cozy non-alcoholic pairing for fall nights
🧾 Step 4: Create a Fall Cheese Tasting Order
Taste from mild to bold so each cheese shines:
- Snow Cheddar
- Smoked String Cheese
- Cheese Curds
- 5-Year Aged Cheddar
- 10-Year Aged Cheddar
Let guests try each cheese on its own, then with a pairing — and take notes on their favorites!
✏️ Step 5: Add a Personal Touch
Make your tasting feel extra special by:
- Printing simple menus or cheese name cards
- Offering blank scorecards for tasting notes
- Labeling pairings with chalkboard signs or small tags
🧀 Host with Cheese That Tells a Story
At Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese, every cheese we make is farmstead crafted — meaning we raise the cows, milk them on-site, and craft the cheese ourselves in small batches. It’s a difference you can taste, and it’s what makes our cheese the perfect centerpiece for your fall gatherings.
So grab your favorite cheeses, pour something cozy, and celebrate the season the Wisconsin way — with great friends, great flavor, and plenty of squeak.
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Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese at the Kewaunee County Farm to Fork Gala
Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese had the honor of setting up the meat and cheese table at this year’s Farm to Fork Gala, hosted by the Kewaunee County Dairy Promotion Committee. The evening brought farmers, producers, and neighbors together to celebrate agriculture and the community it sustains.
A Community Celebration
The Farm to Fork Gala is more than a dinner. It is a reminder of how food connects people to the land and to the families who produce it. Guests enjoyed a night filled with conversation, local flavors, and a strong sense of community pride.
Our Contribution to the Table
Our team was proud to prepare a spread that highlighted Wisconsin’s best flavors. The table featured:
- 🧀 Fresh cheese curds (a true Wisconsin favorite)
- 🧀 Our signature Snow Cheddar and specialty cheddars
- 🧀 Classic Cheese Whips
By sharing our products, we were able to tell our farmstead story—cheese crafted in Kewaunee with milk from our own herd at Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy.
Why Farm to Fork Matters
Events like this gala matter because they connect consumers with local farms. Supporting agriculture means protecting traditions, strengthening rural communities, and ensuring future generations can carry on Wisconsin’s cheesemaking legacy.
A Thank You to the Community
We are grateful to the Kewaunee County Dairy Promotion Committee for inviting us to be part of this year’s event. In addition, we thank the many volunteers who made the evening possible and the guests who stopped by our table.
We look forward to more opportunities to celebrate and share the flavors of our farmstead with the community.
From our family farm in Wisconsin to your table—thanks for supporting small-batch, farmstead cheese made the right way!
Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese
Farm Fresh. Handcrafted.Farmstead Cheese.
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A Legacy of Cheese: How Wisconsin Became the Dairy State
Wisconsin’s love affair with cheese runs deep — and it’s no coincidence the state proudly wears the title America’s Dairyland. From humble beginnings to a booming, world-class industry, the story of Wisconsin cheese is one of hard work, heritage, and flavor that’s recognized around the globe.
🧑🌾 It Started with the Land
In the mid-1800s, European immigrants — especially from Germany, Switzerland, and the Netherlands — brought centuries-old cheesemaking traditions to Wisconsin. They quickly saw the land’s potential. With a cool climate, lush pastures, and abundant fresh water, Wisconsin was perfect for raising dairy cows and producing rich, high-quality milk.
As small dairy farms spread across the state, families began turning surplus milk into cheese. It wasn’t just a practical way to preserve milk — it became a staple of local diets and a source of pride for farming communities. Cheesemaking soon wove itself into the cultural fabric of Wisconsin life.
🧀 An Industry Takes Shape
By the early 20th century, Wisconsin had surged to the top of U.S. cheese production — and it hasn’t let go of the title since. Rural cheese factories flourished, and skilled cheesemakers trained new generations through hands-on apprenticeships. Innovation in aging techniques, flavor development, and equipment design kept Wisconsin ahead of the curve.
Today, the state produces over 600 varieties, types, and styles of cheese, from classic cheddars and squeaky curds to award-winning artisan creations. Wisconsin also boasts more Master Cheesemakers than anywhere else in the world, ensuring each wheel and wedge meets the highest standards of quality.
🧡 Carrying the Legacy at Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese
At Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese, we’re honored to be part of this rich cheesemaking heritage. From our farmstead operation in Kewaunee County to our family-run production facility in Luxemburg, every batch we make carries forward the values that built Wisconsin’s reputation: quality ingredients, skilled craftsmanship, and local pride.
We use milk from our own cows, ensuring freshness and consistency from pasture to plate. Our lineup — from Snow Cheddar to squeaky fresh cheese curds — reflects the same dedication Wisconsin cheesemakers have shown for generations.
For us, cheesemaking isn’t just a business; it’s a way to honor our roots, support our community, and share the unmistakable flavor of Wisconsin with cheese lovers everywhere.
📜 Fun Facts About Wisconsin Cheese
- Wisconsin produces over 3.4 billion pounds of cheese annually.
- The state was the first in the U.S. to require cheesemaker licensing (since 1994).
- Only Wisconsin offers the rigorous Master Cheesemaker Program — the “Ph.D. of cheese.”
- Cheese curds are so popular here that they have their own dedicated festivals.
Whether you’re a lifelong Wisconsinite or a cheese-loving visitor, one thing is certain — when you enjoy Wisconsin cheese, you’re tasting over 175 years of tradition, innovation, and passion.
Farm Fresh. Handcrafted. Farmstead Cheese.
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Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese Shines at the Wisconsin State Fair Cheese Awards 2025!
2025 WI State Fair Awards We’re thrilled to announce that Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese brought home three honors at the Wisconsin State Fair Cheese Awards 2025! This annual contest is one of the most anticipated events in Wisconsin dairy, and our team is proud to be recognized among the state’s top cheesemakers.
🥈 2nd Place – Garlic and Dill Cheese Curds
🥉 3rd Place – Cheddar Cheese Curds
🥉 3rd Place – Smoked String Cheese
What Makes the Wisconsin State Fair Cheese Awards 2025 So Special?
The Wisconsin State Fair is more than rides and fried foods—it’s also a celebration of the state’s world‑class dairy industry. The cheese awards bring together some of the best cheesemakers in the country, and every entry is judged on flavor, texture, and craftsmanship. Winning a ribbon here is a huge accomplishment because the competition is tough, with hundreds of entries across dozens of categories.
Our Award‑Winning Cheeses
- Garlic and Dill Cheese Curds – Packed with bold flavor and that famous squeak, these curds are a longtime customer favorite.
- Cheddar Cheese Curds – Classic and perfectly balanced, they’re everything you love about Wisconsin cheddar in a bite‑sized snack.
- Smoked String Cheese – A unique twist on a traditional snack, with a smooth, smoky finish that makes it hard to eat just one!
Thank You for Celebrating Our Wisconsin State Fair Cheese Awards 2025
We wouldn’t be here without our amazing customers. Your support—whether you’re buying our cheese curds for a backyard get‑together, enjoying string cheese as a quick snack, or sharing with friends across the country—makes everything we do worthwhile.
Taste Our Award‑Winning Cheese for Yourself!
Want to try the cheeses that stood out at the Wisconsin State Fair Cheese Awards 2025? You can find them at our retail store in Luxemburg, WI, or shop online to have them shipped right to your door.
👉 Shop Award‑Winning Cheese Now
Thank you for celebrating this exciting milestone with us, and here’s to another year of making cheese worth talking about!
From our family farm in Wisconsin to your table—thanks for supporting small-batch, farmstead cheese made the right way!
Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese
Farm Fresh. Handcrafted.Farmstead Cheese.
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Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese Awards: 3 Wins at the American Cheese Society 2025
ACS 2025 Awards We’re thrilled to announce that Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese earned three awards at this year’s American Cheese Society Awards 2025! This event is one of the most prestigious cheese competitions in the country, and we are so proud to be recognized among so many talented cheesemakers.
Our Winning Cheeses
🏅 Snow Cheddar Spread – 3rd Place
🏅 Garlic and Dill Cheese Whips – 3rd Place
🏅 Mozzarella Whips – 3rd PlaceThese awards mean so much to us because they highlight the care and craftsmanship that go into every product we make.
Why It Matters to us
At Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese, we believe award-winning cheese starts with happy cows and fresh milk. Each batch is made right on the farm, using time-honored methods that produce exceptional flavor and quality. These awards are a testament to:
- Our dedicated farm team and cheesemakers
- Our commitment to farmstead, small-batch cheese production
- The incredible support of our customers and community
Why the American Cheese Society Awards 2025 Matter
The American Cheese Society Awards 2025 showcase the best cheesemakers across the United States, Canada, and beyond. Each entry is judged by expert cheesemongers and industry leaders on flavor, texture, appearance, and craftsmanship. Earning recognition at this event means our cheeses stood out among hundreds of world-class products.
A Huge Thank You!
We couldn’t have reached this milestone without you—our loyal customers, retail partners, and cheese-loving community. Your encouragement fuels everything we do.
Try Our Award-Winning Cheeses Today
Want to taste the products recognized at the American Cheese Society Awards 2025? You can shop them online or ➡️Visit our retail store in Luxemburg, WI
➡️ Shop our award-winning cheeses online →
Closing
These awards inspire us to continue creating farm-fresh, innovative cheeses that celebrate Wisconsin’s cheesemaking heritage. From our family to yours—thank you for making this possible!
Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese
Farm Fresh. Handcrafted.Farmstead Cheese.
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🐄 Celebrating June Dairy Month at the Farm
🐄 Celebrating June Dairy Month at the Farm
At Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese, we spent the month doing what we do best: making fresh, handcrafted cheese right here on our family farm in Kewaunee. Here’s a look back at how we celebrated June Dairy Month (and how we carry that spirit all year long).
🧀 Farmstead Cheese, Made Fresh Daily
All month long, our team crafted batches of fresh cheese curds, Snow Cheddar, mozzarella whips, and more — using milk from our very own herd.
Dairy Month is a reminder that real cheese starts with real farms. No shortcuts. No outsourcing. Just good milk, happy cows, and generations of know-how.
📸 Behind-the-Scenes Moments
We shared a few sneak peeks on Facebook and Instagram — from stirring curds in the vat to packaging squeaky-fresh bags for delivery. Thank you to everyone who liked, commented, and tagged us in your own cheese celebrations!
Didn’t see them? Follow along @ronswisconsincheese for more behind-the-scenes fun.
🛒 Cheese, Events & Local Stores
Throughout June, we stocked shelves and coolers across Wisconsin with our best-selling cheeses. We also visited a few local events to hand out samples and connect with curd lovers in person.
We even chatted with our friends at We Are Green Bay. See the video here.
If you spotted Ron’s in your local store or at a sporting event, tag us with #SnackWithRons — we’d love to feature your photo!
🧡 A Huge Thank You
To our farm team, cheesemakers, delivery drivers, and loyal customers — THANK YOU. Dairy Month is a celebration of all of you.
We’re proud to be part of Wisconsin’s dairy legacy. And we’ll keep honoring it every month of the year — one curd at a time.
Ready to celebrate the spirit of Dairy Month every day?
👉 Shop Our Farmstead Favorites— The Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese Team
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Rockers Baseball
⚾A Night at the Ballpark: Partnering with the Green Bay Rockers
On a warm summer night under the lights of Capital Credit Union Park, Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese had the pleasure of joining the Green Bay Rockers Baseball Club for a fun-filled evening of baseball, community, and, of course—cheese!
🧀 Bringing Squeaky Fun to the Game
As fans gathered for the game, our team set up at the ballpark with samples of Ron’s Snow Cheddar, a farm-inspired photo booth featuring our signature cow cutouts, and a whole lot of dairy goodness. We loved seeing so many families stop by to snap photos, ask about our products, and enjoy a little local flavor alongside their ballpark snacks.
⚾ Why the Rockers?
Our collaboration with the Green Bay Rockers is a natural fit. Just like Ron’s, they’re rooted in Wisconsin pride and built on community spirit. Events like this allow us to connect directly with the people who enjoy our farmstead cheese every day—and introduce ourselves to new fans who may be just one squeaky bite away from falling in love.
📸 Catch the Highlights
With over 2,400 views and growing, our Facebook post about the event sparked a lot of excitement! Be sure to check out the photos from the night to see the smiles, the fun, and maybe even a cow or two. View Post on Facebook »
(Don’t forget to give us a like and a follow!)🎉 Thank You!
A big thank you to the Green Bay Rockers team for having us, and to every fan who stopped by to say hello. We’re proud to be part of this community—and can’t wait for more events like this.
Thank you to the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin for providing us with educational and fun handouts.
Stay tuned for our next public appearance—you never know where snow cheddar will show up next!
From our family farm in Wisconsin to your table—thanks for supporting small-batch, farmstead cheese made the right way!
Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese
Farm Fresh. Handcrafted.Farmstead Cheese.
