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Level 1
Associate
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Classroom
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Perry-James Wakeman, holding a Quicke's Cheddar at Affineur of the Year 2022

Rennet & Rind | Level 1: Associate Certification

9am - 4pm
£235
About

Why Choose This Course?

Join us for a unique hands-on cheesemongering experience at our Rennet & Rind, Shop in Stamford. This immersive course focuses on practical skills such as cheese tasting, pairing, and customer interaction. Learn how to cut, wrap, and serve cheese, handle food safety, and master the art of cheesemongering. Perfect for anyone passionate about cheese, whether you’re looking to expand your knowledge or step into the industry.

Starting with Level One ‘Associate of The Academy of Cheese’, and culminating with the ‘The Master of Cheese’. The Associate Level One course has been created to introduce you to the fundamentals of cheese; learn about the history of cheese, where it all began, why we have so many varieties, how cheese is made & matured, and how to taste cheese like an affineur.

Presented by our cheese experts, this one-day course includes plenty of cheese tasting, the Academy of Cheese delegate pack, access to online training materials & examination, a light lunch, and refreshments.

What You’ll Learn:

Cheese tasting and pairing techniques
Effective customer communication
Practical skills like glass wrapping and food safety

Course benefits at a glance

In-shop experience

A full day of practical cheesemonger training

Maturing Room Experience with Affinage Expert

Spend an hour in the Rennet & Rind Maturation Rooms with Perry James Wakeman - two-times winner of the Affineur of the Year award.

Award-winning expertise

Rennet & Rind is a multi-award-winning cheesemonger and affineur with over 30 years of experience, recognised for their commitment to quality and excellence in the cheese industry.

The perfect gift

For cheese lovers and foodies alike - The Academy of Cheese Gift Certificate would make a perfect gift for friends and family.

Course Dates

Rennet & Rind | Level 1: Associate Certification

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Currently, no course dates are available.

Testimonials

What delegates are saying

Audience

Who is the course for?

For anyone who loves cheese and wants to know more, this is a fantastic opportunity to increase your enjoyment of cheese, gain a recognised industry-accredited certification, and become a cheese connoisseur.

Cheesemongers

Cheese Lovers

Chefs

Cheesemakers

Sommeliers

Food lovers

Mentors
Training Partner
Rennet & Rind
Academy of Cheese Training Partner, Rennet & Rind is a multi-award-winning cheesemonger and affineur, based in Cambridgeshire.

Frequently Asked Questions

About

Why Choose This Course?

Join us for a unique hands-on cheesemongering experience at our Rennet & Rind, Shop in Stamford. This immersive course focuses on practical skills such as cheese tasting, pairing, and customer interaction. Learn how to cut, wrap, and serve cheese, handle food safety, and master the art of cheesemongering. Perfect for anyone passionate about cheese, whether you’re looking to expand your knowledge or step into the industry.

Starting with Level One ‘Associate of The Academy of Cheese’, and culminating with the ‘The Master of Cheese’. The Associate Level One course has been created to introduce you to the fundamentals of cheese; learn about the history of cheese, where it all began, why we have so many varieties, how cheese is made & matured, and how to taste cheese like an affineur.

Presented by our cheese experts, this one-day course includes plenty of cheese tasting, the Academy of Cheese delegate pack, access to online training materials & examination, a light lunch, and refreshments.

What You’ll Learn:

Cheese tasting and pairing techniques
Effective customer communication
Practical skills like glass wrapping and food safety

Course benefits at a glance

In-shop experience

A full day of practical cheesemonger training

Maturing Room Experience with Affinage Expert

Spend an hour in the Rennet & Rind Maturation Rooms with Perry James Wakeman - two-times winner of the Affineur of the Year award.

Award-winning expertise

Rennet & Rind is a multi-award-winning cheesemonger and affineur with over 30 years of experience, recognised for their commitment to quality and excellence in the cheese industry.

The perfect gift

For cheese lovers and foodies alike - The Academy of Cheese Gift Certificate would make a perfect gift for friends and family.

Course Dates

Rennet & Rind | Level 1: Associate Certification

Choose a date and time

Currently, no course dates are available.

Training Partner
Rennet & Rind
Academy of Cheese Training Partner, Rennet & Rind is a multi-award-winning cheesemonger and affineur, based in Cambridgeshire.
Mentors
Testimonials

What delegates are saying

Audience

Who is the course for?

For anyone who loves cheese and wants to know more, this is a fantastic opportunity to increase your enjoyment of cheese, gain a recognised industry-accredited certification, and become a cheese connoisseur.

Cheesemongers

Cheese Lovers

Chefs

Cheesemakers

Sommeliers

Food lovers

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Contact

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Rennet & Rind - Cheesemongers of Stamford,

16 High Street,
Stamford,
Surrey,
PE9 2AL,
United Kingdom

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