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De Kaasserie | Level One: Associate Certification – 1-day course

One day: 9.30am - 16.30pm
€240
About

Why choose the course?

Come and study cheese in Amsterdam! This one-day course, held at De Kaasserie’s West-Amsterdam cheese shop, is designed for professionals and enthusiasts alike. Taught by Paula Colchero, a cheesemaking expert, you will taste twelve cheeses from the list of 25 cheeses for Level one. These will be paired with drinks (wine, kombucha, tea) and analysed according to the Academy of cheese tasting and the make-post make model.

With 14 years of cheesemaking experience, Paula brings her extensive knowledge and artisanal approach to the fore, applying it to the Academy modules and helping you to understand the cheesemaking process with hands-on practical cheesemaking in her dedicated cheesemaking room.

All in all, each session will be a fabulous day of learning, socialising and enjoying the amazing world of cheese.

The Academy Of Cheese Level One Associate course is designed for professionals & enthusiasts alike. The course is devoted to tasting cheeses at various stages of the ripening process, discussing and understanding the structured approach to tasting (SATC) & the Academy of Cheese proprietary cheese classification system –
the Make Post-make model.

Paula also holds weekly cheesemaking workshops and brings her flair for creative design to each course.

Included in the course fee:

– Full-day classroom course delivered by a certified Academy of Cheese® training partner
– Tasting of 12 cheeses
– Learn about 25 different cheese styles
– Make two styles of cheese
– Copy of the level one cheese book detailing 25 different cheese styles
– Additional learning resources including study guide and flavour wheels
– Access to the Academy of Cheese online and online cheese library
– The Level One associate exam fee (taken online in your own time)
– Certificate and pin badge (upon successful completion of the exam)

Course benefits at a glance

Learn to make cheese with an expert!

Get your hands in the vat and learn how to make two styles of cheese in Paula's dedicated cheesemaking space.

International Perspective / Multilingual

Paula grew up in Mexico and has spent many years living in various countries. She delivers her courses in English or Dutch.

Great location in a cool and convenient Amsterdam neighbourhood

Combine your trip to this vibrant city with a day-filled with cheese.

Graduate of Design

Paula brings a unique artistic approach to her courses.

Course Dates

De Kaasserie | Level One: Associate Certification – 1-day course

Choose a date and time

De Kaasserie – Associate Certification: January 2026 One Day Course
240.00
De Kaasserie – Associate Certification: February 2026 One Day Course
240.00
Testimonials

Here's what the delegates are saying

Audience

Who's The Course For?

Anybody with an interest in Cheese! Level One is ideal for anyone who wants to understand the basics of cheese and cheesemaking. It’s also a great stepping-stone for anybody whose career involves the preparation, serving or selling of cheese.

Cheese Lovers

Cheese Tourists

Cheesemakers

Cheesemongers

Sommeliers

Mentors
Training Partner
De Kaasserie
De Kaasserie offers cheesemaking courses and tastings in the heart of creative Amsterdam, as well as Academy of Cheese accredited courses in English and Dutch.

Frequently Asked Questions

About

Why choose the course?

Come and study cheese in Amsterdam! This one-day course, held at De Kaasserie’s West-Amsterdam cheese shop, is designed for professionals and enthusiasts alike. Taught by Paula Colchero, a cheesemaking expert, you will taste twelve cheeses from the list of 25 cheeses for Level one. These will be paired with drinks (wine, kombucha, tea) and analysed according to the Academy of cheese tasting and the make-post make model.

With 14 years of cheesemaking experience, Paula brings her extensive knowledge and artisanal approach to the fore, applying it to the Academy modules and helping you to understand the cheesemaking process with hands-on practical cheesemaking in her dedicated cheesemaking room.

All in all, each session will be a fabulous day of learning, socialising and enjoying the amazing world of cheese.

The Academy Of Cheese Level One Associate course is designed for professionals & enthusiasts alike. The course is devoted to tasting cheeses at various stages of the ripening process, discussing and understanding the structured approach to tasting (SATC) & the Academy of Cheese proprietary cheese classification system –
the Make Post-make model.

Paula also holds weekly cheesemaking workshops and brings her flair for creative design to each course.

Included in the course fee:

– Full-day classroom course delivered by a certified Academy of Cheese® training partner
– Tasting of 12 cheeses
– Learn about 25 different cheese styles
– Make two styles of cheese
– Copy of the level one cheese book detailing 25 different cheese styles
– Additional learning resources including study guide and flavour wheels
– Access to the Academy of Cheese online and online cheese library
– The Level One associate exam fee (taken online in your own time)
– Certificate and pin badge (upon successful completion of the exam)

Course benefits at a glance

Learn to make cheese with an expert!

Get your hands in the vat and learn how to make two styles of cheese in Paula's dedicated cheesemaking space.

International Perspective / Multilingual

Paula grew up in Mexico and has spent many years living in various countries. She delivers her courses in English or Dutch.

Great location in a cool and convenient Amsterdam neighbourhood

Combine your trip to this vibrant city with a day-filled with cheese.

Graduate of Design

Paula brings a unique artistic approach to her courses.

Course Dates

De Kaasserie | Level One: Associate Certification – 1-day course

Choose a date and time

De Kaasserie – Associate Certification: January 2026 One Day Course
240.00
De Kaasserie – Associate Certification: February 2026 One Day Course
240.00
Training Partner
De Kaasserie
De Kaasserie offers cheesemaking courses and tastings in the heart of creative Amsterdam, as well as Academy of Cheese accredited courses in English and Dutch.
Mentors
Testimonials

Here's what the delegates are saying

Audience

Who's The Course For?

Anybody with an interest in Cheese! Level One is ideal for anyone who wants to understand the basics of cheese and cheesemaking. It’s also a great stepping-stone for anybody whose career involves the preparation, serving or selling of cheese.

Cheese Lovers

Cheese Tourists

Cheesemakers

Cheesemongers

Sommeliers

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Contact

Contact De Kaasserie

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Bellamystraat 8,

1053BL Amsterdam,
The Netherlands

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