Join us on 9th February for an immersive Swiss cheese tasting in the heart of London. Explore 12 exceptional Swiss cheeses, hear the stories behind world-class cheesemakers, and discover what makes Swiss cheese so distinct, delicious and culturally rich.
£58.00 + VAT
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| Location | London, UK |
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| Date: | 9th February 2026 |
| Time: | 2pm – 5pm |
Cold February is the perfect time to warm up with the rich and complex flavours of Switzerland. On 9th February, join us join us in Soho Square, London, for a deliciously immersive and story-rich tasting that brings Switzerland’s greatest cheeses straight to London – complete with live Tête de Moine curling demonstrations and hot melted Raclette to warm the soul.
This tasting will be particularly special: Le Gruyère AOP – one of Switzerland’s most treasured cheeses – has just been crowned Supreme Champion at the World Cheese Awards. There’s no better moment to explore the craft, culture, and character behind the cheeses that make Switzerland a world leader in artisan dairy.
Led by Swiss Cheese experts, European Fine Cheese, you’ll taste 12 mighty Swiss cheeses, hear the stories behind world-class cheesemakers, and discover the quirks and intricacies that make Swiss cheese so distinct and so delicious.
With the World Cheese Awards’ spotlight shining on Switzerland, there has never been a better moment to celebrate Swiss cheese. Enjoyed over five “flights”, you’ll be able to tick off every Swiss cheese from the Academy of Cheese Cheese Library – plus a few “special guests” rarely seen together.
Featured Cheeses Include*:
*cheeses are subject to change depending upon availability
Swiss cheeses share deep alpine roots – crafted with care and time-honoured techniques. This experience invites you to explore them, over five flights delivered by experts specialising in Swiss cheese, as a family of flavour: connected through heritage, yet each with its own delicious personality. Enjoying them together unlocks a deeper, richer appreciation of Switzerland’s extraordinary cheesemaking landscape.
Travel back 1,000 years to the origins of the alpine cheeses that still exist, and thrive, today. Learn how age-old practices have shaped the flavours we know and love.
Discover how Switzerland’s dramatic geography – towering peaks, lush valleys, remote pastures – shaped the methods and traditions of their cheesemaking.
Uncover the deep cultural and culinary ties between Switzerland and France, and how cross-border influences helped shape some of Switzerland’s most beloved cheeses.
Meet the makers bringing fresh life to ancient recipes. Learn how modern Swiss cheesemakers are evolving centuries-old techniques into new classics with bold character.
We end with warmth and theatre: an authentic raclette machine demonstration, complete with tasting. The most comforting, melty finale imaginable for a February day.
But this is more than just indulgence, it’s a glimpse into Academy of Cheese study. Along the way you’ll touch on:
Whether you’re aiming for certification with the Academy or simply want to enrich your cheese appreciation, this rare experience offers both extraordinary flavour learning – led by experts. However, delegates attending this masterclass will automatically receive discounts on the Level Three Cheese Library and Cheese Industry Knowledge modules.
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Monday 9th February 2025 |
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Afternoon Session: 2pm – 5pm |
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Location: |
L’Espace at the Église Protestante Française de Londres 8-9 Soho Square London W1D 3QD |
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£58 plus VAT |
Places are limited – book now to secure your spot at this unique cheese experience.
Matthew Onuki-Luke | Academy of Cheese Events Co-ordinator
Matthew brings nearly a decade of London cheesemongering experience to the role. He began at Paxton & Whitfield’s Jermyn Street shop before joining Buchanans Cheesemonger, where he honed his affinage skills and developed a passion for selecting young cheeses and ageing them to his precise standards.
His work gave him deep, sometimes delightfully niche, knowledge across cheese styles, and he supplied cheeseboards to Michelin-starred restaurants while collaborating closely with UK cheesemakers, including making cheese at several dairies.
A cheese-awards judge and active voice in the artisan community, Matthew relocated to Plymouth in 2025 and now brings his expertise and enthusiasm to the South West.
Established in 2020, European Fine Cheese was initially conceived as a project for collaboration between producers, affineurs and their customers; today EFC is focused on bringing some of the finest cheeses from select dairies across the continent of Europe; as well as the lesser-known gems from the artisan cheese world.
We reserve the right to cancel an event should circumstances beyond our control make this unavailable or if minimum numbers are not met. In the unlikely event of this happening, delegates will be offered a place on the re-scheduled date, or given a full refund. Please note once tickets are booked, they are non-refundable. All bookings are final, however, if you are unable to attend you can reassign your booking to a new available date or to another person. We require 14 days’ notice prior to original booking date.