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An Introduction to Artisanal Cheese (Includes Wine)

Explore the fundamentals of artisanal cheese through a guided tasting of six distinctive varieties. Discover how milk types, rind development, and production methods shape each cheese’s unique flavor and texture. Gain expert insights into the craft of cheesemaking while sampling carefully selected accompaniments and wines. Leave with a deeper appreciation and confidence in navigating the world of cheese.

  • All levels
  • Small class sizes
  • 21 and older
  • Earn 10% back in points
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    If you find the same class on the same dates for less within 48 hours of booking, send us the link. We match the price as credit or the difference.

  • 254 Bleecker St, New York, NY
  • 90 minutes

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Thu. Jan 21, 2027, 6:30pm ET


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Slice into knowledge at Cheese 101, an introductory journey into the world of cheese. Taught by a Murray's affineur, this expert will guide you through a tasting of exceptional cheeses representing six cheese families, delving into everything from rind development to milk type. Expect a lively discussion of flavor and texture between sips of house wine. You’ll leave with a newfound understanding of cheese—how it’s made, what creates each unique variety, and why your favorites taste so good.

  • Format: guided tasting with a Murray’s expert in our classroom
  • Includes: 6 cheeses, signature accompaniments
  • Beverages: red and white wine
Included in the class price are continuous pours of wine for those 21+.

Additional Information

In-person classes take place in the classrooms located at our Bleecker Street store. Our classrooms are located upstairs and downstairs at our venue and are therefore not wheelchair accessible.


During some of our classes, our content team and/or partners may be filming for social media purposes.

Refund Policy

  • Murray's Cheese will no longer be offering refunds / credit for the classes. 
  • Students are allowed to transfer tickets up to 24 hours before the event, but no refunds will be granted. 
  • Under extenuating circumstances, please let us know the reasoning and we will grant refunds where we see fit
  • In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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Murray's Cheese Shop, New York's oldest and best cheese shop, has a rich history dating back to 1940. From its humble beginnings as a wholesale butter and egg shop, Murray's has evolved into a full-service specialty shop that offers a wide range of high-quality cheeses, a kitchen, a new website, mail order options, a gift catalog, a classroom, and cheese caves.

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