The holiday season is in full swing! Family traditions and new recipes come together to create a delicious spread for festive get-togethers. Whether you’re serving a cheesy side dish, crafting a charcuterie board, or preparing a perfecto pinsa, these three festive cheeses are must-trys during the holiday season.

Gruyère

This firm, nutty cheese is an easy crowd pleaser! Similar to aged cheddar, it’s crafted with cow’s milk cheese and aged to enhance its rich flavor and smooth texture. Incorporate gruyere on top of your favorite side dish, alongside fresh fruits and nuts on a charcuterie board, or atop any savory pinsa recipe. 

For a perfecto pinsa pairing, top your crust with gruyere, a salty meat like prosciutto or ham, fresh arugula, and a drizzle of hot honey for a salty, sweet sensation. Buon appetito!

Cranberry Goat Cheese

Indulge in the festive, fruity flavors of a cranberry goat cheese log at your holiday get-together! Mixing the tangy sweetness of cranberry with the fresh creaminess of goat cheese forms a divine harmony of flavors. This cheese can be easily spread or sliced for a quick, craveable addition to any hors d’oeuvres. 

For a simple and delicious appetizer, simply crisp and cut a Pedone Pinsa crust into small pieces, top with a slice of cranberry goat cheese, and finish with a sprig of rosemary. Delizioso!

Camembert

Similar to brie, camembert is a soft and creamy cheese with a mature flavor profile. This cheese becomes more succulent and creamy as it ages, enhancing its earthy and luscious taste. Camembert is the star of any cheese board when accompanied with fresh fruits and crisp crackers or crust. 

This cheese is perfect for the holidays as it balances seasonal flavors like roasted nuts, winter herbs, and festive fruits deliciously. Try adding dollops of camembert atop a fruitful, nutty pinsa fresh out of the oven!

Happy Holidays from the Pedone Pinsa Family

Pedone Pinsa is honored to bring our hand-pressed crusts to your family dinner table, spreading the joy of pinsa in every bite. This holiday season, we wish you an abundance of peace, good food, and great company. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year—from our family to yours!