The Cheese Board Company: A Taste of Homegrown Goodness at Swan Bay Resort's Friday Farmers Market
Swan Bay Resort is happy to welcome The Cheese Board Company to our Friday Farmers Market! They make beautiful charcuterie boards using fresh, local cheeses, meats and produce. Their boards add a tasty touch to the market and a personal one, making each visitor feel special. We appreciate how their products encourage visitors to slow down, share, and enjoy the flavors of the season. They are great to walk around while snacking or for picnics, boat trips, or cozy gatherings at the campsite. Vendors like The Cheese Board Company make our market better, and we are proud to feature them this summer.
If there’s one thing that brings people together, it’s great food—especially the kind meant to be shared. That’s the heart behind The Cheese Board Company, a charming local gift shop in Ogdensburg, NY, where the owner (and self-proclaimed cheese lover) has turned her passion into a personalized culinary experience you won't find anywhere else.
“I’ve always been a cheese and crackers lover,” she says. “I just love how my food can be shared with others. It’s very much a grazing, talking-over-conversation-with-friends kind of thing. I feel like it brings people together.”
And I couldn’t agree more; the box items I chose include the creamiest Munster cheese I've ever had and perfectly ripe, sweet black and red raspberries. I can't wait to order my next box and visit her shop.
Customers are not just passive shoppers; they receive personalized recommendations from knowledgeable staff eager to share tips on creating the perfect cheese board for any occasion. This includes selecting the right combination of cheeses, meats, vegetables, and fruits, as well as arranging them in an aesthetically pleasing way.
Every Friday, from 10 AM to 4 PM, a delightful cheese cart—meticulously curated—graces the vibrant Swan Bay Resort’s Farmers Market. It's more than just a cart; it celebrates artisan craftsmanship and local flavors. It offers whimsical charcuterie boards that evoke warm memories of sun-soaked summers in the North Country. Each board showcases an exquisite array of cheeses, including the creamy, velvety texture of fresh Munster, the zesty bite of tangy Colby, the rich, buttery notes of Le Gruyère, fresh cheese curds that burst with flavor, and the robust, savory slices of Croghan bologna. These aren't mere snacks; they are stories captured in flavors that reflect the essence of place, season, and community.
Complementing the cheese is seasonal produce, including carrots, cucumbers, peppers, fresh fruits like apples and berries that highlight the best local harvests, and delicious accents like hot pepper bacon jam, adding a fiery kick to the experience. Together, these offerings create an artisanal feast that invites guests to make their personalized box, choosing from an array of items to savor the true bounty of the region, turning every bite into a taste of tradition and nostalgia.
What makes it even more special is her dedication to sourcing locally. “A lot of my cheeses come from local sources,” she explains. “I try to get all of my veggies locally, too.” That commitment ensures the freshest ingredients and supports our local farmers and producers, shining in every beautifully arranged board.
If you’re gearing up for a relaxing boat ride, orchestrating a picturesque sunset picnic by the river, or searching for the ideal shareable snack for your next camping adventure, look no further than The Cheese Board Company. This gem offers a delightful array of artisanal cheeses, charcuterie, and accompaniments that are perfect for any occasion. If you miss the Farmer's Market at Swan Bay, visit her charming storefront at 308 Isabella St, Suite 4 in Ogdensburg. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the selection is simply phenomenal. I was awestruck by one of her market boards, filled with a thoughtful combination of flavors and textures. That's why I plan to return in June—it's a culinary experience not to miss!
So come hungry and leave with something delicious. From the smooth richness of fresh cheese to the burst of sweet local berries, The Cheese Board Company delivers the full flavor of a Thousand Islands summer—one bite at a time. 🧀🍓
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