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Brandee Hurt

@TheCheeseLady

Disciplines

Culinary/Food Awareness

Lives and Works

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About

The Cheese Lady is a passionate artisan dedicated to crafting rich, flavorful cold smoked cheeses that bring people together. With a love for tradition and a creative touch, she blends time-honored techniques with bold, modern flavors to create unforgettable taste experiences. Known for her signature black-and-white checkered style and warm, welcoming spirit, The Cheese Lady turns simple ingredients into something truly special—one smoky bite at a time.

Artist Statement

At The Cheese Lady, cheese is more than food—it’s an experience, a memory, and a craft rooted in care. Every wheel, wedge, and bite reflects a passion for transforming simple ingredients into something rich, flavorful, and deeply comforting. Specializing in smoked cheeses, The Cheese Lady blends traditional techniques with a creative touch, using carefully selected woods and methods to develop bold, balanced flavors. The process is slow and intentional, allowing each batch to take on its own character—never rushed, never ordinary. This work is inspired by a love of sharing: gathering around tables, celebrating small moments, and creating connections through food. Each product is made with the belief that quality matters, details matter, and people can taste the difference when something is made with heart. The Cheese Lady is both a craft and a calling—bringing warmth, flavor, and a little bit of joy to every bite.