The Starter Course
Four extraordinary artisan cheeses, American-made prosciutto, preserves, almonds, pickles, and crackers: everything you need to start the evening off right, whether entertaining friends or having an intimate night in with family.
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Mt Tam | Cowgirl Creamery | Petaluma, CA
Cultured Butter • Fresh Pasture • Mushrooms
An organic American Original cheese recipe, our best-selling cheese has all the lusciousness you expect from a triple cream with a unique heart that upholds its texture. Named after the iconic landmark Mount Tamalpais that rises over the San Francisco Bay in Marin County, Cowgirl Creamery’s Mt Tam cheese is produced with organic, locally sourced milk and rises above the standard for bloomy rind cheeses. Mt Tam takes you from fudgy firmness to buttery softness with flavors spanning from bright creme fraiche to complex and mushroomy, evoking the North Bay’s lush green and gold pastures. (7 oz, Pasteurized Cow's Milk & Cream, Microbial Rennet, Suitable for Vegetarians)
Hop Along | Cowgirl Creamery | Petaluma, CA
Brioche • Apple • Yogurt
A snackable organic cheese under the influence of hard cider. After 45 days of aging, this washed rind cheese develops aromas of apple and brioche and a silky, semi-firm interior. Hop Along is a versatile and approachable option for both cheese novices and experts and easily pairs with a variety of snacks (cured meats, preserved and fresh fruits, nuts) and beverages (kombucha & hard cider). (5 oz, Pasteurized Cow's Milk, Traditional Rennet, Non-Vegetarian)
Pierce Point | Cowgirl Creamery | Petaluma, CA
Herbaceous• Floral • Fresh Cream
Pierce Point transports you to the scents and sights of late spring on the Northern California Coast. Named for a ranch on the Pt Reyes National Seashore, this luscious triple cream starts with organic, locally-sourced milk. Each wheel is rich with the aromas of the surrounding pastures. Pierce Point delivers all the herbaceousness of the milk, accentuated with herbs and stunning edible flowers, capturing the essence of the season year-round. (7 oz, Pasteurized Cow's Milk & Cream, Microbial Rennet, Suitable for Vegetarians)
Humboldt Fog Mini | Cypress Grove | Arcata, CA
Buttermilk • Citrus
Humboldt Fog, the flagship cheese from our sister company Cypress Grove, features a stunning edible ribbon of black vegetable ash and flavor notes of buttermilk, citrus, and fresh cream. (16 oz, Pasteurized Goat's Milk, Microbial Rennet, Suitable for Vegetarians)
Prosciutto Americano | La Quercia | Norwalk, IA
Humanely raised, antibiotic-free pork, seasoned with sea salt and organic spices. No sugar or added nitrates. (2 oz)
Raspberry Rose | Quince & Apple Preserves | Madison, WI
Ruby Raspberries sparkle in this bright preserve. The lush fruit and floral rose creates notes of cherry, punch and lime. (6 oz)
Smoked Paprika Almonds | Clif Family Almonds | St Helena, CA
These snackable organic almonds from California are seasoned with smoky spanish paprika to produce the perfect pairing for artisan cheese and meats. (4 oz)
Cornichons | Fabrique Delices | Hayward, CA
These French-style gherkins are pickled with vinegar and savory herbs, providing the perfect counterpoint to rich cheese and charcuterie. (5 oz)
Artisan Crisps | Rustic Bakery | Petaluma, CA
Our neighbors at Rustic Bakery produce these crunchy organic crisps with dried cherries and pistachios. (5 oz)
Cowgirl Creamery Crackers | Rustic Bakery | Petaluma, CA
Our neighbors at Rustic Bakery craft these organic crackers just for us, made with sea salt, olive oil, and sourdough starter. (6 oz)
Wine: California Chardonnay, Dry Rose, Cabernet Sauvignon
Beer/Cider: Pale Ale, Sour, Sparkling Cider
Non-Alcoholic: Herb Shrub, Ginger Ale, or Iced Tea
Need help?
See our FAQs below
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When will my order ship?
Due to the perishable nature of cheese and our standards for the quality of our cheese, we ship via FedEx Overnight Monday - Thursday. Please note the selected ship date is an estimated ship date. All orders will arrive within the selected week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday. We cannot guarantee an exact delivery date, so please order in advance for holidays and special occasions.
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Can I ship to multiple addresses?
Yes! At checkout select “Ship to multiple addresses” and you’ll be able to send each collection to a different address.
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How do I add a gift message?
During the checkout, select the checkbox for "include complimentary gift message," and enter your desired greeting. Your complimentary gift message will be printed onto the packing slip that is placed inside the box.
Prices will not be included on the packing slip or inside of the package. Receipts will be sent to the email you entered during checkout.
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Can I order individual cheeses?
From our Cheese Shops in the Ferry Building & Point Reyes Station, yes you can.
From our Online Cheese Catalog, we aren’t able to offer individual cheeses. We do feature specific cheeses like our We Love Red Hawk or Welcome Wagon. Also, from time to time, we have online specials with several pieces of the same cheese like our popular Tam Trio. Sign up for our emails in the footer to be the first to know!
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How should I store my cheeses?
As soon as you get it home, store the unopened cheese in the refrigerator for best quality. Any opened pieces can be re-wrapped in the cheese paper and sealed in the paper it comes in. You can also re-wrap the cheese in cheese paper that helps to preserve the cheese as much as possible.
If you don’t have cheese paper, use something that will keep the cheese covered so that it doesn’t dry out in the fridge. Other customers have used reusable beeswax food cloths and parchment paper. Plastic wrap can be used, but it’s better for harder cheeses than delicate soft cheese.
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Can I create a custom assortment or make substitutions?
For our local fans shopping in San Francisco or visiting us in Point Reyes Station, we offer gift baskets and catering trays.
For our Online Cheese Catalog, unfortunately, we don’t have that option. But check out all of our current catalog - we’ve curated popular combinations that feature the best of Cowgirl for all kinds of cheese lovers.