Cheese & Dairy Products
- December 06, 2012
This is the conclusion of Dan Strongin's series of columns.
This is the final post of my series, and I intend to tie together some of the earlier pieces, and hopefully leave you all with a clearer picture of just what makes Nelson-Jameson such a special company.
Dan: What are the advantages of buying from a family business?
Jerry: Over the years I've asked or have been asked "Who is most responsible for bad cheese being made?" The answers generally range from "cultures" to this, that, and the other. But a wise person once gave me an answer that I think is most accurate: "the accountants." This person had lots of experience in cheesemaking and consulting; it is a
- October 05, 2012
October is a month of crunchy leaves, harvest festivals, and refined sugar. Thankfully for cheese lovers, it is also a time to bask in the glory of cheese. American Cheese Month, presented by the American Cheese Society, is this October! Get out your cheese tester, your cheese slicer, and your general regard for this food staple. Across the nation, folks are gearing up for tastings, workshops, meeting their favorite cheese makers, and many other events. You can check out the full calendar of events occurring across the nation right here.
The American Cheese Society site features ideas that can help you get your operation and/or love of cheese involved in this national celebration. Chefs, cheesemakers, cheese enthusiasts, and many more are encouraged to spread the word on appreciating cheese. The celebration is meant to:
- June 23, 2011
A couple points of interest from a recent article, "Of Cheese, Seals and Deming" in Cheese Reporter by Dan Strongin reminded me of my previous experience. I was buyer for a hospital as well as my past accounting experience with a large dairy processing company.
In one section Mr. Strongin refers to the least expensive ingredient may look like it’s saving you money but you may lose in yield. We had to watch this closely at the hospital as well, buying the lesser expensive item doesn’t do you much good if the doctors won’t use it or it doesn’t supply the patient with the results expected. As we state in our new website, we have over 750 suppliers that we buy from. Thus, we can supply you with a reduction in cost as you are only dealing with one vendor – us. We do not promise to be the lowest supplier on all items but combining
