Testimonials
The Gourmet Cheese of the Month Club was created in response to feedback from many of our wine and microbrew club members. They told us that we should be offering “boutique” cheeses from around the world to go with our wines and beers. We took over a year to complete our research, and now we are sure we have partnered with the most exceptional and knowledgeable resource for Gourmet Cheese. In fact, Zagat’s rated them as the Number One deli in the USA.
We will offer you only handmade gourmet cheeses that are produced in very limited quantities, and have no doubt been tasted by William the Conqueror, Catherine the Great, Voltaire, Michelangelo, and the like. Each shipment will include enlightening and noteworthy newsletters... and all at a reasonable price! You have our commitment that we will deliver the highest quality products, and can do service… as we have with our five other clubs.
"Hi Guys,
Just a quick note to tell you that my first shipment of cheese went way beyond my expectations, and so did my first month of wine. also, I have contacted your customer service dept. twice by phone, and have to tell you that they are the nicest reps. I've ever dealt with. They are helpful, friendly ... it's like talking to a friend! I will continue to recommend your company. "
K. Ganz
"My parents are absolutely delighted with their Cheese of the Month gifts--and they have very good taste. I'm happy to let you know that they are impressed with the variety and quality of the cheeses they're receiving each month, and they've actually requested that this be their Christmas gift every year! Aaah! Relief. I've found something that pleases two people who have everything... I'll never again have to worry about what to give them."
Suzanne Coles
"I just wanted to take a minute to say "thank you". I gave a membership to my son-in-law and he just loves it and looks forward to each delivery. I just renewed it as a gift for their anniversary, and not only was it easy, but I was able to print out a great card to send to them. I look forward to continuing to use your company. I might try wine or ??? for Christmas.
Thanks for making my shopping life sooooo easy!"
Holly Carter, El Cajon, CA
"... I rarely take the time to write to a company to tell them that they're doing a great job. Usually it's to chew some #@%#! But I had the pleasure of speaking to Lisa the other day when I couldn't figure out how to place my order. She was so helpful and well informative about the club that I got really excited about the gift I was buying and ended up trying the club myself too! I've been on board for 3 months now and have been blown away with your selections. I called back to thank Lisa and she asked if I could put it on paper for a testimonial section on the web site, so here you go! Bottom line? It's a quality product and they deliver very flavorful, rare cheeses and I've never tried anything like them before."
Susan Wallen, Kansas City, MO
"... very impressed with the level of knowledge that your employees have. Charlene told me more than I would ever want to know about cheese and when I later emailed a question to Jude about how to store the cheese, I got a very detailed and thorough full page back on how to care for our shipments. Overall, I'm very impressed with both your customer service and of course the selections! They're always very unusual and tasty."
Adam Bublitz, Chicago, IL
"... I used the "Send a Hint" feature on your web site last year before Christmas and told 5 people that I really wanted to get the Cheese Club for Christmas and sure enough, Mom came through! I called the other day to check on a shipment and Charlene asked me to email you what I thought of the club for your web site. I've only got 2 shipments so far, but I mowed them down within 10 days both times. They were so awesome! The cheeses you've sent are all very strong and much more intense than what I'm used to, but I like it! I'm really looking forward to the next 4 shipments!"
Robin Buckler, Des Moines, IA
"... thought you would like to know how much my brother has thoroughly enjoyed the Gift membership to the club. He's received 4 out of his 6 months and he's called me every single month to tell me all about the cheeses that you sent. He's never been this excited about any gift I've ever given him! So thanks for the help. I wouldn't normally write something like this but your people were so friendly and told me that you all really appreciate feedback so here it is!"
Deborah Silverman, Denver, CO
"We have very much enjoyed the surprises in the chocolate and cheese packages that arrive every month. The quality of both products has been exceptional. We never knew there were so many different kinds of chocolate. Hershey bars these are not. The packaging has been professional and the newsy items in the package have been very informative. We are hooked. Keep up the good work. Unfortunately, the goodies don't last too long around this casa."
Denise Jenner, Penn Valley, California
"When you asked me to put my words on paper for your web site, my first reaction was, "Great cheese!! Well packaged, fresh and tasty!"... But then I was reminded that I have a flair for description and decided to have some fun with it so here goes...
"Imagine my delight upon receiving a parcel containing my month's installment of cheese from one of the best delis in the world -- Zingerman’s â !! The three selections came carefully wrapped and packed with ice. A beautifully written newsletter explained the heritage of each of the cheeses, and I savored the mouthwatering aroma emanating from each package as I learned about the savory adventure on which I was about to embark. There was a Blue, a Swiss and a Camembert -- each a fine example of the world's best cheesemaking, and each distinctly different in character and flavor. I carefully prepared a plate of peara, crackers and French bread to complement the dairy triumvirate. I sipped my Cabernet and escaped in the buttery texture of the Swiss. I savored the sweetness of the pear coupled with the sharp stillness of the Blue. I was mesmerized by the creamy sweetness of the Camembert. For a moment, I was surely closer to Heaven."
Daniel Trygstad, Los Angeles, CA
"I bought your service for my sister last Christmas because she's a big cheese fan, and always I can't figure out what to get her. I think she returns most of my gifts anyway! I was so surprised when she called me up after she had received the first month and said how ecstatic she was to get such gourmet cheeses. She said she never knew I was that creative! She called me again this month when she got her second shipment. Guess I don't have to worry about what to get her anymore. Thanks for the cool gift idea."
Edward De Angelo, Albuquerque, NM
"... I've been a member since you first introduced the cheese club. I was getting the wine club first and saw your introduction announcement in my newsletter. I called to check it out and was going to cancel the wine club (which I really love! But couldn't afford both.) and try the cheese out for a while. Christine suggested that I keep the wine club and just alternate shipments, so now I get cheese one month and then wine and then cheese. It's awesome! It's tough to save at least one of the wines to pair up with the cheeses though. I'm going to send a few of your E-Hints to see if my family members will pool their Christmas gift $$$ and then I can get both clubs all year long!"
Cornelius Acuss, Lake Villa, IL
"My mother got me this membership for my birthday and at first I thought, "what the heck was she thinking?!" But I must confess, I've really enjoyed trying such rare cheeses each month. That Stilton you sent was killer, FIGURATIVELY SPEAKING! I actually reordered more!... I'm going to tell her to renew the membership for Christmas... "
Dana Magerl, Manhattan, KS
