With the days getting warmer and longer, summer is upon us, making this a great time of year to gather some wine and cheese and go on a relaxing picnic. Those in Lodi, CA must stop at Cheese Central in Downtown Lodi to purchase gourmet cheese for their picnics. If customers feel slightly overwhelmed by the variety of cheese from all over the world, the knowledgeable staff is available to explain the different products.
At Cheese Central, Lodi locals and visitors will find about 100 varieties of cheese. Offering well known cheeses like blue and cheddar and exotic cheeses like raclette and robiola, Cheese Central is a cheese lover’s paradise. Along with the many different cheeses, customers will find local olive oils, chutneys, preserves, honeys and more in the Delectable Pantry. The Cheese Central staff is always on hand to make suggestions for pairings of fine cheese with wines and craft beers.
As a local business, Cheese Central makes a point to support local artisans and businesses. They participate in the Farmer’s Market every week, and they host the work of local artisans in their shop. Currently, Lodi locals and visitors can see a small-format quilt show in the Cheese Central Grand Central Kitchen area. This is the 6th show Cheese Central has hosted over the last two years, and they thoroughly enjoy showing off the talent of some of the local quilters.
If you need to ship any of the cheese you purchase at Cheese Central, the Lodi PostalAnnex location can ship your items via UPS shipping or FedEx shipping. The friendly professionals at PostalAnnex can even compare shipping rates to find the best rate and service for your cheese.
Cheese Central
11 N. School St.
Lodi, California 95240
P: (209) 368-3033
Hours
Mon - Sat: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Image: Cheese Central Facebook
Sources: Cheese Central Facebook; Cheese Central website