Cheese Importers

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(303) 772-9599
103 Main St., Longmont, CO 80501
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Who We Are


After 2 decades working in the natural food industry of the 60's Lyman and Linda White began to see that people were becoming increasingly aware and conscious about food.
The cheese industry like so many, was a traditional one that had fallen victim to over processing and mechanization. Can you believe that over 90% of all cheese in the 60's was 'processed'? In fact, at one time we had counted over 60 varieties of 'processed cheese'. Back then cheese was pretty dull and bland tasting. No one ever thought about concepts like 'cheese and wine' or 'cheese plates', or locally produced farmstead cheeses.
Like many boot straps, Cheese Importers was started with little money and a lot of heart.
The basic plan was to hand select and deliver natural and imported cheese to shops, café's and co-ops along the Colorado front-range. We were also going to find and promote small local cheese makers (ever looked for a needle in a haystack?) every chance we got. Things were slow and simple at first and we worked the long hours cutting blocks of cheddar, turning our wheels of parmesan, making deliveries, and keeping the accounts. Surprisingly, within a year retail customers were knocking on the warehouse door. They had heard about us and wanted to 'buy direct'.
Since those early years we have grown slowly, and added high quality products like oils, spices, olives, and other good natural foods.
Today we have cheese from many countries, and lots of good farmstead cheeses made by American artisans. Our wholesale base has grown and includes over 400 of Colorado's discriminating, quality oriented restaurants, natural grocers, co-ops, and neighborhood buying clubs.
Today, two of the Whites brilliant children, Clara Natasha and Samm have assumed responsibility for development and daily management.
The company is still overseen (and prodded at times) by Linda. Clara and Samm possess fire breathing zeal regarding quality, and an honest commitment to their community. This youthful energy helps keep us in touch with the ever changing marketplace.
A third fire breathing child lives in Portland. Sacha White founded and operates Vanilla Bicycles which builds beautiful custom bicycles, known far and wide for no compromise, high end quality.
Like so much of the 'new' America, these children are good examples of a return to and a deep appreciation for craftsmanship and a traditional work ethic.
Over the last 30 some years, retail sales and mail order business have blossomed as well.
We now have an entire store carved out of the original warehouse called Market Europa where we sell foods from around the world. We offer house wares, linens, gift baskets and a refrigerated mail order service. Somewhat surprisingly, we have even become a 'destination' stop for out of town visitors.

Gift Basket


American Artisanal
$65
A perfect selection of some of America's finest artisanal and farmstead cheeses along with delicious complements. Cheeses Include Cypress Grove Purple Haze, award-winning Ig Vella's famous Aged Dry Jack, Point Reyes Original Blue, American Vintage hand-made Wine Biscuits, LuLu Lavender Honey & gourmet chocolates. weight: 8 lbs, size: 15 x 15 x 11.
Bon Appetit
$65
One of our most popular collections; fun, delicious and perfect for every occasion! Cheeses include Holland Paranno Gouda, Willow River natural Pepper Jack, Natural Smoked Gouda, creamy Brie, crackers, San Francisco Italian dry salami, Dijon mustard and a Chocolove chocolate bar & chocolate truffles. Weight: 6 lbs, Size: 12 x 12 x 4, Container: Basket.
Cheese Sampler
$30
A sample of Willow River's finest natural cheeses. Includes Willow River Gouda, Wisconsin Sharp Cheddar and mini cheeses to enjoy with Bremner's Crackers. A Toblerone Chocolate bar rounds out this sampler for a delicious gift. Weight: 3lbs, Size: 9 x 9 x 4, Container: colorful box.
French Collection
$80
This wonderful collection includes four French Cheeses, cocktail olive mix, petite toasts, fruit spread cheese accompaniment, French chocolates and candies. Includes unique cheese tray and spreader beautifully presented in a charming useful basket with lid. Weight: 5 lbs, Size: 15 x 12 x 8, Container: Basket.
Italian Collection
$85
A generous gathering of Italian cheeses and fabulous foods including Italian Parmigiano-Regianno, Provolone in Rope, Mini Bel Paese cheese, Carli Olive oil & Balsamico, Maestri Pastai pasta, Dry-cured Salami, Crespi Olive Spread, Amore tomato paste, crostini crackers, italian candies and cookies. Weight: 9 lbs, Size: 14 x 10 x 8, Container: Basket.
Spanish Collection
$75
A passionate collection of three traditional, very well-loved Spanish cheeses...Manchego, Drunken Goat and Cabra Romero. Accompany these great cheeses with artisan-made breadsticks, lavender honey in stone crock traditional Spanish olive mix, dark chocolate covered oranges, a beautifully packaged chocolate bar, and chocolate truffle figs. Weight: 6 lbs, Size: 15 x 12 x 8, Container: Basket.
Willow River Celebration
$40
A delicious selection of cheeses and complementary items. Includes Willow River's famous Pepper Jack, Edam, Dill Havarti, San Francisco dry cured salami, crackers, and chocolates. Weight: 4lbs, Size: 9 x 9 x 4.

Wholesale


Cheese Importers is a family of caring & dedicated individuals committed to serving our customers with the best products and expert service available
Our strength is generated from our founders commitment to excellence in each other, our customers, our suppliers and our community.
We are committed to providing a working environment that allows each and every employee to create work satisfaction and develop their skills
Character, commitment, and confidence. We recognize the importance of each individual as part of the overall success of the entire company.
Cheese Importers acknowledges and embraces the responsibility to the communities where we are located
By our leadership and active participation in our community, as well as our economic vitality and quality of our products and services, we can greatly contribute to enhancing the communities in which we live and work. From our family to yours, we wish you a life of positivity , love and good food.

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