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LGC059 – Lactose Free Cheese

March 9, 2017 By Gavin Webber 1 Comment

During this week’s show, I answer questions from Leah Bear about using lactose-free milk in cheese making, issue further information about making lactose free cheese, and discuss why people are lactose intolerant.  Special thanks go to Carol Willman for contributing to this piece.

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OTHER QUESTIONS ANSWERED DURING THE SHOW WERE;

  • Bob asked about wax temperatures before waxing his cheese,
  • Santiago wants to know why his recent cheeses all have an acidic/ bland flavour,
  • Chuck is not sure when his Jarlsberg is ready and I give a tip about which season not to make this cheese,
  • Bill wants to know why his cheese is crumbly,
  • Dianne asks when to add dried apricot pieces into her White Stilton,
  • John has a plan to add unhomogenised skimmed milk and 38% cream together to make unhomogenised milk for cheese making,
  • Amanda inquires about the best way to smoke cheese.  For further reading on this, check out Smoking Your Cheese, and
  • John asked about the best way to defrost sheep milk for making a Pecorino Romano.

ASK A QUESTION FOR THE PODCAST

Don’t forget that you can leave a voicemail message that I will answer and feature on the show.  Just remember that I cannot answer them straight away, so please don’t expect an instant reply.

This podcast is sponsored by Little Green Workshops where you can pick up cheese making kits and supplies.  We stock a large range of cheese making gear and ship to Australia and most countries throughout of the world.lgw-email-headerUntil next time Curd Nerds, Keep Calm and Make Cheese!

Filed Under: Podcast Tagged With: Podcast, Raw Milk, Romano, Salt, Waxing

LGC 043 – Herbs and Spices in Cheese

September 21, 2015 By Gavin Webber Leave a Comment

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Prompted by a voicemail from Wayne, I talk about how to add herbs and spices in cheese.  From chili, sage, red and green peppercorns, to cumin and caraway seeds, you can add a lot of variety to your cheese above and beyond the traditional recipes.

Herbs and Spices - Romano Pepato
Romano Pepato using red peppercorns

We skip the cheese news this episode to get through a few more listener questions.

Today we cover for following questions;

  • Denis asks about thermostats and whether you can use them for cooling and heating.
  • Brian asks how much salt to add to the Farmhouse Cheddar recipe.
  • Richard thanks me for providing all the free cheesemaking information on this site.
  • Christie asks how to combat a wet cheese fridge (see photo below)
Wet Cheese Fridge
Christie’s wet cheese fridge

 

Christies cheese fridge and external thermostat
Christie’s cheese fridge and external thermostat
  • Poppy asks if a cheese fridge needs to be so stinky that the cheese smell sticks to your clothes!
  • Celine ask what to do with her Stilton after the four days of turning is over.

Thanks for all the questions.  Don’t hesitate to leave a question via the Speakpipe tool below.

If you liked the show then pop over to iTunes to give it a rating and review.  I would be honoured to read your feedback.

Filed Under: Podcast Tagged With: Equipment, Herbs and Spices, Podcast, Salt, Technique

LGC 034 – Coagulation

October 13, 2014 By Gavin Webber Leave a Comment

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Did you know that there are three types of coagulation in the cheesemaking process?  Well let me enlighten you in the episode that covers the basics of coagulation and tips for getting your curd to set just right.

This weeks news is a cheese making resource that I recently stumbled upon.  ChannelCheese.tv is a television show that airs on TVS44 in Sydney.  Hosted by Alison Brien, the show travels around the world to look at different artisan cheese makers and how they make traditional and not so traditional cheese on a small-scale.  Worth having a look.

I played a part of an episode that featured Justin Teller from Bangalow Cheese Co, Byron Bay NSW, which has since changed names to the Byron Bay Cheese Co.  He made a very interesting and gold medal winning washed rind cheese.

We also have a voicemail from Søren in Denmark whose question was featured in Episode 32.  He has been experimenting with iodised salt in his cheese making.  He has produced some interesting results.  Below are some of the cheeses that he has made with this type of salt.

Other questions were about the differences between Animal and vegetable rennet, Ricotta Salata, Anti-caking agent in salt, and adding moulds from commercial cheese into your own.
Don’t forget that if you like this podcast, and would like to help promote it as a personal favour to me, please head over to iTunes and give it a rating and an honest review. Once you have clicked on the link, then click the “view on iTunes” button and leave a review.

This helps raise the podcast in the iTunes charts, which ranks against the likes of world-famous food podcasters like Jamie Oliver, Nigella Lawson, and Martha Stewart to name a few. Any help would be fantastic if you have the time.

A special thanks goes out to all of you who have left the show a review and rating.  I really appreciate your honesty and time.

If you wish to receive the show on your portable apple device each time I release an episode, you can subscribe via iTunes or Stitcher Radio.

So, until next time curd nerds, remember to Keep Calm and Make Cheese!

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Podcast Reviews

  • Super interesting!
    October 8, 2017 by Lenka S from Australia

    Gavin's podcast is so interesting and informative, he knows so much about home cheesemaking and he shares his knowledge with his listeners and answers listener questions on the show which is also extremely helpful! I am listening to them all for the second time and finding lots of new useful pieces of information. There are also interesting bits of cheese news from around the world. Thank you Gavin!

  • Cheese making oracle
    May 2, 2017 by Aprecelton from United Kingdom

    This is THE definitive guide and advice centre for anybody who wants to make cheese. What Gavin doesn't know about cheese isn't worth knowing. Enjoyable and informative.

  • Entertaining and informative
    February 9, 2017 by New Jersey omg from United States

    I have just started making cheese and I have been binge listening to these podcasts. I'm hooked. Just made my 4th cheese today and bought the ebook too.

  • Curd Nurd Uni
    November 5, 2016 by Rustndustamust from United States

    I am new to cheesemaking and heard one of Gavin's Podcasts. I downloaded them all and started from the first to the last...I feel like I have been to Curd Nurd University. Gavin freely gives of his time and knowledge as well as the knowledge of skilled cheese makers through interviews. Wish I could give this podcast series 10 stars. Great work. Learned many new ideas and Gavin answered all of my questions through these podcasts. Keep up the fabulous work and to all those behind the scenes that help Gavin - Thanks Mates.Diane, Oregon USA

  • Gavin is a star
    August 26, 2016 by Maticci from Australia

    Thank you Gavin for sharing your secrets and making my cheese making life easier!

  • Everything for the home cheesemaker
    August 5, 2016 by OziFlyer from Australia

    Gavin Webber explains every part of the cheesemaking process simply and clearly, and in an entertaining fashion. A down to earth Aussie bloke, no hype, but fun and educational. Coupled with his YouTube videos, he offers every resource a home cheesemaker could want. If you're new to the hobby - this podcast is definitely for you. If you've been at it a while, you'll still learn something. Oh, and he makes the effort to give measurements in both Imperial (for his U.S. listeners), and metric (for the rest of the world). He couples being knowledgeable with the ability to impart it. 5 stars.

  • Hooray!
    June 13, 2015 by Puglover2 from United States

    I'm so excited to find a podcast on Cheesemaking! Covers all kinds of home cheese topics. Thank you!

  • Inspirational cheesemaking information
    January 30, 2015 by Hoppymalt from United States

    This is the most comprehensive cheesemaking podcast that I have found! Thank you Gavin.

  • Fantastic!
    December 26, 2014 by Allen Kloeden from Australia

    Very helpful informative podcasts, full of useful, practical information and advice.

  • Little Green Cheese Podcast
    September 6, 2014 by Ageingkiwigeek from New Zealand

    Great podcasts, entertaining, a must for all curdnerds. Gavin is my first choice when looking for cheese recipes or videos showing how to.

  • Awesome
    August 17, 2014 by podgida from United States

    This is a very good podcast. If you want to know all about cheese this is the podcast for you.

  • Great Cheese making podcasts
    July 26, 2014 by Fidhler from United States

    Wonderfully instructive podcast on cheese making at home. There are many YouTube videos on the subject but none as good or as complete as Gavin’s. Every time I watch one of these I learn something new. He covers a wide variety of cheeses that make my mouth water. The podcasts are well planned and professionally videoed. You can’t get better than this. Thanks for all your dedication and hard work. John Erdman, Augusta, Maine, USA

  • Awesome Podcasts
    June 24, 2014 by FeFiFoFum yes from Australia

    Just the best, so easy to listen to and follow. Combined with Gavin's blog you can find out about all things cheese. Excellent for the beginner cheese maker or more experienced too

  • Two thumbs up!
    March 19, 2014 by Tvjacsb from United States

    I am just starting my cheese making adventure and am methodically listening to each podcast episode. Very informative "process" information as well as personal interviews of home cheese makers. A perfect blend of education and entertainment.

  • Great podcast
    February 27, 2014 by Cliff Matushin from United States

    This is a very informative cast. Practical and entertaining. Glad I found it.

  • Great!
    August 1, 2013 by Jarlsberg_girl from Norway

    If you're a curd-nerd you'll love these minutes on technique, maturing-updates and interviews with home cheesemakers like yourself!

  • Finaly real home chesse making pod is here! yey!
    July 9, 2013 by Rowleysfarmett from Canada

    If you are into making chesse this one is a great pod for you!

  • Little Green Cheese Podcast
    June 7, 2013 by Caro from NZ from New Zealand

    Really enjoyable podcast for all us keen and committed home cheesemakers....really great to hear from someone else who enjoys cheesemaking so much. Lovely casual, friendly manner, good format, great interviews with other keen cheesemakers....keep up the good work, Gavin!!

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