The Cheese Shop of Centerbrook — Local services in Essex

I came here on my 1 year anniversary getaway, and it was one of the best decisions I ever made. The kindest woman in the shop, whose name I can't remember because I am truly terrible with names (I am so sorry!), let us sample numerous cheeses and types of charcuterie in preparation for putting together a board later in the evening. She was so incredibly knowledgeable and helpful, and we ended up buying small pieces of 5 different cheeses and 5 types of charcuterie, each of which was absolutely delicious. I cannot stress enough that if you are thinking about stopping by here, you need to do so. We will absolutely be coming back up here in the future. Pictured: the products in question, plus some...

My neighborhood cheese shop, and how lucky is that to even say? They are passionate about their products and their customer service. I love that they give people the time to make their choices, taste their options, and the wait doesn't matter when the service is so good. It's a joy to go in there, even if I only have $10 to spend, it's a treat to be treated so tenderly. PS - don't miss the artichokes in olive oil -- the artichoke hearts can be quartered easily, and are to die for, not to mention oil is worth the...

I cannot recommend The Cheese Shop enough! I had the absolute pleasure of meeting Dina, who was not only incredibly knowledgeable but also so warm and welcoming. The selection of cheeses here is out of this world—everything from creamy blues to aged goudas that melt in your mouth. The serrano ham was mouth watering! There are unique condiments as well, and they paired perfectly with the cheeses and ham I picked. This is more than just a shop; it’s an experience for any cheese lover. I’ll definitely be...