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Justin Telfer learnt his craft as Cheesemaker at Gilbert Chandler Campus, Melbourne University, during 2001/02 under the guidance of renowned cheese expert, Neil Willman. Justin’s talent and abilities were quickly recognised – he was offered employment at the University as Willman’s assistant and also awarded prizes for his cheese. At the 2008 Brisbane Cheese Awards Justin's “Byron Bay Blue” was awarded the trophy for Best Blue Vein Cheese. At two Regional Shows in Gippsland, Victoria, Justin’s Blue Cheeses won “First Prize” and “People’s Choice”, and he was awarded a Gold Medal for Washed Rind Cheese at the 2004 Australian Specialist Cheesemakers Association (ASCA) Awards. In addition, Justin has performed the role of cheese Judge and conducted an industry Research and Development project for presentation at the ASCA Awards.
Bangalow Cheese Co cheeses are available weekly at the Byron Bay Farmers’ Market held at Butler St Reserve, Byron Bay, every Thursday from 8am to 11am, and at Bangalow (behind the pub) every Saturday from 8am to 11am.
Alternatively, contact us using the Enquiries link above for special or mail orders.
Bangalow Cheese Co produces fine hand made cheese in farmhouse styles. Justin believes in creating a natural product, free from stabilisers, preservatives and standardisation of the milk. The aim is to create cheeses with real flavour – seasonal variations are encouraged, as are subtle variations from batch to batch!
Coorabell Fresh Curd A delightfully mild and creamy spreadable cheese that is very versatile. Great on toast, or toss some through a warm potato salad. Available marinated in an extra virgin olive oil blend with a hint of garlic, pepper and fresh herbs.
Federal Fetta Based on the traditional brined fetta, this cheese is firm yet creamy and salty yet not too salty. Crumbles beautifully into a salad, or onto pizza, or why not bake your own Federal Fetta and olive bread? Available in brine, or marinated in extra virgin olive oil blended with a hint of garlic, pepper and fresh herbs.
Wilsons Creek White A Camembert style cheese, it has a thick white cover and a chalky centre when young. As it ripens, the texture becomes suppler whilst the rind can begin to develop colourings of orange through pink.
Brooklet Brie With a sweet and milky character, the ripe “Brooklet” displays a soft and smooth texture and is often speckled by orange/red through to brown markings.
Tintenbar Triple Cream An indulgent treat . . . this white moulded cheese with pure cream added during its creation, displays a deliciously buttery, mushroomy character.
Byron Bay Blue Bangalow Cheese Co.'s award winning signature cheese, this mild flavoured creamy blue cheese has a distinctively “blue” flavour with delicate and intricate undertones. A delightful tangy sweetness is displayed with a creamy full finish. ***** Winner of the “Palatable Partners Cup for the Best Blue Vein Cheese” at the 2008 Brisbane Cheese Awards *****
Binna Burra Blue A firmer texture and stronger “blue” flavour, this cheese melts on your tongue resulting in a wonderful mouth feel, coupled with peppery overtones and a sharp finish.
Nashua Washed Rind With a distinctive orange rind, this is a true “stinky” cheese. Beneath the pungent and deceptive aroma of the rind lies a robust salty yet sweet flavour. Available in both a firmer less “intense” style, and also in a gooey “wild” version!