The Real Cheese and Tasting Studio
Step into a world of delicious cheese, expert tastings, and food filled fun at this year’s The Real Cheese and Tasting Studio.
Delicious Experiences Hosted by Suzy Pelta and James Grant
Our Festival host-with-the-most Suzy Pelta will be joined by the fabulous James Grant, better known as The Bucks Cheese Guy—cheesemonger, freelance cheese writer, owner of No2 Pound Street, and co-founder of The Real Cheese Project—in our Real Cheese and Tasting Studio.
Together, they’ll bring a true cheese party to the festival, introducing a mouthwatering selection of exceptional cheeses to tantalise your taste buds.
Over the weekend, a number of our artisan producers will also be joining them—offering tastings and sharing the stories behind their incredible produce.
Join the fun. Learn all about cheese. Meet the makers.
With James and Suzy at the helm, expect something fun, engaging, and utterly scrumptious.
Free to attend once inside the festival.
Featured Cheeses
- Young Buck: A raw milk blue cheese from Newtownards, Northern Ireland. Enjoy its creamy texture, umami-rich flavour, distinctive rind, moist interior, and delicate blue veining.
- Burford: Made by David Jowett at King Stone Dairy near Cheltenham, this pasteurised alpine-style cheese boasts sweet, buttery, nutty notes, and hints of tropical fruit and charcuterie. It’s perfect for fondue!
- Lincolnshire Poacher: Crafted by Tim & Simon Jones at Ulceby Grange, Lincolnshire, this cheese blends savoury and sweet with brothy, meaty, and fruity undertones. Its dense, creamy texture makes it another top pick for fondue.
Shop the Best Cheese Gear
Pick up top-quality fondue sets and cheese knives from Boska – the gold standard trusted by cheese professionals for over 100 years.
Come for the cheese, stay for the fun, and leave with new favourites for your next cheesy adventure!
Schedule
- 12:15 | Tasting Session 1
- 13:15 | Tasting Session 2
- 14:15 | Tasting Session 3
- 15:15 | Tasting Session 4
- 12:15 | Tasting Session 1
- 13:15 | Tasting Session 2
- 14:15 | Tasting Session 3
- 15:15 | Tasting Session 4
The schedule may be subject to change.
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We’re delighted to sponsor the The Real Cheese Studio at the Thame Food Festival, a celebration of culinary creativity, community spirit, and local excellence. We’re proud to contribute to an event that aligns with our mission: creating joy, fostering connection, and celebrating the best of life.
Visitor Tickets
Buy Your Tickets in Advance
Fast Track Tickets are available to purchase online.
Adult tickets (17+) £10
Children (12-16) £5
Children under 12 go FREE!
