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Odyssey

An odyssey is a long, wandering, and eventful journey or quest. The term can refer to a physical expedition full of new experiences or a figurative journey

Curated Tastings

Cheese Odyssey offers curated cheese tastings - an odyssey in flavour, designed as a journey of discovery.Each experience is thoughtfully crafted in collaboration with South Australian artisan producers, bringing together exceptional, often hard-to-find cheeses with wines that both complement and challenge the palate. Educational, playful, and a little nerdy, every tasting invites you to explore something new.

Cheese Chariot

Our very own quirky take on the Chariot de Fromages for our South Australian events is an homage to the 'cheese course' in French restaurants - Find us at events for your curated tasting and for take home purchases.

Discovery

A quest of itself. Over two years of research, tastings and spreadsheets to discover some of the best Australian cheeses available.

Experience

Curated tastings hosted at your favourite South Australian venues with our very own

Chariot des Fromages!

Education

Sharing the nuances of artisan cheesemaking, how affinage heightens the experience along with the passion to share this journey.

I'm Jenna & I am a cheese nerd.

Born from a background in both the cheese & wine industries along with a deep curiosity to try something new, Cheese Odyssey brings together exceptional cheeses with thoughtfully selected producers across South Australia’s iconic regions, including the Adelaide Hills, Barossa, and McLaren Vale.

At its heart, we are about the experience of discovery. Each tasting is carefully curated to challenge expectations, uncover unexpected pairings, and share the stories behind Australian cheesemakers. Educational yet playful, and always a little nerdy, every event invites you to explore, learn, and see cheese in a whole new way.

I invite you to join me on the most delicious quest!

Jenna x

#cheeseodyssey

If this cheese had a name - introducing you to some of the finest Aussie artisan cheeses, with a twist!

VIC: Le Rouge Washed Rind by L'Artisan Organic Cheese

What a beautiful cheese! The rind being emphasised with the addition of annatto (the naturally occurring dye from the Annatto tree) to then being washed to really bring out the colour.

The valleys and troughs of the rind and gooey centre are a sight to see. Delightfully stinky upon unwrapping, though it does dissipate when fully unveiled(or am I just used to it?!).

Selecting cheese from a supermarket and not the maker itself does have its drawbacks(underripe, too ripe, too small a piece etc etc) but this selection, to me, was just right. The paste was gooey but not runny, the rind was well formed and uniform with a pleasant taste, not bitter at all. The paste was extremely smooth and coated the inside of your mouth which had a beautiful, delicate flavour.

All bark and no bite as they say? Such a visually appealing cheese. I love the idea of adding annatto to the rind, only to emphasise its beauty!

Based on the vibes, this cheese is definitely a Jess!

@lartisanorganic #cheeselover #cheese #aussiecheese #cheeseodyssey #secretsharkscientist #lartisan #lartisancheese #mortlake #victoria

VIC: Driftwood by Long Paddock - Castlemaine.

A soft-ripened cheese wrapped in spruce bark, made in the traditional technique of Vacherin Mont d’Or, it helps the cheese hold its shape as it ripens, while also adding subtle woody aromas. 🧀

At first glance, it might look intense — with its mottled, colourful rind — but don’t be fooled. It’s actually a very approachable cheese. You’ll often find a small sticker on the packaging reassuring that the mould on the rind is safe to eat. That’s a great touch, especially for those new to artisan cheese.

How I suggest enjoying Driftwood? Cut off the top and dive straight in! The paste is soft, silky, and packed with umami — that deep savoury flavour we all crave. The rind brings a gentle, earthy mushroom note, similar to a brie or camembert, but without any bitterness.

10/10 would purchase again!

@longpaddockcheese
@castlemainemaldonsurrounds
#cheese #cheeseodyssey #cheesenerd #aussiecheese #castlemaine

How much cheese is too much cheese?!

12 new cheeses to test and review... The next challenge is to bring these tastings out of my excel spreadsheet and onto the internet world for all to enjoy!

A huge thanks to the wonderful @longpaddockcheese for allowing me to be their ambassador this weekend at @cheesefest2025! It was crazy busy, how I have a voice still I don't actually know 😅

I absolutely cannot wait to try these beauties from @coalriverfarm, @milawacheese & @taragocheese

Some excitingly cheesy things in the works, I cannot wait to share everything Aussie Cheese with you all 🧀

#cheese #cheesenerd #cheeselover #cheesefest #aussiecheese #cheeseslut

Sometimes I impress myself 😅

You know you take cheese seriously when other diners stop and ask you what you recommend... And it's your first ever visit! @splatterscheesebar

#cheese #cheesenerd #victoriancheese #victoria #cheeseodyssey

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Discovery

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I'm Jenna & I am a cheese nerd.

#cheeseodyssey

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