Cheesemaking Workshop and Clog Tour
Art, culture and gastronomy
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Learn the craft of making cheese at a Dutch cheese farm and enjoy a guided tour. Taste some of the best cheeses, biscuits and wine that Holland has to offer.
Highlights
- Hands-on experience: Learn the craft of cheese-making from start to finish, from milk to delicious farmhouse cheese.
- Personalized guidance: Be guided by an expierenced cheesemaker who will lead you step-by-step through the process.
- Expert insights: Discover the history, culture and secrets of the area with a knowledgeable guide during the cheese and clog demonstration.
Description
Ever wondered how that delicious Gouda cheese is made? Learn the craft of making cheese at a Dutch cheese farm! Enjoy a guided tour and taste some of the best cheeses, biscuits and wine that Holland has to offer.Starting out with milk from the local cows, learn about the steps involved in making cheese. Mixing, heating, pressing and eventually eati...
What's Included
- Tasting cheese, typical Dutch biscuits and a sip of local fruit wine in the shop, All materials needed for the cheesemaking workshop, Young fresh cheese
- Ripened cheese, Food and drinks
Important informations
- Instant confirmation Everyday COVID-19 information: Government regulations compliant Where: Wagenweg 2, 1145 PW Katwoude, Netherlands Meeting point: Begin your experience at the Simonehoeve traditional cheese farm and clog factory. The Cheesefarm and Clog Factory can be recognized by the mini-windmill. Traveling from Amsterdam? Take bus 316 from Amsterdam CS (IJzijde) - Check in with your (bank)card or get your tickets at the station or bus driver (no cash accepted). You will find Simonehoeve a couple of meters from the bus stop for 'Hotel Volendam'. Traveling by car? You will find Simonehoeve next to Hotel Volendam. At the roundabout, Amsterdam-Edam-Volendam take the Volendam direction (right) and then immediately turn right again. What to remember: Know in advance:During the workshop, you will make your cheese using raw (cow) milk fresh from the dairy farmAt the end of the workshop, you will receive your own cheese which is very young at this point. It is possible to ripen the cheese at home under certain circumstances, information will be provided during the workshopThe duration of the workshop is about 2.5 hours, including the tour through the clog factory. When: Tours are available daily every hour from 8.30am to 2.30pmPlease see calendar for exact available timesDe Simonehoeve opening hours:September through March from 8.30am to 5.00pmApril through August from 8.30am to 6.00pm
- It is the traveler's sole responsibility to have all the necessary documentation up to date, so research in advance everything that is required at the destination of your activity.
Care of Covid-19
Remember that with a pandemic, the documentation required may vary from place to place. Confirm what local authorities may require: proof of full vaccination, negative PCR test, and more. Find out what are the requirements of your destination and the location of the activity.
Oh, and don't forget to wear a mask, clean your hands often, and try to maintain social distance.