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The Curious Cheese Eater - Hero Hirsh (2026)
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The Curious Cheese Eater - Hero Hirsh (2026)

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Why do some cheeses smell so strong? Can you eat the rind? How is cheese actually made, and how can you tell a truly great cheese from an ordinary one?

The Curious Cheese Eater is a wonderfully entertaining, beautifully illustrated journey into the world of cheese. Its author, Hero Hirsh, is a British cheesemonger, educator, writer and World Cheese Awards judge with nearly 20 years of experience in the industry. She shares her extraordinary knowledge with warmth, wit and a refreshingly down-to-earth approach.

From 7,000 years of cheesemaking history to the fascinating science behind the cheeses we love, Hero makes even the most complicated subjects accessible and enjoyable. Along the way, she introduces more than 30 cheeses, explores the art of tasting, explains how to choose, store and serve cheese, and shares her advice on creating the perfect cheeseboard. There are surprising flavour combinations to discover, too, including the wonderful possibilities of pairing cheese with chocolate.

Beautifully illustrated in full colour by Tom Jay, the book is packed with genuine expertise but never feels like a textbook. Hero's distinctive voice, dry humour and obvious affection for her subject make it a pleasure to read.

A brilliant gift for curious cheese lovers, enthusiastic beginners and seasoned cheese nerds alike. Even those who think they know a thing or two about cheese are bound to discover something new.

Book details

  • Author: Hero Hirsh
  • Illustrations: Tom Jay, full colour
  • Publisher: Welbeck / Headline Publishing Group
  • Publication date: 20 August 2026
  • Pages: 160
  • Format: Hardback
  • Language: English

HERO HIRSH

MEET THE AUTHOR

Hero Hirsh is a London-based cheesemonger, educator and author who has spent nearly 20 years immersed in the world of cheese. Her career has taken her from working behind the cheese counter and teaching cheese professionals to helping run London's famous cheese conveyor belt restaurants. In 2012, she won the prestigious Cheesemonger of the Year title and has been a regular judge at the World Cheese Awards for over a decade. She was also the first person to receive the distinguished Fellow title from the Academy of Cheese.

To us at Rolling Cheese, Hero is also an old acquaintance from London. We first met her at a friend's New Year's house party, where we got talking about cheese – and proceeded to spend the entire rest of the evening discussing exactly that. It says a great deal about Hero: alongside her extraordinary knowledge comes genuine curiosity, a wonderful sense of humour and an infectious enthusiasm for sharing the world of cheese with others.

Her debut book, The Curious Cheese Eater (2026), is very much a reflection of her personality: knowledgeable, witty and wonderfully approachable. It's a fascinating introduction to the history, making and enjoyment of cheese, reminding us that you don't need to know everything about cheese to love it – but the more you discover, the more interesting it becomes.