Everybody loves a bit of cheese during the festive season as we sit back and indulge in the finer things in life.
Although many people now tend to just pick up their cheese at a supermarket, we wanted to showcase Glasgow’s own independent shops which have a fresh selection of locally sourced produce.
From Italian delis to well know West End cheesemongers, here are five of the best places to pick up some cheese for the festive season.
1. George Mewes Cheese
George Mewes Cheese is an award-winning farmhouse & artisan cheesemonger which you can find in Glasgow's West End. 106 Byres Rd, Glasgow G12 8TB. | George Mewes Cheese
2. I.J. Mellis Cheesemongers
The freshest Scottish cheese is available at I.J. Mellis Cheesemongers. You'll find hard cheese, blue cheese and soft cheese. Make sure to pop in if you are out and about in the West End. 492 Great Western Rd, Glasgow G12 8EW. | I.J. Mellis Cheesemongers
3. Starter Culture
Starter Culture is an artisan cheese, deli and drinks shops which can be found in the heart of the Southside in Shawlands. We thoroughly recommend heading along to one of their tasting events. 1052 Pollokshaws Rd, Shawlands, Glasgow G41 3EB. | Starter Culture
4. Celino’s
Celino’s Partick have previously been awarded the prize of Scotland’s Best Deli. If you are in for a meal, make sure to take some cheese up the road with you. 235 Dumbarton Rd, Partick, Glasgow G11 6AB. | Celino’s Partick