Cheese is one of the most versatile foods available and can be added to almost any dish to enhance its flavour. There are also many different kinds of cheese and ways to buy it, with one of these being in a cheese wheel. Read on to find out more about what a cheese wheel actually is.
 

What is a cheese wheel?

A cheese wheel is a block of cheese that has been cured and is usually still protected by a rind. These ordinarily come in round truckles, but the cheese can also be stored in cuboids or triangle wedges.

Why is cheese made in wheels?

If you visit a traditional cheese store, you'll like see lots of wheels in the windows that are of surprisingly large proportions. Historically, the wheel shape made cheese truckles easier to transport, as they could literally be rolled around. However, transportation isn't really a problem anymore, so why is cheese still made in wheels?

The real reason why cheese is frequently made in wheels is that this is the better shape for the hard rind around the outside of the cheese to form. This is the part of the cheese that protects it from external factors like insects and bacteria.


 

What size do cheese wheels come in?

While some stores will sell wheels of cheese, it is much more common now for cheese to be bought pre-packaged from the supermarket in blocks. This is because large wheels are tricky for the average person to consume. However, it is possible to buy smaller wheels, which can make unique gifts for cheese lovers. These are great additions to luxury cheese hampers or can be gifted on their own.

At The Chuckling Cheese Co, you will find a huge range of cheese wheels that are big enough to last for weeks but small enough not to go to waste. We also offer pre-made cheese hampers which can be made into a classy and elegant present or a comedic gift depending on your choice of bundle and wrapping.

If you have a real cheese lover in your life, you could even opt for a cheese subscription to make their special occasion one to remember. For more information about any of our products, speak to a member of our team at The Chuckling Cheese Co today.