Cheddar Together: A Resident Cheese Celebration

Celebrate National Cheese Day on June 4th!
It’s time to get grate—June 4th is National Cheese Day, and there are so many fun, flavorful ways to celebrate with your residents. Whether you keep it simple or go all out, a cheesy gathering is sure to spark engagement and conversation.

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Easy Ideas to Get Started:

Host a Recipe Swap
Invite residents to share their favorite cheese-inspired recipes—grilled cheese combos, cheesy casseroles, mac and cheese bakes, or even cheese-themed desserts! Create a recipe wall or digital collection for everyone to enjoy.

Snack Social or Potluck
Encourage residents to bring their favorite cheesy dish or even just a few slices of their go-to cheese. Set up a casual “Cheese & Chat” table with crackers and juice to keep things easy but festive.

Want to Level It Up?

Bring in a Local Chef or Host a Cooking Demo
Invite a local chef (or a foodie from the community!) to teach a simple cheese dish—like homemade mac & cheese, baked brie, or even mozzarella-making.

Charcuterie Board Workshop
Hold a hands-on session where residents can learn to build their own mini charcuterie boards. It’s fun, interactive, and makes a great photo opp for your community social media page.

Ready for a Big Bash?

Host a Global Cheese Tasting
Put together a cheese board with samples from around the world—Brie from France, Manchego from Spain, Cheddar from England, Gouda from the Netherlands, and more!
Bonus: Bring in a cheesemonger (or a local gourmet shop rep) to talk about the flavors and origins.

Cheese & Wine Pairing (If Allowed)
For adult communities or properties where it’s permitted, a wine and cheese pairing is a classy way to elevate the experience. Partner with a local wine shop to guide the tasting!

Cheese Party Must-Haves:

Charcuterie Board Kit – Comes with utensils and a helpful cheese guide
Cheese Cutting & Serving Tools – Ideal for larger gatherings
Cheese Markers – Disposable option: click here | Reusable option: click here
Cheese Lover's Guidebook – No cheesemonger? No problem! This book helps anyone become an expert.
Charcuterie Inspiration Deck – Perfect for DIY board-building events.

However you choose to celebrate, National Cheese Day is the perfect opportunity to bring residents together—because nothing builds community like cheese!
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