Article: Blessed are the cheese makers Right next door, artisans churn out some of the season's tastiest fare

Lobster, salmon and blueberries may be among the most popular Maine-made foods to ship to friends and family over the holidays, but when it comes to unique handmade gifts that bring cheer, cheese stands alone. Maine-made cheese, that is. Made from the milk of cows, sheep and goats that graze in the state's rich grassy pastures, locally made cheese is quickly establishing a reputation as one of the state's most tasty products and one of its fastest-growing food industries.

Whether aged, soft, hard, raw, bleu, soaked in olive oil or covered with peppercorns, herbs, nuts or dried fruits, cheese is also a favorite treat during the holidays. It pairs well with wine or chocolate, with chunks of ...

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