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Best blue cheese, according to chefs

Three picks, each tied to a named taster and a public source — from David Landsel, Claire Ptak, Anna Tobias, Jo Pratt and 3 more. Recommendations come from foodandwine.com, vogue.co.uk, ckbk.com and nealsyarddairy.co.uk and 3 other sources.

Dairy & Cold · The ranking

  1. 1
    Top pick

    Rogue Creamery Rogue River Blue

    Chosen by
    The 2019 World Champion cheese: “fudgy, funky organic icon… wrapped in Syrah grape leaves soaked in pear spirits… It’s unforgettable.”
    Where to buy · Amazon ↗Instacart ↗Source: foodandwine.com ↗
  2. 2

    Colston Bassett Stilton

    Chosen by
    Also chosen by
    Ptak builds her favorite menu item, a kimchi toastie, on Colston Bassett. Jo Pratt: “I absolutely adore Stilton cheese, especially from Colston Bassett.” Anna Tobias (Café Deco) plans it for gnocchi in Stilton cream sauce.
    Where to buy · Amazon ↗Instacart ↗Source: vogue.co.uk ↗
  3. 3

    Jasper Hill Bayley Hazen Blue

    Chosen by
    Also chosen by
    “Often my go-to for the blue. It tastes like bacon and cream.” ICE’s Michele Molier starts newcomers on it; Nick Savasta calls it his shop’s great starter blue.
    Where to buy · Amazon ↗Instacart ↗Source: janetfletcher.com ↗

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Questions, answered

What is the best blue cheese, according to chefs?
MyTastr’s top pick is Rogue Creamery Rogue River Blue, chosen by David Landsel (Food & Wine). The 2019 World Champion cheese: “fudgy, funky organic icon… wrapped in Syrah grape leaves soaked in pear spirits… It’s unforgettable.” Source: foodandwine.com ↗
What are the other top picks for blue cheese?
No. 2 is Colston Bassett Stilton, chosen by Claire Ptak (Violet bakery). No. 3 is Jasper Hill Bayley Hazen Blue, chosen by Courtney Johnson (World Cheesemonger finalist). Each card above links to the original source.
How does MyTastr choose these picks?
Every pick is tied to a named chef, cookbook author or food expert and links to the public interview, panel or article it came from. We survey dozens, often hundreds, of top chefs, food writers and critics, and order reflects how often and how strongly a brand is recommended. Only organic recommendations count — paid endorsements don’t — and brands can’t buy a spot. Read how we pick.

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