Taste
San Diego, CA 92103
Phone: (619) 683-2306
Editorial Review for Taste – by Amy Eddo
In Short
As its name suggests, patrons are invited to taste any cheese prior to purchase in a friendly, inviting atmosphere. Taste prides itself on offering over 100 varieties of artisan and farmstead cheeses from around the world. A knowledgeable staff offers recipe tips and wine pairing advice, as well as suggestions from a growing stock of gourmet items. Cheeses are only available at peak freshness and flavor; nothing is pre-sliced, all cheeses are cut directly from the wheel.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasTaste offers a variety of monthly after hours workshops on site and at various other venues. In addition to Taste's very own space, the shop is adjoined with Wine Steals. The two stores work together on a weekly menu of wine and cheese pairings.
What to DrinkGuests can even enjoy a glass of wine from Wine Steals as they shop around Taste and sample cheeses.
Know Before You GoTaste offers a variety of gift baskets and party platters, however 24 hours notice is required.
User Reviews for Taste
07/12/2007 Posted by zapatamama
Fantastic experience every time I go there - they record what you buy each time so you do not need to remember and the staff is always super enthusiastic and eager to expose their customers to the cheeses that best suit the event, palate, and mood. Highly recommended stop in Hillcrest
Pros: Educated, ethusiastic and warm staff makes it fun
Cons: Calories!
05/07/2007 Posted by rotie77
Taste isn't just a cheese and gourmet store, it's an experience. They don't wait on you from behind a counter. The extremely knowledgeable and passionate owners bring the wheel of cheese to butcher block tables where they cut a taste right from the wheel. A level of service I've found nowhere else. Not only are there scores of great and unique cheeses, but they make it their goal to seek out the best olive oils, balsamicos, honeys, spices, etc. A great stop for foodies.
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