How to choose
Start with how you will use the cheese. For sandwiches and sauces, a mature cheddar is the all-rounder; read the guide on how to choose cheddar. For boards, baking and salads, the guide to soft cheese covers brie, camembert, goats’ cheese, feta and halloumi, including NHS advice on cheese in pregnancy.
Storing cheese
Wrap opened cheese in wax or baking paper and then loosely in a bag, and keep it in the fridge. Serve at room temperature for the best flavour. Throw away soft cheese with mould; hard cheese can usually be trimmed generously.