The Art of Cheese factory is situated in the picturesque town of Puhoi. The early settlers of Puhoi (Slow Water) came in 1863 from Bohemia, an area of what is now Czech Republic approx 60 kilometres from Prague. At the time the migrants left Bohemia it was part of Austria – Hungary but in the German confederation.
The factory produces 7 different blue cheeses, Camenbert, Brie, Mascarpone and Creme Fraiche. Blue cheese is the speciality and the following varieties are produced: Bohemien Blue, Gorgonzola, Blue Brie and the latest creation is "Kaipara Blue, which is a mild, very creamy blue vein.
As part of the North Island and National tours you will enjoy a home-style morning tea including coffee/tea and muffins, before enjoying a short tour of the property including cheese tasting.