cheese storage guide
temperature
store cheese at +2 to +8°c
hard cheeses: +4 to +6°c
soft cheeses: +2 to +4°c
packaging
use parchment or wax paper
avoid plastic bags to prevent moisture buildup
humidity control
maintain moderate humidity
for soft cheese: store in an airtight container with a sugar cube or damp cloth
separate storage
keep cheese away from strong-smelling foods
store blue cheese separately to prevent mold spread
shelf life
fresh cheese (ricotta, mozzarella): 3–7 days
soft cheese (brie, camembert): up to 2 weeks
semi-hard cheese (gouda, cheddar): 2–4 weeks
hard cheese (parmesan, gruyère): 1–3 months
serving
take cheese out 30–60 minutes before serving for better flavor
use a clean knife to avoid mixing flavors
if mold appears
hard/semi-hard cheese: cut off 1–2 cm around the mold, rewrap in fresh paper, and store in the fridge
soft/fresh cheese: discard if mold appears (it can penetrate inside)
blue cheese: discard if mold changes color or smells bad
if cheese is still usable but aging: grate it, store in airtight bags, and freeze for up to 3 months