Cheese story
What is Fromage Frais?
A fresh, lightly tangy dairy cheese used in sweet and savoury dishes.
Origin
France / UK, France
Milk
cow
Board role
Fresh / bright
Cheese profile
Country
France
Region
France / UK
Milk type
cow
Texture
fresh soft cheese
Rind
none
Ageing
fresh
Vegetarian
Check the rennet / producer
Milk treatment
yes
Flavour profile: mild, tangy, light
Origin, protection and character
Fromage Frais comes from France, especially France / UK. Its character comes from the balance of milk, texture, rind, ageing and local serving traditions.
Protected status
None
Typical ageing
fresh
How to serve Fromage Frais
desserts, breakfasts, sauces
Good food matches
fruit
honey
herbs
Serving tip
Take it out of the fridge before serving so the texture softens and the flavour opens up. Softer cheeses usually need less time than hard aged cheeses.
Buying tip
Look for clean aroma, good texture and a style that matches the board: fresh and bright, soft and creamy, hard and nutty, blue and salty, or bold and washed-rind.
