Get your Kiwi cheese fix at Farro, Grey Lynn
Every Aucklander knows they’re in for a special shopping experience if they stop by a Farro Fresh. Beautifully presented fresh local produce and gourmet groceries abound in these speciality stores, and the Grey Lynn chapter might just have the cheese selection to top them all!
The attractive cheese cabinet at Farro Grey Lynn houses the handcrafted gems of 21 Kiwi cheesemakers and counting! The store prides itself on promoting and stocking the best homegrown fare of New Zealand, and their cheese is no different. The extensive selection is cared for by knowledgeable staff who are constantly training to become more informed cheese connoisseurs themselves. They are happy to guide anyone looking to discover their new favourite cheese or nail the perfect wine pairing!
One thing Farro Grey Lynn do extremely well is create an exciting, memorable shopping experience for their customers. The store regularly puts on Kiwi cheese tastings alongside premium local condiments, honey and fruits. The also often host the NZ cheesemakers themselves, helping customers and staff connect deeper with the artisans and gain insight into cheesemaking processes and their passion for the craft.
“Farro loves supporting local, artisan producers of cheese, providing our customers with the opportunity to discover some spectacular cheeses made from New Zealand cow, sheep, goat and buffalo milk,” says Janene Draper, co-founder of Farro. “We take great pride in being able to showcase a diverse selection of innovative and award-winning NZ cheeses on our shelves.”
Farro also shine a spotlight on Kiwi cheesemakers through their Farro Food Heroes series, including award-winning artisans such as Grinning Gecko, ViaVio and Il Casaro.
Farro Fresh Grey Lynn has made a fantastic effort to provide Aucklanders with easy access to a carefully and knowledgeably chosen selection of the best Kiwi cheese on offer. Stop by soon to support NZ made and make your next cheeseboard extra special!
34 Westmoreland Street West, Grey Lynn 1021
Mon – Sat 8.30am – 7.00pm
Sunday 8.30am – 6.30pm