Our Cheese Shop is the type of place we love and know you will too. Bring in a close group of friends, let us be a small part of your date night, or come in solo to grab a pint of craft beer or a glass of your favorite wine. No matter who you are or why you're coming, we promise to provide an experience that is not only unique, but also memorable for all the right reasons.
A Note From The Owners:
We absolutely love living in South Georgia, but the founding of our Cheese Shop is a direct result of several trips to New York City. We loved dipping into these tiny shops to sample hand crafted cheeses, nibble on small production charcuterie, and drink delicious wine. It remains our guilty pleasure and an experience we want to share with everyone. So, come visit our Cheese Shop and let us share our guilty pleasure with you!Sincerely,
Jeremy and Jessica Little -- Owners
What to Expect When You Get to the Cheese Shop
On a daily basis, our goal is source the highest quality products and take care to showcase the finest Southern producers whenever and wherever we can. We believe that every product has a story and by offering a limited selection, we are better able to share those unique elements with you. We present a never static menu with a variety of options to suit all of your needs. A small sampling of our menu includes cheese and charcuterie boards, hand crafted sandwiches, salads, small plates, and desserts. Plus, everything on the menu can be made to-go.This deliberate approach gives us the ability to provide the finest customer service in a comfortable environment where quality and affordability are always emphasized. When you walk into our Cheese Shop you'll find a group of employees dedicated to make your visit as pleasant as possible. If you need anything at all, never hesitate to ask, and we'll do everything possible to assist you. We strive to make sure that when you walk through our front door we deliver everything you expect and more.
Our Mission
At our Cheese Shop, we work to provide our customers with high quality, handcrafted products from around the globe. We are committed to featuring local producers that create delicious food. Finally, we are dedicated to bringing you unparalleled customer service and a unique experience throughout your time with us.Sweet Grass Dairy Cheese Shop Wins Specialty Food Association Outstanding Retailer of 2013
Sweet Grass Dairy Wins Prestigious ‘Retailer Of The Year’ Award
THOMASVILLE, GA (05/06/13) – Sweet Grass Dairy (SGD), one of the nation’s premier family-owned handcrafted cheesemakers has been named one of five recipients of The Specialty Food Association’s esteemed Outstanding Retailer Of The Year. Winners are nominated by and selected by members of The Specialty Food Association. SGD is being recognized for its Cheese Shop in historic Downtown Thomasville, GA.
“We are truly blown away,” said Owners Jeremy and Jessica Little. “This award comes directly from our peers, so that means a lot to us. When we put the Cheese Shop downtown, we knew that the community would respond and they have in a massive way. Now, others are noticing and that’s so humbling.”
Since its founding in 2000, SGD has always operated a retail store in some form, either on the farm or just a few miles away. In the fall of 2010, the Littles’ jumped at a chance to rent a historic building ‘on the bricks’ downtown.
“Having a retail spot downtown was always something we talked about,” said the Littles. “This space came available and within 72 hours we were signing a lease. It’s been the absolute perfect fit. The people of Thomasville and folks from the surrounding communities have been nothing short of amazing.”
Throughout the last three years the Cheese Shop has gradually evolved to bring in elements of personable retail sales, custom cheese shop services, and the feel of a passionately driven wine bar with creative small plates.
“Customers drove the Cheese Shop in the direction you see us going today,” said the Littles. “We listened to what they were telling us every day and we responded to it. Our number one responsibility is to make sure that when someone comes into our Shop that they leave smiling and that their experience was terrific.”
That dedication to ensuring customer satisfaction begins with its well-trained staff and commitment to sourcing high-quality goods.
“We truly have a great staff,” said the Littles. “This award is a testament to their commitment to making our Cheese Shop better every single day. Our Managers and our staff love learning about each product we offer. But, what they love the most is getting to share these items with our customers. Turning a customer into a fan of a locally made salami or getting them hooked on a sheep’s milk cheese from Spain - that’s what brings us back each day.”
“We are truly blown away,” said Owners Jeremy and Jessica Little. “This award comes directly from our peers, so that means a lot to us. When we put the Cheese Shop downtown, we knew that the community would respond and they have in a massive way. Now, others are noticing and that’s so humbling.”
Since its founding in 2000, SGD has always operated a retail store in some form, either on the farm or just a few miles away. In the fall of 2010, the Littles’ jumped at a chance to rent a historic building ‘on the bricks’ downtown.
“Having a retail spot downtown was always something we talked about,” said the Littles. “This space came available and within 72 hours we were signing a lease. It’s been the absolute perfect fit. The people of Thomasville and folks from the surrounding communities have been nothing short of amazing.”
Throughout the last three years the Cheese Shop has gradually evolved to bring in elements of personable retail sales, custom cheese shop services, and the feel of a passionately driven wine bar with creative small plates.
“Customers drove the Cheese Shop in the direction you see us going today,” said the Littles. “We listened to what they were telling us every day and we responded to it. Our number one responsibility is to make sure that when someone comes into our Shop that they leave smiling and that their experience was terrific.”
That dedication to ensuring customer satisfaction begins with its well-trained staff and commitment to sourcing high-quality goods.
“We truly have a great staff,” said the Littles. “This award is a testament to their commitment to making our Cheese Shop better every single day. Our Managers and our staff love learning about each product we offer. But, what they love the most is getting to share these items with our customers. Turning a customer into a fan of a locally made salami or getting them hooked on a sheep’s milk cheese from Spain - that’s what brings us back each day.”
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About Sweet Grass Dairy
Based in Thomasville, Georgia Sweet Grass Dairy is a family-owned and operated farm that handcrafts fresh, soft-ripened and naturally aged cow cheeses that are unique and delicious. Sweet Grass Dairy is dedicated to creating old-world style cheeses that highlight the rich, high quality milk we use.
Our milk comes from family-owned rotationally grazed cows that never receive growth hormones or unnecessary antibiotics. For more information please visit www.sweetgrassdairy.com or our Facebook page.
For media inquiries, please contact Mat at 229-227-0752 or via email at mat@sweetgrassdairy.com
About The Specialty Food Association
The Specialty Food Association, is a leading source of information about the $75 billion specialty food industry, whether for benchmark statistics, product trends or stories about food artisans and entrepreneurs. The Association’s annual reports include the State of the Specialty Food Industry and Today’s Specialty Food Consumer. Established in 1952, the Specialty Food Association is known worldwide for its Fancy Food Shows, the sofi™ Awards for outstanding products of the year, and its ongoing commitment to working with anti-hunger organizations. Today, the Association has more than 3,000+ members, including manufacturers, importers and allied professions in the U.S. and abroad.
About The Specialty Food ‘Outstanding Retailer Awards’
The Outstanding Retailer Award competition honors leading specialty food retailers who are nominated and selected by a panel of Specialty Food Association members, consisting of manufacturers, distributors, importers and retailers who review and select the Finalists and Winners. Winners are presented with gold statues at the Summer Fancy Food Show, receive extensive publicity in their local media and are featured in the May/June issue of Specialty Food Magazine. Past winners of the Outstanding Retailer Award include Zingermans, The Fresh Market, Pastoral Artisan Cheese, Bread & Wine, Central Market, Fromagination, Bi-Rite Market, and Zabar’s.
Upcoming Events at the Cheese Shop
On a regular basis, we host events aimed at providing unique experiences that introduce people to new producers and products.Click here to see what is happening next!
Hours and Location
Monday - 10:00am to 5:00pmTuesday and Wednesday - 10:00am to 8:00pm
Thursday, Friday and Saturday - 10:00am to 9:00pm
The Cheese Shop is closed on Sunday
Located on the Historical bricks of downtown Thomasville at 106 North Broad Street, Thomasville, GA 31792
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Contact Us
Email: cheeseshop@sweetgrassdairy.comPhone: 229.228.6704
Fax: 229.228.6705
