Hot Dish Review

Rumor has it that Kroger is opening up a Murray’s Cheese shop inside their Ansley location. Open since 1940 in New York City, Murray’s specializes in artisanal cheeses and specialty foods, catering to folks that know Humboldt Fog should never be wrapped in plastic!

That’s great news. But for now, I continue to rely on Whole Foods for a great selection of cheeses and accompaniments. Except for last Friday when I was running my ass off trying to get everything to make a great dinner for LC’s birthday.

I had the brilliant idea that I could get everything at Kroger so I picked up a piece of Taleggio, a tiny piece of aged Reypener and a remnant sliver of aged gouda. My leftover Humboldt Fog would be our fourth cheese, all served with olives, candied walnuts, honey, and dried figs. I found the texture of the Taleggio to be too firm, preferring the riper, creamier brand I usually buy at Whole Foods.

Kroger has a surprisingly decent variety of breads these days. Their Private Selection artisan Pugliese Petite Boule is crisp on the outside, tender on the inside and just the right size for two people, slathered with sweet butter.

Marquis Philips Sarah’s Blend was smooth and paired well with the cheeses. A birthday toast and it was time for dessert!