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The Cellar San Clemente

156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, CA
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CHEESE SHOP
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CHEESE SHOP

BOARDS/PLATTERS

  • Small Cheese Board

    Serves 2-5 people. Three cheese with accoutrements.
    $60.00
  • Medium Cheese Board

    Serves 5 - 10 people. 4 Cheese with accoutrements.
    $95.00
  • Large Cheese Board

    for 10-15 people, 5 cheeses, 2 you choose! with accoutrements.
    $145.00
  • Extra Large Cheese Board

    Serves 15-25 people. Great for a big party or gathering! 6 Cheeses, 1/2 lb each with 6 accoutrements.
    $180.00
  • Big Little Board

    A nice selection of Goodies from our cheese shop, piled high perfectly for a spontaneous gathering - feeds up to 10 pp. Petite Crottin of the day 1/5 lb each of two hard cheeses Specialty Jam .25lb salami olives marcona almonds baguette Sorry, no substitutions.
    $80.00
  • Daff Box

    Our most popular cheese pairing in an easy to transport box will bring smiles to any gathering. Includes a wedge of Fromager D'affinois | French cows milk cheese that tastes like whip cream & butter, paired with salted marcona almonds, our signature wildflower honey & sliced baguette. ready to transport and ready to be devoured. The large box includes a whole jar of honey. Choose a size: Small - 1/4 lb cheese Medium - 1/2 lb cheese Large - 1 pound cheese
    $18.00+

CHARCUTERIE

  • Bresaola

    This unique Bresaola uses Porcini and Black Pepper. A dry-cured beef round that's elegant and lean, but when seasoned with porcini mushrooms and black pepper, its flavor gets funky and deep. Slice thinly and serve with arugula, Parmigiano and a nice olive oil.
    $54.00/lb
  • Chorizo

    This dry-cured sausage is made with Ibérico meat and in the traditional Spanish way with pimentón and garlic. This gives the chorizo an exquisite aroma, low acidity and intense flavor.
    $25.00/lb
  • Sopressata

    Subtly seasoned, it's authentic with the taste and texture of coarsely ground cuts of fresh pork. Rich, classic flavor is brought out by natural, deliberately slow aging.
    $22.00/lb
  • Finocciona

    Finocciona is made from whole cuts of pork, fresh garlic, sherry wine and wild fennel seeds that add a mellow aroma and taste.
    $35.00/lb
  • Calabrese

    Locally made with Italian heritage we will hand slice your order of Calabrese. A spicy Italian salami that gets its kick from cayenne pepper and paprika, making it zesty but not overpowering. Calabria is a region in Italy known for its spicy foods.
    $30.00/lb
  • Speck

    Italian Speck is a smoked and dry-cured ham produced in the region of south Tyrol. Traditionally enjoyed with bread and wine, this could also liven up your next charcuterie board.
    $25.78/lb
  • C&G Iberico Shoulder

    Free range Iberico pigs who graze on natural flora and acorns give this jamon from Spain a truly rich, buttery, nutty flavor unlike any jamon or prosciutto you've ever had... truly a culinary experience! Very hard to find this quality of meat- we will only have it for a short time so please come in and enjoy some on a board or purchase in our cheese shop.
    $75.00/lb

COW'S MILK

  • Alp Blossom

    $46.00/lb
  • Fiscalini Cheddar

    $21.00/lb
  • Fromager D'Affinois

    The Cellar's fan favorite cheese, we call Daff. "The one with the honey & nuts." This french innovation is silky and tastes like cream and butter. Our favorite pairing is our signature wildflower honey and Marcona almonds with a glass of something bubbly.
    $35.00/lb
  • Gruyere

    Rich, creamy, salty, and nutty flavor.
    $32.00/lb
  • Langres

    French darling. They wash each little cow's milk round with brine and then rub it with raccou, a natural colorant derived from a tropical shrub. The elegantly wrinkled rind adds textural interest and develops a dense cream that is cakey at the core with a luscious creamline and distinctive porcine savoriness. Langres's signature, though, is its concave cap, designed to cradle a splash of terroir-appropriate Champagne. Cut a small slit into the middle to allow the bubbles to transform its demure fudginess into a brioche-laden creambomb. Cheers to a cheese that just might make a Francophile out of you.
    $16.00
  • Noord Hollander

    This four year aged gouda has deep flavor with dark caramel overtones and tiny, crunchy crystals. It makes an excellent table cheese and is fantastic as a dessert cheese with wine, beer, or port. We love it with our house lavender caramel.
    $30.00/lb
  • Prima Donna

    Prima Donna® has a nutty and creamy mild flavor and a bit of a tangy bite. With a solid body and small, regular holes, the cheese can be easily cut, grated and sliced. It can be eaten with fruit and beverages, or on crackers or breads. Aged 6 mo!
    $30.75/lb

SHEEP'S MILK

  • Manchego

    Spain's most famous cheese is D.O. protected, meaning the traditional recipe must use 100% Manchego sheep milk. This crowd pleaser develops a rich nuttiness and pleasant gaminess after over a year of aging. Grab a handful of Marcona Almonds and some fruity Membrillo paste and get snacking!
    $28.95/lb

GOAT'S MILK

  • Drunken Goat

    This cheese encouraged me to open a cheese shop. This semi-firm pasteurized goat treasure from Spain's Mediterranean coast is cured for 48-72 hours in Doble Pasta red wine. The paste remains nearly pure white as the rind absorbs a lovely violet hue. The paste is sweet and smooth, delicately grape-y, with a gentle, pliable texture and mild fruit flavor. A D.O.P cheese, it pairs well with medium fruity reds. And you have to love the name.
    $30.00/lb
  • Humboldt Fog

    Named for the rolling fog in Humboldt county, this masterpiece paved the way for soft-ripened goat cheese in America. Each handcrafted wheel features a distinctive ribbon of edible vegetable ash. You'll enjoy buttermilk & fresh cream, complemented with floral notes & herbaceous overtones, & a clean citrus finish. As Humboldt Fog matures, the creaminess develops & flavor intensifies.
    $42.00/lb

MIXED MILKS

  • Merideth Feta

    Goat and Sheep – the most DELICIOUS feta ever.
    $16.50

EAT

Dish

  • Cellar Burger

    House Blend of Beef, LTP, Charred Onion, Smokey Aioli, White Cheddar, Fries or Greens
    $22.00
  • Chicken

    24 HR Marinated Half Chicken, Potato Au Gratin, Charred Broccoli, Garlic Butter
    $36.00
  • Fried Chicken Sandwich

    Old Bay Aioli, Romaine, House Pickle, Fries or Greens
    $22.00
  • Grilled Cheese

    Rustic Sourdough, Cheese Shop Blend
    $15.00
  • Mac & Cheese

    Cheese Shop Blend, Herbed Bread Crumbs
    $22.00
  • New York

    Pan Seared 10 oz Prime New York, Oyster Mushroom, Whipped Potato, Roasted Summer Squash
    $57.00
  • Salmon

    Pan Seared, Green Harissa, Risotto, Roasted Pearl Onion & Summer Squash, Chive Oil
    $35.00
  • Summer Ravioli

    5 Scratch Ravioli, Pesto, Whipped Ricotta & Goat Cheese, Shaved Parmigiano, Crispy Shallot
    $33.00

Greens

  • Caesar

    Honey Gem, Scratch Caesar, Red Onion, Parmigiano Reggiano, Olive Oil Croutons
    $18.00
  • Farmers Salad

    Organic Greens Mix, Whipped Goat Cheese, Confit Tomato, Farro, Cucumber, Carrot, Radish, Strawberry Vinaigrette
    $22.00
  • Bowl of Soup

    Heirloom Tomato Bisque, Brioche Crouton, Parmigiano Reggiano, Micro Chives
    $12.00

Chorizo

$25.00

This dry-cured sausage is made with Ibérico meat and in the traditional Spanish way with pimentón and garlic. This gives the chorizo an exquisite aroma, low acidity and intense flavor.

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The Cellar Location and Hours

(949) 492-3663
156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, CA 92672-4016
Open now • Closes at 8:30PM
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