Monday, June 28, 2010

Visit the Turrialba Cheese Market and Casa Turire

When thinking about cheese, there are probably  a few specific countries that come to mind… but did you know that Costa Rica actually makes some delicious cheeses? Especially the Turrialba cheese is one of the most popular ones in Costa Rica. So it comes as no surprise, that Turrialba will host the “Feria del Queso” (cheese market) for the ninth consecutive year.

The aim of the market is to introduce not only its milk products, but also the excellent tourist services of the regions. This means that there are many stands with cheese and related products, as well as local foods and crafts. The last Sunday of the market will be the traditional event of the introduction and tasting of the biggest Turrialba cheese of Costa Rica, symbol of the market in order to acknowledge and honor the pioneers of the cheese producers of the region.

So if you were thinking about visiting Turrialba, the weekends of the 3rd and 4th of July as well as the 10th and 11th of July, are excellent times to be there.

And if you were wondering about where to stay during the cheese market, look no further. Hotel Casa Turire is a highlight in Turrialba, with the gracious charm of a colonial plantation home, surround by the La Angostura lake and enveloped by the Turrialba mountains to complete the picture, this hotel is an idyllic dream. The many activities which can be undertaken here include kayaking, whitewater rafting, cycling, canopying and many more.
Visit: Casa Turire.

For more information on the cheese market, how to get there, activities as well as some delicious recipes with Turrialba cheese, visit:  

http://www.feriadelqueso.co.cr/

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