Specialty Imports
Our reputation for quality and experience in the industry has earned the privilege of calling many of the finest cheese manufacturers our committed partners, many of them for over 70 years.
Since we began, our cheese-buying experts have scoured the globe to bring the best cheeses to the American market. Our imported cheeses are crafted by the world’s finest artisan cheesemakers who follow the traditional methods of their regions to create cheeses with distinctive tastes and textures that reflect their origin.
View our complete imported product offerings.
Zanetti
Grana Padano
Produced in Northern Italy around the Po Valley, this cheese adheres to strict tradition and is regulated by the Consortium Grana Padano. Aging 18 months results in a complex, nutty flavor with a crunchy consistency, which is perfect for topping pasta, soups and salads, or eating alone as a snack.
Parmigiano Reggiano
Naturally aged to perfection for a minimum of 24 months, the Parmigiano Reggiano is brushed and turned continuously and regularly inspected to ensure compliance with the rigorous standards imposed by the Consortium of Parmigiano Reggiano. A delicate and savory taste with a rich, full flavor and a distinctive aroma are the signature features of this cheese.
Dodoni
Halloumi
DODONI Halloumi is made on the island of Cyprus using sheep's and goat's milk. It’s firm, notably tangy and not too strong. Enjoy it sliced as a simple snack, cubed in salads or melted in or on casseroles. The ideal way to eat this unique cheese is to fry it or grill it. Grilled halloumi is great as an appetizer, paired with melon or served on salads.
Feta
As a PDO cheese, DODONI Feta is as authentic as you can get. Our special breeds of sheep and goats graze on biodiverse grasslands, producing the fresh milk that gives our feta its unique aroma and flavor. It’s tangy, slightly salty and sharp with a firm texture, making DODONI Feta perfect to eat by itself, as a topping for salads and recipes or as an ingredient in sandwiches, omelets, appetizers and more.
Goat Cheese
A traditional white cheese, with a slightly spicy taste, made from pasteurized goat’s milk. Use it to liven up cream-cheese based dishes and desserts, spread across meats and vegetables or smear on toast.
Myzithra
DODONI Myzithra is a hard cheese made from sheep's and goat's milk. It’s similar to ricotta cheese, only a little drier. It is great for grating and suited for sprinkling over hot pasta.
Old Amsterdam
Aged Gouda - Mild (4 Mo.), Classic (8 Mo.), & Reserve (18 Mo.)
Old Amsterdam is a mature cheese with a robust savory flavor and a hint of sweetness. It is a natural cheese ripened on wooden shelves, rich in crunchy ripening crystals yet still having a creamy and smooth texture. This cheese, which comes from the world’s most liberal city, is pure happiness and enjoyment. The distinctive and individual recipe wins award after award across the globe—and rightly so—because there’s cheese and then there’s Old Amsterdam.
Aged Goat - 8 Mo.
Old Amsterdam goat’s cheese is mature with a mild flavor and a hint of sweetness. It has a light creamy texture with fine ripening crystals. It is goat’s cheese the Old Amsterdam way. Old Amsterdam Goat won a SUPER Gold medal during the World Cheese Awards 2023 and was a Top 16 finalist.
Old Croc
Classic Cheddars
Crafted from pure Australian cow’s milk, our classic white cheddar cheeses are aged to perfection for bold, unique flavors. Available in Sharp (12 Mo.), Extra Sharp (18 Mo.), Smoked, and Grand Reserve (24 Mo.). Made with grass-fed milk, non-GMO ingredients, and no added hormones. All-natural and imported from Australia.
Spreadable Cheese
Old Croc® Spreadable Cheddars elevate snacking with our aged Australian Cheddar and bold flavors. Experience a truly irresistible treat in three varieties: Sharp cheddar, Bacon & jalapeño cheddar, and Port wine cheddar. Crafted from the milk of grass-fed cows, all-natural, hormone-free, and made with non-GMO ingredients.
Snacking
The Croc Bites® and Old Croc® Variety Pack deliver bold, all-natural flavors for the perfect snack. Enjoy individually wrapped Sharp Cheddar Croc Bites, made from grass-fed milk and aged 9 months, with only 90 calories each. The Old Croc Variety Pack includes pre-sliced Medium Cheddar, Bacon & Jalapeño, and Roasted Garlic & Herb cheeses, all hormone-free and non-GMO. Imported from Australia, these irresistible snacks are perfect for any occasion.
Organic Aged Cheddar Cheese
British Organic Dairy Co.
With generations of passion, we bring you the finest in organic, artisanal cheese-making. For over 30 years, our farmers have perfected their craft, creating exceptional flavors that embody British heritage. Proudly 100% farmer-owned, every bite supports local communities and sustainable practices. Explore our range, from Sharp and Extra Sharp to the exclusive Cheesemaker’s Reserve Cheddar.
We’re excited to introduce a premium range of cheeses steeped in British heritage. Made with organic, grass-fed milk from free-roaming cows, our cheeses offer a bold, distinctive taste with every bite. Mellow, creamy, and perfectly balanced, they deliver a smooth texture and lasting flavor — Exclusively available at Costco.
Kingdom Organic
El Pastor
Manchego
Starting with sheep’s milk from the La Mancha region of Spain, Torero Matador Manchego is carefully crafted to produce an unparalleled aromatic and complex nutty caramel character. Manchego is the most popular cheese in Spain; it is a distinct honor that Torero Matador’s version of this leading variety is recognized as one of the best.
Iberico
A perfectly balanced blend of cow, sheep and goat’s milk that is aged for six months gives El Pastor Iberico its slightly tangy, buttery flavor and light herbaceous notes. Highly regarded worldwide, this cheese was awarded “Super Gold” winner at the 2016 World Cheese Awards and is recognized as one of the top cheeses in the world.
Castellano
Made from 100% sheep's milk in the heart of Castilla y León, Spain's vast flatland steeped in history, castles, and tradition. This PGI-certified cheese reflects the resilience of its people and the land's extreme climate. Like Manchego, it’s crafted using time-honored methods unchanged for centuries, embodying the essence of "Castellano" – the name of both the cheese and the Spanish language itself. Available in 3 & 6 Months.
Busti
The careful selection of milk and methods established by the founding Busti family members never change. As a true Italian Protected Designation of Origin (DOP) cheese, traditional methods include using salt exclusively from Volterra; hand-forming cheese; using natural products including extra virgin olive oil, tomato paste and renowned white truffles from San Miniato; and slowly maturing wheels on spruce wood shelves and beds of straw in controlled and natural environments.
Pastures of Eden
Pastures of Eden is a Balkan style Feta cheese made from 100% sheep’s milk. A mildly salty Feta, it lets consumers benefit from the distinct taste of a Mediterranean tradition. Hailed as better than French and Greek Feta in both taste and texture, Pastures of Eden can be served as an appetizer, put on pasta, in salads, Middle Eastern pizzas and Balkan dishes, and even be used as a pastry filling.
Fattorie Garofalo
An authentic mozzarella handmade in the traditional process using milk from a select breed of buffalo in the Campania region of Italy. Each ball is individually wrapped and placed in its own water to be salted and aged to perfection. The result is a sweet and slightly sour flavor enhanced by its soft, smooth consistency.
Brugge
Comtesse Original
2023-24 Gold World Cheese Award Winner - Brugge Comtesse Original, aged for 6 months, reflects centuries-old traditions from Bruges’ vibrant history. Its creamy texture and hints of apricot and vanilla make it a gourmet delight, perfect for sauces, platters, or any dish. Sophisticated and delicious, it brings ambiance and good times to any occasion.
Comtesse Vintage
2023-24 Bronze World Cheese Award Winner - Brugge Comtesse Vintage captures the rich artisan traditions of Bruges with flavors aged to perfection over 12 months. Indulge in its roasted hazelnut and summer fruit aromas. Perfect for a cheese board, sauce, or plate, this cheese delights with its sophisticated taste.
Busti
The careful selection of milk and methods established by the founding Busti family members never change. As a true Italian Protected Designation of Origin (DOP) cheese, traditional methods include using salt exclusively from Volterra; hand-forming cheese; using natural products including extra virgin olive oil, tomato paste and renowned white truffles from San Miniato; and slowly maturing wheels on spruce wood shelves and beds of straw in controlled and natural environments.
Pastures of Eden
Pastures of Eden is a Balkan style Feta cheese made from 100% sheep’s milk. A mildly salty Feta, it lets consumers benefit from the distinct taste of a Mediterranean tradition. Hailed as better than French and Greek Feta in both taste and texture, Pastures of Eden can be served as an appetizer, put on pasta, in salads, Middle Eastern pizzas and Balkan dishes, and even be used as a pastry filling.
Fattorie Garofalo
An authentic mozzarella handmade in the traditional process using milk from a select breed of buffalo in the Campania region of Italy. Each ball is individually wrapped and placed in its own water to be salted and aged to perfection. The result is a sweet and slightly sour flavor enhanced by its soft, smooth consistency.
Margot
Gruyere
Margot Fromages is the only private, family-owned company specializing in the aging and ripening of Swiss Le Gruyère. Margot’s Le Gruyère is aged for 5 to 12 months under the watchful eye of the cave masters who determine when each wheel has aged to perfection. Le Gruyère offers a distinctively nutty and fruity flavor with a creamy texture ideal for fondue, artisan grilled cheese, wraps, quiches and more.
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