A delicate mold-ripened cheese with a creamy heart.
Overview
Inspired by the elegance of traditional French soft cheeses, Chalomjai is Hungry Wolf's signature mold-ripened cheese. Crafted from fresh Thai milk using carefully selected cultures, it develops from a delicate, firm texture into a luxuriously creamy cheese with remarkable depth of flavour as it matures. Its distinctive character and traditional Thai bamboo basket make Chalomjai a true expression of Thai artisan cheesemaking.
The Story
Chalomjai (ชะลอมใจ) is named after the traditional Thai bamboo basket, or chalom, in which it is presented. The name also echoes the Thai expression ชโลมใจ, evoking comfort, warmth, and gentle indulgence—perfectly reflecting the experience of sharing exceptional cheese.
At a Glance
Style
Soft mold-ripened cheese
Milk
Fresh Thai cow's milk from Nakhon Pathom
Texture
Firm and delicate when young, becoming smooth and irresistibly creamy with age
Flavour
Rich, buttery and low in salt with increasing complexity as it matures
Rind
White bloomy rind of Penicillium candidum and Geotrichum candidum
Best Enjoyed
Cheese boards, baked whole, or paired with fresh fruit and honey
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy young with crusty bread, grapes and a drizzle of honey.
- Bake whole with rosemary, truffle and olive oil for a rich sharing dish.
- Serve fully ripened with crisp bread and a glass of wine.
Wine Pairings
Young: Chardonnay or Champagne
Fully Ripened: White Burgundy, Pinot Noir, Chenin Blanc or Viognier
Available Size
Approx. 170 g, wrapped in paper and presented in a traditional Thai bamboo basket.