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Hillsborough Cheese Company
Another Season, Another Reason, For Making...Cheese
By Emily Buehler, WSM Contributing Writer
It's a surprise to discover the Hillsborough Cheese Company's location, nestled in the narrow tract between Interstates 40 and 85 in Hillsborough. Then you realize that the enterprise is not so much a farm (in spite of the goats wandering around) but more like an artist's studio. At the end of a long gravel drive, there's a small olive green building that matches the house behind it; the open door reveals racks of drying buckets, plastic containers and a large cooler. Cindy and Dorian West are the Hillsborough Cheese Company; Cindy is the cheese-maker and artist, while Dorian handles the business side of their enterprise. More

Jazz Brunch
Ghost Stories
Trick or Treat at SV
Wine Sale ends 10/21
Wiener Dog Day

Elections!
WSM Annual Meeting

ArtsCenter Charette
Wild Herb Walk
Habitat Halloween Rides

Italian Wine Dinner
November Wine Dinner
Special Desserts!

Weekly Produce Specials
Weekly Meat Specials

Recipe: Pumpkin Pancakes




Hillsborough Cheese Company continued
The venture began when Cindy left a business job, working her way up until she was a chef; she then attended culinary school in France. She was working at the Magnolia Grill in Durham when the kids came along, so she started cheese-making as a way to work from home. The work fits well with home life: she can be up at all hours of the night, or start part of a long process and then go inside to make dinner. The Wests are fond of quoting Monty Python: "Blessed are the Cheese-makers." Hillsborough Cheese Company began making sheep's milk cheeses, but they couldn't find a local supplier of sheep milk so they switched to goat and cow milk. They work with several local dairy farms, developing long-term relationships and trying to help each other out with cheese-making advice. Dorian visits the farms often—he picks up the milk twice a week—and is committed to using only milk that is produced sustainably. Hillsborough Cheese Company is fairly small on the local cheese-making scale: they process about 100 gallons of milk a week. (One big bucket of milk [about three gallons] makes ten small wheels of Camembert.) During the summer, they sell their cheese at the Hillsborough Farmers' Market and the Saxapahaw Farmers' Market. Now, you can find Hillsborough Cheese Company cheese at Weaver Street Market. The first two cheeses for sale at WSM are their Sweet Ash and their Camembert, but more may be added soon. Hillsborough Cheese Company produces twenty varieities of cheese and there is always some chevre, feta, a bloomy rind cheese, and a pressed (or hard) cheese. Cheese-making is all about extracting liquid, which can be done by cooking, pressing, hanging, or adding salt. Some cheese-makers treat the process like a science experiment, monitoring pH and other indices. Cindy prefers to work by "feel", striving for consistency but with more of a "funky approach." Their field is small because, for many would-be cheese-makers the expense of buying a pasteurizer, a water heater sized stainless steel container, as well as special thermometers and other equipment, can't be managed. Hillsborough Cheese Company cheeses are stored in "the cheese cellar"; since they don't have a good cave, the cheeses are aged in a reach-in cooler. This isn't a time for the cheeses to be neglected. Some must be turned every other day; others must have their container opened when the humidity gets too high. (Hillsborough Cheese Company also make raw milk cheeses, which must age at least 60 days at 55 degrees.) They have a hard cheese, which ages from the inside out, and a bloomy rind cheese, which ages from the outside in. The bloomy rind is now growing a layer of white fuzz. Yum! The finished product, is a wonderful cheese, wrapped in paper. I'm busy trying to keep up with all the cheeses, keeping track of which turns into what, taking pictures and notes. In the midst of the flurry of cheeses there's a black goat, Frank, stopped in the doorway of the Cheese House. He starts to move forward, clearly wanting to join us, but stops when Cindy commands him. Frank is the ringleader of a herd of Nigerian dwarf goats, family pets who also serve as the whey disposal system. (Since it's full of bacteria, whey can't be poured down the sink.) They've been let out to forage around the yard, and Frank decided to see what we are up to. Cindy shoos him away until he trots back to the herd. I take some pictures of the Wests holding cheese wheels, and when we leave the building, the goats migrate towards us. Halfway down the drive, they take a liking to a magnolia tree and began tugging at its lower branches. "We put them back in the pen when they start on the house," Cindy tells me. Now that the goats have arrived on the scene, Dorian wants to introduce the new puppies as well. They come flying down the driveway towards us, but after a quick sniff, they head off to annoy the goats. Who knew life between the Interstates could be so good?

Weekly Produce Specials


	Bio-dynamic Seedless White Grapes	$2.99 lb super low price	get 'em while you can! from Marian Farms
	Organic Gala Apples	$1.59 lb
	New Crop Organic Asparagus	$4.99 lb	save $2.00 lb limited time!

Weekly Meat & Seafood Specials

	Niman Ranch All Natural Rump Roast	$4.59 lb	USDA Choice save $1.00 lb
	Alison's Farm All Natural Boneless Chicken Thighs	$2.99 lb	super low price
	Troller Point, Wild Caught Alaskan Salmon Steaks	$8.99 lb	save $2.00 lb
Read more about other Weaver Street Market Specials.


Recipe: Pumpkin Pancakes

Becky's Favorite Pumpkin Pancakes (Becky is a Consumer-Owner who is crazy about cooking.) WHISK below dry ingredients: 1 1/4 cups of wheat flour 2-3 Tbs brown sugar 2 tsp baking powder pinch of ground cloves pinch of nutmeg pinch of salt 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground ginger STIR ingredients below in a separate bowl: 1 cup milk 8-9 Tbs of canned pumpkin puree 2 Tbs melted butter 1 egg FOLD BOTH MIXTURES TOGETHER. Cook over the medium heat on a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan. Pour the batter, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake. Brown on both sides and serve hot WITH MELTED BUTTER AND MAPLE SYRUP. SERVES 8-10. *IF YOU'D LIKE TO USE REAL pumpkin instead of the canned puree, the best are sweet ones like New England pumpkin or Baby Pam. You need to bake them first in 425 degrees, put halves face down in a baking sheet. After an hour of baking, peel off the skin and mash it.
Find more recipes here.



Jazz Brunch

Sundays 11 am - 1 pm On the lawn in Carrboro Weaver Street Market's Jazz & More! Brunch continues through October! This family friendly event is a great way to start your Sunday. Inside, we'll have fresh scones, muffins and sweet pastries in our bake case; fresh, hot coffee and a barista to make that special coffee drink; and an array of eggs, grits, pancakes or French Toast to fill you up! Outside, under the oaks, you'll hear a range of local bands playing Jazz, Americana, Blues, and Bluegrass; keeping everybody happy and dancing. Children and well-behaved dogs are welcome. Please keep the children out of the trees and fountain and dogs on leashes. Band schedule: October 21 - Project Mastana - the world music band next door October 28 - Jeff Brown Quartet - original Jazz - Last Jazz Brunch!
Read more about other Weaver Street Market events here.

Ghost Stories!

WEAVER STREET MARKET'S ANNUAL GHOST STORIES jack-o-lanterns...spooky seasonal music...hot cider...cookies...a costume contest! Friday October 26 11 am - 1 pm On the lawn in Carrboro Plan on spending the night under the oaks in your Halloween Costume listening to Willa Brigham tell great seasonal tales. Tim Stambaugh and Donovan Zimmerman will set the stage with spooky music and scary puppets at 5:30. Willa will thrill us all with her tales of adventure at 6:30. The winners of the costume contest will be announced at 7:15. Free Cookies and Cider! This event is co-sponsored by the Town of Carrboro and Weaver Street Market. Costume Contest Rules: Enter in one category only: 0-5 year-olds or 6-10 year-olds. Costumes will be judged on MOST ORIGINAL, FUNNIEST, AND SCARIEST. All participants must register by 6:45 pm.

Trick or Treat at Southern Village

Saturday, October 27, 11am - 4pm Enjoy: - Spooky Seasonal Music - Tricky Giant Puppets - Free Fun Kid Treats Join us to make your own spooky mask, hat or whole costume with the Scrap Exchange! 11 am - 1 pm. Saturday, October 27, 11 am - 1 pm at Southern Village
Learn more about Scrap Exchange here.

Wine Sale ends 10/21

Sale ends this Sunday, October 21! WSM Wine Buyer, Peg Todloski, has hunted tirelessly to bring the best selection at the best value to this years' fall wine sale. There are over 40 wines to choose from with classics like Brunello di Montalcino, Champagne, Pinot Noir, Chianti Classico, Prosecco, Cotes du Rhone as well as 5 organic wines. One is sulphite-free as well. This is a great opportunity to stock your cellar with discounts up to 50% off and the 10% regular case discount applies on top of the sale price.
View all sale wines here.

Wiener Dog Day Review

They Came, They Saw, They Wienered—Wiener Dogs Party on the Lawn The comment most heard from folks on the lawn last Sunday: "All these wiener dogs live in Chapel Hill?!" At least fifty dachshunds gathered on the lawn Sunday afternoon for the annual Wiener Dog Day, a dog social gathering and a benefit for Dachshund Rescue of North America. Dogs and owners participated in a parade around the lawn. Next came an obstacle course featuring traffic cones and six-inch hurdles, followed by a limbo contest. Finally, prizes were given to dog winners of several other contests. Not all the dogs hailed from Chapel Hill. The winner of the farthest-traveling dog contest came from northern Kentucky. The longest wiener? 23 inches. The shortest (height) wiener? 6 1/2 inches. The oldest dog? 17 1/2 years. And winner of the much anticipated costume contest? Mollie, a paralyzed dachshund whose wheels had been turned into a hotdog cart. For more information on Dachshund rescue, visit the group's website (below) or contact NC Representative Elizabeth Bucholz at 919.321.0202 or libby@trainadox.com.
Learn more about DRNA here.



Elections!

It's time to elect a new director to the Weaver Street Market board. Look for the ballot box in both Carrboro and Southern Village. Ballots can be found at the voting box, or in the Annual Report. James Morgan and Eliza Dubose are the candidates for the Consumer-Onwer seat. Be sure to vote by 7pm, October 18.
Meet the candidates here.

WSM Annual Meeting

Thursday, October 18 at the Carrboro Century Center 6:30 pm: dinner (provided) 7 - 9:00 pm: Annual Meeting * Engage in lively dinner conversation about the Co-op of the future! * Hear the "State of the Co-op" reports from the General Manager and the Board of Directors! * 2nd Annual Cooperative Community Fund Awards! * Meet the candidates for Board of Directors! * Vote for a candidate for the Board of Directors! * Raffle prizes! See you there!



ArtsCenter Charette

"Expand Your Center...Come Dream with Us" The ArtsCenter to hold Community Event for New Building Project Sunday, October 21 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m The ArtsCenter stands at the threshold of an exciting new opportunity for expansion. For 33 years The ArtsCenter has been a vital part of Orange County, providing artistic, educational and cultural opportunities to all in this community. With the ever-growing population and need for artistic and cultural services, The ArtsCenter has greatly outgrown its current space and is poised to undergo a capital campaign for a new facility. Community involvement and interaction remains the primary focus of The ArtsCenter's services. To that end, TAC will be hosting a community forum. Feedback, Fellowship and the Future are all the focus of this Community Planning Event. The Arts Center staff will share ideas, potential plans, updates and projections, but ideas, goals and needs shared by members of the community will be the most important facet of this event. It is our hope that with active participation, feedback and input the new facility and programming will develop in a way that will continue to serve the community through the arts for years to come.
Learn more about the ArtsCenter here.

Wild Herb Walk

October 29 5:30 - 7:00 pm, rain or shine Meet outside Cup-A-Joe 120 W. King Street Hillsborough Join Herbalist and Wildcrafter, Will Endres on this informal walk to learn more about the incredible healing herbs and plants located right here in the heart of Hillsborough. Will Endres is a local Hillsborough resident who is recognized nationally as an expert and pioneer in the healing properties of herbs. He also has developed a line of herbal tinctures and dry herbs, many of which grow right here in Hillsborough. Bring your questions, but most importantly, your desire to learn. Cost $10.00. Children aged 10 and under FREE when accompanied by a parent. Will can be reached at 919.732.9785. No pre-registration required. Just show up.

Habitat Halloween Rides

4th Annual Halloween Bike Rides to Benefit Habitat for Humanity Habitat for Humanity of Durham is sponsoring several Halloween bike rides to raise money for their work. The rides, 100 miles, 62 miles, and 31 miles, all start from the American Tobacco Historic District on Saturday morning, October 27. There is also a 6 to 12-mile Family Fun Ride on the American Tobacco Trail. New this year is the Full Moon Meander, a 16-mile ride on Friday night starting at 6:33 PM, when the full moon rises.
Learn more about the Habitat Rides here.


Italian Wine Dinner

Monday, October 22, 7:00-9:30pm Italy is one of the most viticulturally diverse wine producing countries in the world. It has over 20 different wine growing regions and produces grapes from over 2000 different varieties. Each individual region and town in Italy has a wine style all its own, with native grape varieties that you don't find anywhere else. Its geography alone is an indication of the diverse styles of wines Italy produces, ranging from the Alps to the Adriatic Sea. Italy has wine regions nestled into mountainsides and hidden around every corner. Ever wonder what wines the locals are drinking when you travel to the small towns of Italy? Well, join us Monday, October 22 at Panzanella and find out! Mike Tiano, of the Haw River Wine Man, will take us on a tasting tour of some unique Italian wines. Enjoy six different wines from diverse regions of Italy and plenty of delicious food prepared by Panzanella's Chef Chris Capron to complement these wonderful wines.
Visit Panzanella's website to view all menus (lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch).
Sign up for Panzanella's Enewsletter here.

November Wine Dinner

Wines of Burgundy Monday, November 12 7:00 - 9:30 pm Join us Monday, November 12 for a tasting tour of France's premier wine producing region, Burgundy. Burgundy produces some of the most prestigious Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays in the world. These are wines with centuries of history and a sense of place, or "terroir." If you're looking for subtlety and grace in your wines, then this tasting is perfect for you! Above all, this will be an evening filled with wonderful wines from one of the most fascinating and complex regions in the world. The cost of this event is $45 per person; space is limited, so reserve early. Please pay in advance and pick up a ticket for this tasting at either Panzanella or the customer service desk at Weaver Street Market in Carrboro.

Special Desserts

To celebrate National Fair Trade and Cooperative Month, Panzanella is offering a Fair Trade and Cooperatively-Made Desserts menu. Look for these luscious creations at Panzanella later this week!