Valio has announced a series of Finlandia cheeses are making their way to the US market to provide consumers with easier access to artisan-quality dairy products.
The cheeses come in four varieties including two spreadable options and two hard cheeses, which are each crafted with premium ingredients. The spreadable varieties include the Finlandia Imported Spreadable Cheese Original and Chanterelle Mushrooms, while the 10-month-aged hard cheeses include the Finlandia Imported Gran Regale and the Finlandia Imported Forte. The products are currently available at a variety of grocery stores in the Northeast, Midwest and California markets.
Director of Marketing and Business Development at Valio USA Mari Meriluoto spoke on the new Finlandia cheeses saying, "Food lovers are looking for easy ways to liven up their meals, and our new cheeses take Finlandia classics up a notch. Our Spreadable Cheese gets a sophisticated twist with our Chanterelle Mushroom flavour, while our Aged Cheese, produced using traditional Italian methods, brings a new option to home cooks for pastas and more."
Artisan-Quality Cheese Ranges
These Finlandia Cheeses are Making Their Debut in the US Market
Trend Themes
1. Artisan-quality Cheese - The demand for artisan-quality cheese is growing, leading to innovative products that provide consumers with premium and unique options.
2. Imported Dairy Products - Imported dairy products are gaining popularity in the US market as consumers seek out international flavors and high-quality ingredients.
3. Gourmet Food Market - The introduction of Finlandia cheeses into the US market highlights the potential for growth in the gourmet food market, as consumers look for elevated culinary experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Dairy - The dairy industry has an opportunity to capitalize on the demand for artisan-quality cheese by developing innovative production methods and flavor combinations.
2. Import/export - The import/export industry can benefit from the rising popularity of imported dairy products, as more companies seek to bring unique and premium options to the US market.
3. Grocery - The grocery industry has the potential to tap into the gourmet food market by creating dedicated sections and curated selections of artisanal and premium products like Finlandia cheeses.