Based in The New Forest on the south coast of England, Jonathan Broomfield (Cheesy1) exudes enthusiasm & is a passionate cheese expert with over sixteen years’ experience in the cheese industry. He is a seasoned professional cheese judge with over 8 years of service at both the International Cheese & Dairy Awards and British Cheese Awards. His dedication was recognised by the International Cheese & Dairy Awards who appointed him as their UK Ambassador.

He was a member of the former Guild of Cheese Graders where he officially ISO accredited his palate and was trained on how to probably distinguish flavour & taste profiles. He has also been certified as a butter grader through training provided by Jayne Hickinbotham of Dee Dairy Services.

Along the way the Cheesy1 has developed a passion for supporting cheesemakers, and their products, by writing about them on the Cheesy1 blog.

This has led to hosting over 30 unique & tailored cheese talks & tastings that are fun & informative where he has received praise across the board for his entertaining presentation style.

Jonathan Broomfield is available to be booked as a speaker for an event or talk, bespoke tasting events, judging, cheese grading and consultancy work. Please feel free to email Jonathan at jhb.cheese@gmail.com to discuss your requirements.

Keen to further share his extensive passion, knowledge, and enthusiasm for all things cheese, the Cheesy1 is working with Harveys of Hythe (harveysofhythe.co.uk) as their Cheese Expert. He uses his expertise to provide Harveys customers with a unique cheese selection that changes on a regular basis for a different cheese experience each time they shop with them.

Where will your Cheesy1 take you?

Cheesy1 event Reviews

WI Boldre

"Many thanks for a brilliant talk last night at WI. Thoroughly enjoyed, and most informative. The tasters were delicious!
Look forward to your return visit next year."

WI South Baddesley

"Thank you very much for coming along to our WI meeting yesterday and giving us a very informative and enjoyable afternoon. I think we found it interesting pairing the different wines with the different cheeses."

Sway Carnival

"You gave an excellent performance on Saturday evening at

our Wine & Cheese Event and there have been many compliments

about your cheeses and your narrative.

Thank you very much indeed for gracing us with your presence, for all

the hard work you did beforehand and for the careful selections you made

in the run-up to the tasting."

WI Milford On Sea

"Thank you so much for your presentation it was much enjoyed by all the ladies and feedback was really positive.

Your passion shone through and has made quite a few of us think of different ways in presenting a cheese board. Your depth of knowledge was so evident and the fact there was complete silence throughout your talk was testament to how much it was embraced."

Willie's Cacao

"We met Jonathan at the Farm Shop & Deli Show in Birmingham. When we decide to create pairings between chocolate and other products, cheese came to mind and we sought Jonathan’s advice. It was a pleasure to work with him. It's always great to share ideas with other people who are passionate about flavours. "

- Willie’s Cacao

Evergreen Club

"I would like to thank you for the cheese talk you gave to the Evergreen club. In My many years of running this club I can safely say this was one of the best talks we have had! Informative and passionate about his subject and with a fantastic presentation style. Thank you for this memorable talk."

Jonathan Judging at the International Cheese Awards.	James Martin & Jonathan meeting at the ICDA's 2021	Jonathan Judging at the British Cheese Awards.	A vibrant cheese board designed by the Cheesy1.	Cheese & Crackers for a Cheesy1 blog review
"One day you will write a book!" A quote from Juliet Harbutt to Jonathan while this photo was taken.	Marco Pierre White & Jonathan sharing a conversation & a photo at the ICDAs 2021.	Tanys & Jonathan grading Wookey Hole Cheddar in the caves.