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67 Irving PlaceNew York, NY 10003718.395.3080www.bedfordcheeseshop.comB E D F O R D C H E E S E S H O P I S S U E N O . 1 | 2 0 2 4A R T I S A N A L G I F T I N GB E D F O R D C H E E S E S H O PHOST IN G FO RTH E HO LI DA YSEXP LORE TH ROUGHTAS TEstunning and deliciousplatters to impress yourguestscurated privateclassescheck out ourwebsiteAt h eR To ft h eCH E E S Ew i t h

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A B O U T U S P A G E 0 1ABO UT USB E D F O R D C H E E S E S H O P I S S U E N O . 1 | 2 0 2 4Bedford Cheese Shop was founded in 2003 with the mission of purveying hand-selected cheeses,charcuterie, specialty pantry items, and house-made foods for our community near and far. Weendeavor to share our passion and knowledge of these foods in a way that creates a fun andmemorable experience for our customers. As cheesemongers, we value the old-world tradition ofimparting the origin, attributes, nuances, and stories behind the foods we offer. In fact, we takethis responsibility seriously; our role is to be the bridge between the talented cheesemakers, andour customers. As a woman-owned small business, we thrive on the opportunity to support similar effortswhenever possible: hand-made, small batch, local, independent, and delicious. All the while, wework shoulder-to-shoulder with our colleagues in an environment where we value hard work,respect, integrity, and laughter!We extend our passion for cheese and community beyond the walls of our Shop by offeringclasses and creating a range of products - platters, cheese boards, gift baskets - available for pick-up or delivery in New York City and beyond. We hope the information to follow inspires yoursenses. We look forward to serving you!CONTACT USSHOP PHONE 718.395.3080EMAILinfo@bedfordcheeseshop.comDM US ON INSTAGRAM@bedfordcheeseshop.comVISIT US67 Irving Place NY, NY, 10003

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We are proprietors of Bedford Cheese Shop. Justlike cheese & crackers, rock & roll and peanutbutter & jelly - some things are just bettertogether! Together, we work hard to foster anenvironment that allows our Team to developand expand their knowledge and skills ascheesemongers. All of us at Bedford Cheese Shopare passionate about the amazing cheeses,charcuterie and unique pantry items that weselect for the Shop. We are even more passionateabout sharing these items with our customers,both new and longstanding. We figure - if we aredoing it right - spreading our knowledge andenthusiasm ultimately allows us to support themany talented small-batch, farmstead producersfrom lands local, domestic and international.More than ever, we understand first-hand howevery single customer interaction creates apositive ripple effect in a small business like ours.It's this ripple effect that inspires us each andevery day! PS - we also LOVE to laugh. A lot.M E E T T H E O W N E R S P A G E 0 2MEE T T HE OWN ERSCH R I STI N A & S A MAN T H AB E D F O R D C H E E S E S H O P I S S U E N O . 1 | 2 0 2 4

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B E D F O R D C H E E S E S H O P I S S U E N O . 1 | 2 0 2 4P A G E 0 3C A T E R I N GSometimes you just can’t do it all, so let us give you ahand!GET IT DE LIV ERE DSIGNATURE CHEESE PLATTERThere are times when you need a cheese platter that is overthe top! We have designed this robust cheese platter to satisfya range of appetites. The Signature includes a selection of sixcheeses that offer variety in milk type, texture, and flavor. Wecomplement the cheeses with accoutrements such ascornichons, olives, fresh fruit, dried fruit, jam, honey, andcrackers. Serves 20+ $290CHARCUTERIE (NO Cheese)Exceptional cured meats, such as prosciutto,soppressata, hot soppressata, pâté and mortadella.The Platter includes accoutrements that complementthe charcuterie, such as nuts, olives, assortedantipasti, and crackers. Sure to please all of the meatlovers in the room! Small-4 Meats, Serves up to 10, $155;Large-5 Meats, Serves up to 18, $235FARMSTEADMonger’s selection of some of the best seasonalcheeses we have to offer. It is served with nuts,cornichons, olives, fresh & dried fruit, and crackers.Small-4 Cheeses, Serves up to 10, $149; Large-6 Cheeses, Serves up to 16, $225CHEESE & CHARCUTERIEMonger’s selection of seasonal cheeses perfectlybalanced with cured meats; served with dried fruit, nuts,cornichons, olives, and crackers. Small-3 Cheeses 2 Meats, Serves up to 10, $159; Large-4 Cheeses 2 Meats, Serves up to 16, $191ANTIPASTIOur Antipasti Platter features a pound of fresh mozzarellasurrounded by prosciutto, mortadella, and an assortment ofdelicious accoutrements, including olives, cornichons,peppadews, nuts, and crackers. Large platters include a secondcheese, Sapore del Piave, a perfect complement to freshmozzarella. Small Serves up to 10, $140; Large Serves up to 16, $185

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B E D F O R D C H E E S E S H O P I S S U E N O . 1 | 2 0 2 4P A G E 0 4C A T E R I N GCRUDITÉA mix of seasonal vegetables served with three Bedford CheeseShop house-made dips (typically garlic hummus, herb dip,peppaspread), crackers, and sliced baguette on the side. Serves up to 10, $92SANDWICHOur Signature Sandwich Platters are tried and true! Made with the finest meats, cheeses, andhomemade spreads. All sandwiches are made on fresh baguettes, sliced to create minisandwiches, and sure to satisfy everyone at your gathering. To see our current sandwich optionsplease check out our website, www.bedfordcheeseshop.com/catering. Small-2 Varieties, 18 Minis, $111; Large-3 Varieties, 27 Minis, $153SWEET TREATSA selection of our favorite baked goods all madefresh each morning and cut into bite-size pieces.Serves up to 15, $105DEVILED EGGSA decadent savory treat on its own or add it to any ofour catering options. 12 Eggs, $30KALE MANCHEGO SALADOur Kale Manchego Salad is a delicious addition toany of our catering options, as well as a satisfyingmeal unto itself. True to our roots, we shred a 3-month-old Manchego cheese on top of chopped kale.The flavors are enhanced by dried cranberries,pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and a sesame soydressing. Serves 12-15, $80CHEESE BOARD TO-GOA Cheese Board To-Go is the perfect hostess gift, picnic fare,or just a pick-me-up for yourself! Charcuterie additions arealso available. Small-2 Cheeses, $70; Medium-3 Cheeses, $82; Large-4 Cheeses, $94ADDITIONAL CATERING NOTESPlease note that all platter orders require at least 48hours' notice. Orders with less notice are subject toavailability and a $25 rush fee per platter.Delivery is available within Manhattan, Brooklyn,and Queens for an additional fee.Check online for seasonal and specialty items.Pricing does not include tax. | Catering serviceware and gluten-free crackers are available upon request.| More Catering details are available on our website!check out ourwebsite

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Pricing does not include additional taxes or fees. Items in the baskets aresubject to change to to availability and seasonality.B E D F O R D C H E E S E S H O P I S S U E N O . 1 | 2 0 2 4P A G E 0 5GRAMERCY PARK $80.00Sometimes simplicity speaks volumes. Artisan cheeses,small batch organic crackers, and homemade jam say:thank you, I’m sorry, I love you, thinking of you, oranything you wish to convey! Includes: 2 x 0.25 lbCheese, Crackers, JamMADISON PARK $150.00Still superbly simple - with a sweet twist! The MadisonPark offers the basics of three artisan cheeses,handmade crackers, and a small batch jam, but with theadded treat of a delicious chocolate bar. Includes: 3 x0.25 lb Cheese, Cookies, Chocolate, JamUNION SQUARE $130.00Cheese and Meat? Union Square will “meat” yourneeds. (Pun intended!) This selection includes twodelicious cheeses, crackers, handcrafted salami, andprosciutto. Includes: 2 x 0.5 lb Cheese, Charcuterie,Petit Toasts, SalamiWASHINGTON SQUARE PARK $160.00Are we feeling saucy? Feeling spicy? WashingtonSquare Park is the one for you! This selection includesthree artisanal cheeses and a specialty cracker. Thetwist: we complement these solid basics with some ofour favorite accompaniments to add a little zip-a-deedoo-dah! Includes: 3 x 0.5 lb Cheese, Crackers, HotSauce, Mustard, Hot HoneyBRYANT PARK $210.00Bryant Park is no joke. This selection has something foreveryone, including a gorgeous candle for a littleambiance as you enjoy your goodies! Includes: 3 x 0.5lb Cheese, Crackers, Cookies, Jam, CandleCENTRAL PARK $310.00Aptly named after Manhattan’s premier park, CentralPark, this selection would make Frederick Law Olmstedproud! Includes: 3x 0.5 lb Cheese, 1x Small FormatCheese, Tea, Jam, Crackers, Cookies, Honey, ArtisanCandleChoose one of our fabulous pre-designed gift baskets. Easypeasy!GIFT BASKETSREADY TO SHIPHOW TO ORDEROrder online atwww.bedfordcheeseshop.com or call the Shop at 718.395.3080SHIPPING INFORMATIONWe ship on Mondays, Tuesdays &Wednesdays either overnight or 2-day for perishable items. Shippingprices vary depending on the itemand pricing must be confirmedbefore an invoice is sent. We deliver in Manhattan, Brooklyn,& Queens 7 days a week via a third-party courier. For orders under $350 | Manhattan$45 | Brooklyn & Queens $65 For orders over $350 | Manhattan12% of the order total | Brooklyn &Queens 12% of the order total +$20borough fee. Your recipient must be onsite to receive their package with thisoption. G I F T B A S K E T S

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Want to customize your gifts? Here are somethoughts to get you started; we can work throughthe finer details together!YOU’D RATHER BREAKTHE MOLD? LET’S DO IT!B E D F O R D C H E E S E S H O P I S S U E N O . 1 | 2 0 2 41BOTTOM’S UP!We have three great options to create thebase for your gift “basket”.A farmhouse-style wire basket linedwith linen fabric (a traditional giftbasket, also provides a keepsake)A branded BCS cardboard box (dig rightinto the goodies upon receipt!)A branded BCS tote bag (a gift inside agift!)2CHOOSE YOUR STYLELooking for a French inspired gift?Spanish? Foodie? Sweet tooth? Thepossibilities are exciting!3GIFT NOTESWe can personalize your gift notes toinclude messages, images or corporatelogos. on either our Bedford Cheese Shopnote card, or include an E. Frances greetingcard. All of the options require sufficientlead time and additional charges.54BRANDINGSend us your branded cards, ribbons,merchandise, recipes etc. for inclusion inyour customized gift!CUSTOM GIFTING LEAD TIMESGenerally speaking, we require thefollowing lead times:Individual gifts - 48 hours5-19 gifts - 2 weeks20+ gifts - to be planned and discussed The best way to kick things off is to emailus at info@bedfordcheeseshop.com and wewill reach back out to you right away!P A G E 0 6G I F T B A S K E T SH O W T O O R D E R

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B E D F O R D C H E E S E S H O P I S S U E N O . 1 | 2 0 2 4HOST YOUR EVENTS INTHE HOMESTEADP A G E 0 7P R I V A T E E V E N T SHolidayOur Private Classes are accompanied by acombination of some of our signatureaccoutrements: bread, dried fruit, nuts,cornichons, olives, jam, honey, and housewines. Each dynamic Class is taught by aseasoned Bedford Cheese Shopcheesemonger. The two-hour experience isinclusive of 60 minutes for tasting andinstruction, a 15-20 minute Q&A portion at theend, followed by time for you and your gueststo relax and talk cheese! The minimum size for Private Classes is 8guests with a maximum of 12-18 (classdependent) seated or 24 standing. Classes takeplace between 10:00 am and 7:00 pm. Pleaseemail for availability outside of this window.All plating is done as individual portionsunless otherwise specified. Homestead (Hōm-sted) n. a space to learn, experience andgather; private classroom & event space at Bedford CheeseShop!VIRTUAL CHEESE 101 $115 PPA guided tasting of four cheeses - virtually! We ship our Tasting Kit in advance of theClass. The Kit includes four cheeses, crackers,salami, jam and chocolate. We meet overZoom and make everyone feel right at homein our virtual classroom! The cost of shippingis additional.

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B E D F O R D C H E E S E S H O P I S S U E N O . 1 | 2 0 2 4P A G E 0 8P R I V A T E E V E N T SWINE PAIRING A guided tour where we answer the burningquestion: what cheese goes with my wine? Or, is it: what wine goes with my cheese!?Either way, we address the basics of how topair these decadent delights and dive intothe reasoning behind age-old pairings(terroir, acidity, etc.). This Class alsoprovides portions of charcuterie, antipasto,and tasting pours of selected wines. Want toelevate your wines? Switch out wine for beeror cider? Let's discuss it!4+ CHEESES | 4 WINES $150 PP BUBBLES & CHEESE $165 PPTalk about decadent! A mouthwateringexperience of bloomy and washed rindtriple creams, bubbles, and cheese educationfrom one of our seasoned BCScheesemongers, plus so much more! Youwill delight in this Class as we walk youthrough the different crème de la crèmeluxurious, rich cheeses and how their flavorprofile is heightened and perhaps changedby the perfectly paired effervescentsparkling wine. This Class also offersportions of charcuterie, antipasto andadditional pairings. Oh la la!4+ CHEESES | 4 SPARKLING WINES CHARCUTERIE & CHEESE BOARDMAKING CLASS $200 PPOur seasoned cheesemonger will guide youon building a dynamic "cheese andcharcuterie" board.. And one of the BESTparts.... you get to take your masterpiecehome to ENJOY with your friends, family orjust for yourself! Learn the in’s and out’s ofcutting, slicing and truncating various stylesof cheese highlighting their beauty and taste,the tricks of the trade for charcuterie foldingand the art of arranging all these delectableitems to create an exciting and balanceddisplay. And yes of course there will behouse wines to enjoy while learning the craftof edible art!3 CHEESES | 2 MEATS | HOUSE WINES| MAX CAPACITY 16MOZZARELLA MAKING $140 PPWe created this Class for those looking toget their hands messy and learn the processof making fresh cheese. We walk youthrough each step of the mozzarella makingprocess, all while discussing interesting factsand the history of mozzarella as well asother popular Italian cheeses.1 CHEESE | CURDS | HOUSE WINES | MAXCAPACITY 126 CHEESES | HOUSE WINESCHEESE 101 $140 PPA guided tasting of several cheeses. Ourdiscussion ranges from flavor profile andmilk type to production and aging. After all,cheese is a marriage of science and art. ThisClass also includes portions of charcuterie,antipasto, and house wines. We provide lotsof information and fun!

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B E D F O R D C H E E S E S H O P I S S U E N O . 1 | 2 0 2 4P A G E 0 9P R I V A T E E V E N T SNot seeing what you’re looking for?CUSTOMIZE YOUR EVENTCURATED CLASSESLooking for a unique experience? Chocolatepairing, a deep dive into a specific type ofcheese, or a session on a region-specificcheese? We will do our best to curate anexperience that you will not soon forget!Send us an email to inquire atinfo@bedfordcheeseshop.com.Price Upon RequestADDITIONAL TIMEIf you are interested in extending yourevent time past 2 hours; our Homesteadcan be rented per half hour. Not to extendafter 9:00 pm.ATMOSPHERE & DECORLet us take care of the linens, candles, andfloral arrangements. We will coordinatewith local vendors to create beautifulpieces in our space with seasonal decor.Pricing TBD.CLEAN UPIf your Private Class requires special cleanup, there will be an additional fee TBDcharged on the day of the Class. We donot allow confetti, glitter, nails, etc.BITES & BOARDSAdditional Platters, Boards and Salads areavailable upon request (for an additionalfee).HOMESTEAD ROOM RENTAL Hosting a small gathering? Our beautifuleducational space can accommodate up to24 guests for Private Events. Please emailinfo@bedfordcheeseshop.com for ratesreflecting a 2-hour experience 7 days aweek, 10 AM - 4 PM. Pricing andminimum do not include gratuity, servicefees, admin fees, or applicable taxes.BOTTLE FEEIf you’re set on bringing in your favoritebottle of wine to pair with our cheeses weare happy to coordinate storage in theshop. Bottle Fee is $30 per bottle. MERCHANDISEInterested in the perfect gift to pair withyour cheese Class? Be it to say thank you,congratulations, and so much more -include our Bedford Cheese Shopsignature swag!Totes, Hats , Gift Cards, & More!Each Private Class is subject to a 15%Administrative Fee and 8.875% Tax. TheAdministrative Fee is intended to offset the costsassociated with administrative and managerialoversight, documentation, and preparation of theClass. It is not, nor is it intended to be, a gratuity.All of our Team are competitively compensatedbut gratuity, should you choose to add it, is alwaysappreciated.

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P A G E 1 0P R I V A T E E V E N T SB E D F O R D C H E E S E S H O P I S S U E N O . 1 | 2 0 2 4EVE NT LAY OUT SWe can create several different table combinations within our private classroom space to fitgroups of 8 to 24 (certain restrictions will apply). You have access to a private bathroom and ahand-washing sink. The options depicted are suggestions, configurations will be adjusted to suitthe needs of your group. FLO O R P L A N AFLO O R P L A N B

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