This cheese curler with dome is known as a Girolle or a Frisette, and it’s for cutting thin curls of cheese from Tete de Moine, P’Tit Basque, and Edam. Curling the cheese in this way aerates it, adding more flavour. Pins on the bottom of the wooden board hold the cheese firmly in place. It’s also suitable for cutting slabs of chocolate for cake decoration.

Dimensions: 22 x 22 x 17.5cm, with a diameter of 22cm.

This Girolle (also known as a Frisette) is made by Boska and makes a great, interactive centrepiece at the dinner table. Cheese cutters are most often used with Tete de Moine cheese, where each turn of the blade shaves off a delicate, paper-thin curl, ready to be eaten. Slicing the cheese so thinly aerates it, intensifying the taste, and it’s then ready to enjoy with a glass of wine or scattered over freshly-cooked pasta.

Instructions:

Step 1: Cut the Tête de Moine in two, wrap one half in cling film and place it back in cold storage. If the rind is greasy or sticky, leave your Tête de Moine AOP unwrapped in the refrigerator for one or two hours.

Step 2: Place the other half on a clean and even surface with the cut side facing down. Firmly push the spike of the Girolle held upside down through the centre of the cheese. Make absolutely sure you hold the Girolle base horizontally.

Step 3: Then flip your Girolle the right way round and press the cheese firmly down onto the steel grippers of the wooden base, so that it cannot rotate while it is being shaved.

Step 4: Avoid pressing down too hard on the cheese when you turn the blade. For nicer rosettes, it is recommended to shave Tête de Moine AOP with a cheese curler straight out of refrigeration. Rosettes have to be packed immediately after shaving to prevent them from drying out. The fresher the better!

Step 5: If you keep Tête de Moine AOP chilled and protected under its cover and the other half wrapped in cling film, your cheese will retain its full flavour and will be ready to be used at any time.

We now stock a Boska replacement plastic dome cover for your Milano and Amigo cheese curlers. It’s a handy addition that preserves your cheese quality, creating a protective barrier for longer freshness.

Founded in 1896 in Bodegraven, Netherlands, by Willem Bos, Boska boasts a rich history deeply rooted in the world of cheese. The name, ‘Bos kaas,’ reflects their Dutch heritage and a deep-seated affection for all things cheese. Today, the fourth generation of the Bos family passionately continues this tradition, just as Willem did over a century ago.

Boska is renowned for crafting high-quality culinary tools that elevate the enjoyment of various delights, including cheese, chocolate, pizza, meat, and vegetables. From cutting boards to cheese slicers, each product is expertly crafted from natural materials like stone, steel, and wood, enhancing the flavours and aesthetics of your meals. Whether you’re slicing, melting, or presenting, Boska’s creations add both taste and elegance to your table, making them indispensable for your culinary experiences.