2026 SF Cheese Fest Sponsors
We are deeply grateful to our 2026 SF Cheese Fest sponsors, whose support helps power this celebration of California artisan cheese. Their commitment to local producers and artisan craftsmanship strengthens our entire community. Be sure to support the businesses and organizations that make events like this possible.We will continue to welcome new sponsors as we near the festival.
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Bi-Rite has been a San Francisco institution for over 80 years. Under the leadership of second-generation owner Sam Mogannam since 1998, we’ve embarked on a mission of Creating Community Through Food®, striving every day to cultivate meaningful relationships with each part of our community, including our staff, our guests, our producers and partners, and the environment. Over the past 28 years, the Bi-Rite Family of Businesses has grown to include three neighborhood Markets, a world-renowned Creamery, and a creative Catering company. The Bi-Rite family also includes 18 Reasons, a nonprofit community cooking school that empowers Bay Area residents every year with the confidence and creativity needed to shop, cook, and eat good food. Bi-Rite is proud to be a San Francisco Legacy Business and a Certified B Corp. To learn more, visit biritemarket.com.
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Bellwether Farms - Bellwether Farms is a family-owned creamery nestled in the rolling hills of Sonoma County, crafting exceptional dairy products since 1986 under a simple philosophy: whole is better. Our hand-dipped Whole Milk Basket Ricotta is made from pure Jersey cow milk, cultured first and then slowly heated in small kettles until delicate curds form—a traditional technique that yields a texture and flavor unlike anything mass-produced. Our Crème Fraîche, a French-style cultured cream made from pure, local heavy cream, has become a favorite among professional chefs and home cooks for its rich, tangy complexity. And our award-winning yogurt line—crafted from full-fat sheep's milk and organic cow's milk—is made in small batches with no fillers or shortcuts, resulting in America's #1 sheep's milk yogurt and a lusciously smooth, nutrient-dense cow's milk option. Our Organic Cow Milk Yogurt is made with A2 milk, containing only the A2 beta-casein protein rather than the A1 protein found in most conventional dairy—a difference many find easier on digestion, without sacrificing the rich, creamy taste our yogurt is known for. Every product reflects our commitment to whole ingredients, artisanal craft, and the healthy animals that make it all possible.
California Milk Advisory Board - Real California Milk celebrates the award-winning cheese and dairy products made with sustainably sourced milk from California dairy farm families. Support local farmers by looking for the seal on your favorite cheese and dairy brands. Visit RealCaliforniaMilk.com to find products near you and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube.
Cowgirl Creamery - Cowgirl Creamery makes cheese with heart. In 1997, we started with a dream to celebrate organic practices and spotlight the craftsmanship of local sustainable agriculture in Sonoma counties. Today, we’re carrying the torch of the food revolution that started in our backyard. Organic. Farm-to-Table. Delicious, award-winning cheese. It’s in our DNA. And it defines our famous creations, including the beloved triple cream Mt Tam. Cowgirl Creamery cheeses are available nationwide wherever fine cheese is sold.
Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese - 100% women-owned, Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Company is an award-winning producer based on the Giacomini family’s dairy farm just north of San Francisco. The company crafts original, distinctive cheeses with a focus on responsible farming, exceptional milk, and hands-on cheesemaking.
Qualtech - Love cheese? So do we! While you'll never find our name on the label, there's a good chance our team helped make it possible. Qualtech works behind the scenes with cheesemakers and dairy processors across North America, designing and building the equipment, piping, and automation systems that turn milk into the delicious cheeses we all enjoy. From artisan producers to large dairy plants, we're proud to support the people who keep the cheese flowing.
