An Authentic Culinary Tour of Dorset
Synopsis
Michael Davis revived the traditional Dorset blue Vinny cheese, using milk from his herd and a speck of penicillin to create its signature blue veins.
Synopsis
At the 13th century St Mary's Church in Beaminster, local musicians known as the Yetis perform songs that celebrate Dorset's land and food traditions. The documentary visits the grasslands of Dorset, where farmers like Michael Davis revive traditional cheese-making practices, producing Dorset blue Vinny. It also features the Crocker family, who have farmed the land since the late 1800s, now operating an organic free-range farm. The film captures the region's commitment to preserving its culinary heritage amid modern challenges.
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Why Watch
- Meet Michael Davis, who revived an extinct local cheese.
- See how the Crocker family runs a fully organic free-range farm.
- Find out why local musicians gather at Saint Mary's Church.
Did You Know
- Michael Davis revived the traditional Dorset blue Vinny cheese 20 years ago.
- The Crocker family has farmed in Dorset since the late 1800s.
- Dorset is home to many apple orchards, yet supermarkets sell mostly imported produce.
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What traditional cheese was revived by Michael Davis?
Michael Davis revived the traditional local cheese known as Dorset blue Vinny.
What type of farm do the Crocker family operate?
The Crocker family operates a fully organic free-range farm.
What is a popular local recipe mentioned in the documentary?
Dorset apple cake is a popular local recipe mentioned in the documentary.
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