Antonelli's Cheese Shop

02/22/2025

Science says cheese people are the best people. No arguments here!

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02/19/2025

"Could always make that happen again." 🧊🥶

02/18/2025

Do you love bringing people together, telling great stories, and making every moment feel special? If you’ve got a big voice, a bigger personality, and a passion for cheese, we want to meet you! Join our team, lead unforgettable tastings, and, of course, eat plenty of cheese. 🍷🧀

Ready to apply? Email your resume and a quick note about why you'd be an awesome Event Host Cheesemonger to [email protected] or check the link in our bio for more details!

02/15/2025

Meet new people, enjoy great conversation, and, of course, eat some cheese. 🧀💘 We’re teaming up with Hidden Gems for a dating mixer at our South Lamar Tasting Room—a fun, no-pressure night designed to help you connect over shared experiences (and cheese).

The evening kicks off with icebreakers before moving into group speed dating (two-on-two), with wine available for purchase and time to mingle at the end. Whether you leave with a date, a new friend, or just a great story, it’s sure to be a memorable night.

📅 Tuesday, Feb. 25 at 7 PM
📍 Antonelli’s South Lamar Tasting Room
🎟 Spots are limited—grab your ticket now! https://loom.ly/blKBYaU

Tag a single friend who needs to be there! ⬇️

02/14/2025

They say love is sweet, but sometimes it’s sharp, creamy, and aged to perfection. 🧀❤️

02/13/2025

Chocolate? Champagne? Candy hearts? Cheese isn’t a third wheel when it comes to Valentine's treats—it’s the perfect match. ❤️🧀

02/12/2025

Valentine’s Day is this Friday… but don’t worry, there’s still time to gift something truly special. ❤️🧀

🍽 Char-Cute-Terie Trays – Picture-perfect cheese trays for a date night in.
💌 Cheese Club Memberships – A gift that keeps on giving, month after month.
🍫 Valentine’s Weekend Cheese & Chocolate Tasting (Feb 15 & 16) – Because one day of celebrating isn’t enough.
🧀 Antonelli’s Signature Experience Tickets – A date night to remember.

Skip the last-minute scramble—grab the perfect gift here: https://loom.ly/mjU5cbs

02/11/2025

15 years, countless cheeses, one love story. 🧀❤️ What started as a wild idea became a dream come true. John & Kendall sat down to share some of their favorite memories from the past 15 years—because when you realize you want to spend the rest of your life with cheese, you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible.

Watch the full video at the link, and thanks for being part of our story. Here’s to the next 15! 🎉

Take a look back on fifteen years of Antonelli's Cheese with John and Kendall Antonelli

02/10/2025

Time’s almost up! ⏳ Our limited-edition 15th anniversary tee is only available to order through Friday—then it’s gone for good. Don’t miss your chance to rep 15 years of grate cheese! 🧀🎉

Order here: https://loom.ly/C5vLyQI

02/09/2025

Love is in the air… and on your cheese board. ❤️🧀 Don't miss these special February events:

🍫 Valentine’s Weekend Cheese & Chocolate Tastings – Feb 15 & 16
Still need Valentine’s plans? Good news—there are a few tickets left! Whether it’s with your love, your gals, or just a treat-yourself moment, this tasting is the perfect way to celebrate. Tickets here: https://loom.ly/RkUvMzU

💘 Dating Mixer with Hidden Gems – Feb 25
We’re teaming up with our friends at Hidden Gems for a night of cheese, conversation, and connection at our South Lamar Tasting Room. Because great cheese is even better with great company. Tickets here: https://loom.ly/blKBYaU

02/08/2025

Cheese is love. ❤️🧀 Whether it’s a Char-Cute-Terie Tray for date night, a Cheese Club Membership for a gift that keeps giving, or tickets to a Valentine’s Weekend Cheese & Chocolate Tasting, we’ve got plenty of ways to make the day special. Shop these gifts and check out our Valentine’s Gift Guide for more inspiration here: https://loom.ly/mjU5cbs

02/07/2025

Game day snacks = handled. 🏈🧀 Order a cheese tray for your watch party and make hosting easy. Place your order by 11:59 PM on Saturday for pickup or local delivery on Sunday—we’ll take care of the rest! https://loom.ly/7HilhJc

02/04/2025

15 years, one grate tee. 🧀🎉 We’re marking the occasion with something special—a limited-edition anniversary tee! It’s garment-dyed, 100% cotton, and available only by pre-order—once they’re gone, they’re gone.

Want one? Place your order by next week to get yours before they disappear: https://loom.ly/z2OYeyA

02/01/2025

The countdown is on—our 15th anniversary celebrations start MONDAY! 🎉🧀

Here’s what you need to know:
📅 kicks off Monday! Stop by Hyde Park or South Lamar starting at 11 AM (first come, first served) Monday–Friday for your free wedge while supplies last.

📺 Set your alarms—Kendall will be on We Are Austin Monday morning with Trevor Scott & Chelsey Khan-TV! Catch it live from 9-10 AM on CBS Austin or stream it on CBSAustin.com. Miss it? No worries—you can watch it later that afternoon on the CBS Austin website.

🧀 Most of our anniversary week classes sold out FAST, but there are still a few spots left for our Sunday evening tasting at South Lamar—perfect for anyone who doesn’t mind skipping the big game.

💛 And all week long, we’ll be sharing behind-the-scenes moments, throwback pics, and stories from 15 years of Antonelli’s you might not have heard—right here. So keep watching this space!

And that’s not all—there are more surprises coming, so stay tuned! 🎊

01/30/2025

Our Date Night Ideas:
🧀 Book tix to a tasting event
🧀 Visit the shop for a free sampling, pick what you like, and go home for an indoor picnic
🧀 Order our “Char-cute-terie Board” for two
🧀 Gift our monthly Cheese Club!

HAPPY TUESDAY! Whether you're in a long-term relationship, or going out on a first date, it's always nice to have a few date night ideas in your back pocket-- especially with Valentine's day coming up.

Here are a few of the Best Date Night Ideas from and !

What does your perfect date-night look like? Comment below! We may read your responses on the show!

01/28/2025

Cheesy Movie Night is back! Nobody knows cheese better than Antonelli's Cheese founders Kendall & John Antonelli, and they'll be on hand for this special screening of THE BODYGUARD at South Lamar.

Each ticket comes with a cheese-y tasting curated by Antonelli's Cheese Shop (our next door neighbors at Lamar Union). Flights will include five artisan cheeses and food pairings, including gluten-free crackers, pickled veggies, chocolates, preserves, and one cured meat.

Tickets are going fast. drafthouse.com/austin/event/cheesy-movie-night-the-bodyguard-1992

01/27/2025

Pencil this one in, y'all—you don’t want to miss it! We’re celebrating 15 years of grate cheese and great people, and what better way to say "thank you" for all the love than with our annual Free Cheese Week? !

Here’s the deal: each day from Monday, February 3rd through Friday, February 7th, starting at 11 am, we’re giving away 50 free wedges at both our Hyde Park retail shop and South Lamar tasting room. It’s the same cheese at both locations, so choose the one that works best for you! That’s five days, five different cheeses, and up to five wedges to enjoy—all for free.

But that's not all—there are so many ways to celebrate this milestone with us! Head here for all all the details: https://www.antonellischeese.com/pages/free-cheese-week-our-anniversary

01/26/2025

Our 15th anniversary is coming up, and we can’t help but reflect on all the memories we’ve been honored to share with you over the years. 🧀💛

Whether you grew up visiting the shop, got your first job with us, celebrated with a cheese wheel wedding cake, or marked life’s bittersweet moments with our cheese trays, your stories are what make this milestone so meaningful.

As we prepare to celebrate 15 incredible years of Antonelli’s Cheese, we’d love to hear about the special place we’ve held in your life. Your memories are part of our story—and we’d be honored if you’d share them with us.

📩 Share your story here: https://loom.ly/u4ZqMQI

01/24/2025

🎉 Wow, y’all—you sold out our first 15th Anniversary Cheese Class in record time! 🧀✨ But don’t worry, we’ve added a second class to keep the celebration going!

📅 Join John & Kendall Antonelli for this special event featuring 15 cheeses, 7 pairings, and stories from their 15 remarkable years in cheese.

💌 Psst... Our email subscribers found out first, and tickets for the second class are already selling fast! If you’re not signed up for our emails, you’re missing out—be the first to know about future events and specials.

Tickets are going quickly, so don’t wait—grab your spot now: https://loom.ly/5K9eyxY

01/22/2025

No thoughts, just vibes (and cheese)

01/22/2025

Join us! Our tasting menu is handpicked by John and Kendall Antonelli and it changes monthly, so you can come back again and again.

https://www.kxan.com/studio-512/experience-a-cheesy-date-night-in-austin/

Book your reservation here: https://www.antonellischeese.com/pages/events-calendar

Book A Tasting At Antonelli’s Cheese Shop For A Delicious Night Out Today we’re exploring a unique spot in Austin – Antonelli’s Cheese Shop. Whether you’re a cheese connoisseur or…

01/21/2025

Hey Austinites:
Mark your calendars for February 21 when the Austin Film Society is screening Shelf Life, in collaboration with Science on Screen and Texas Science Festival.

Director Ian Cheney will be there, as well as a panel of experts, including our very own John Antonelli!

Watch the trailer and get tickets:

A worldwide “Mondo Cheese” with the world’s many cheese-making and cheese-enjoying traditions as the subject matter. For this very special Science On Screen® and Texas Science Festival event, we will screen the film with director Ian Cheney and a panel of experts to discuss the many scientifi...

01/21/2025

Due to the chilly weather, we'll be opening our doors today from 12–5 PM to ensure the safety of both our team and you, our awesome community. Please note that our South Lamar location will be closed today. Stay warm, and we look forward to sharing some delicious cheese with you soon!

01/20/2025

Did you catch us on FOX 7 Austin with ? We’re celebrating today - the same way we do every day: complimentary sampling in our Hyde Park shop! As of now, we’re open for our normal hours of 11-7 today. HOWEVER! Please check back here; we’ll update if we decide to close a bit early to get our team home safely.

01/19/2025

turophile (noun): a lover of cheese. 🧀❤️

That’s us. That’s you. That’s everyone we want to hang out with. Tomorrow is , and if you’ve been to one of our tastings, you know we always start by asking: what’s your soul cheese? So, in honor of the big day, we’re asking you now—what’s the cheese that speaks to your soul today? Let us know in the comments! 👇

01/18/2025

Curious about the standout cheeses in our limited-edition bundle? 🧀✨ Join John & Kendall as they delve into some of our fan favorites of 2024. These cheeses were handpicked to celebrate the flavors you loved most last year. Watch to learn more about each one, and remember—this special bundle is only available this month at our Hyde Park shop, so don't miss out!

01/16/2025

You loved them. 🧀✨ We listened. Every year, we celebrate your favorite cheeses—our fan favorites and best sellers. And this year, John & Kendall handpicked a selection from 2024’s greatest hits to create an exclusive bundle. While these cheeses are always worth celebrating, this special bundle is only available this month at our Hyde Park shop. Watch the video for all the details, and grab yours before it’s gone!

01/13/2025

January is here, and we’re kicking off 2025 in the most delicious way possible—with cheese, of course! 🧀 A warm welcome to all our new Cheese Club members. We’re so excited for you to dive into this month’s lineup!

Here’s a little something to make your experience even better: each month, we create tasting videos on our YouTube channel to guide you through the cheeses in your box. We’ll share the stories behind the makers, tasting notes, pairing tips, and creative ways to enjoy every bite. Think of it as your own personal cheese tasting guide, right at home. Check it out here: https://loom.ly/tpMgypc

01/12/2025

Which cheeses were the stars of 2024? 🧀 Think you can guess our bestsellers just by looking at these photos?

Click the link to see if your favorites made the list and find out which cheeses everyone was loving last year: https://loom.ly/BZNRAU4

01/10/2025

We sold an estimated 115,000 pounds of cheese in 2024. That’s a number so big, it’s hard to wrap your head around. So, we crunched the numbers—click through to see just how much cheese that really is!