The very best camembert, made in the traditional way, will be labelled Camembert de Normandie appellation d’origine contrôlée au lait cru, which means it has been made from unpasteurised milk ...

Legend has it that the world has the French Revolution to thank for Camembert. The cheese with hints of caramelized butter and earthy mushrooms dates back to 1791, when a fleeing priest is said to ...

French cheesemakers have kicked up a stink as the European Parliament prepares to vote on a proposal which they fear could mean Camembert cheese would no longer be encased in a wooden box.

Preheat the oven to 180C/gas 4. For the baked Camembert: Mix chopped chillies and jam together. Cut the Camembert in half horizontally. If using a baked cheese oven-proof dish place in the dish.