Taka & Vermo

At Taka & Vermo, the 'food' is cheese in all its glorious diversity—from delicate fresh chèvres to powerful washed-rind varieties, from creamy triple-crèmes to crystalline aged mountain cheeses. The selection spans the entire French cheese landscape, with Laure Takahashi and Mathieu Vermorel sourcing exclusively from small-scale producers who practice traditional methods and prioritize animal welfare. Every cheese is made from raw milk, preserving the complex flavors and terroir that pasteurization would diminish.

The duo's commitment to proper aging sets their offerings apart. In their temperature- and humidity-controlled cellar (9°C, 90% humidity), they carefully mature each cheese to its optimal point—a level of attention that transforms good cheese into exceptional cheese. This means you're not just buying cheese; you're buying cheese at precisely the right moment in its development, when flavors have deepened and textures have reached their ideal state.

While traditional French cheeses form the foundation of their selection—think perfectly aged Ossau-Iraty, luxurious Brillat-Savarin, and creamy Gorgonzola—Taka & Vermo's creative preparations showcase Laure's Japanese heritage and the couple's innovative spirit. Their fresh goat cheese with candied yuzu (€5.10 per piece) introduces bright citrus notes that complement the cheese's tangy freshness. The Gruyère with sweet woodruff (€38.50/kg) adds subtle herbal complexity to the nutty alpine cheese. Saint-Nectaire with Sansho pepper (€38/kg) brings a gentle, tingling heat that enhances rather than overwhelms the cheese's earthy character. Other inventive creations include Brillat-Savarin enriched with bottarga's umami depth, Saint-Félicien brightened with kumquat, and the rare Azzurra goat's milk Gorgonzola (€45.80/kg) with its distinctive blue veining.

Prices range from €6.80/kg to €45.80/kg, reflecting the quality of production and the rarity of certain varieties. The shop also offers complementary products—carefully selected wines, charcuterie, and other fine foods that enhance the cheese experience. For special occasions, the team creates custom cheese platters that showcase the best of their selection, tailored to your event's needs and your guests' preferences.

Whether you're seeking a weeknight cheese course, building the perfect plateau for a dinner party, or exploring new flavor territories, Taka & Vermo provides both the products and the expertise to elevate your cheese experience.