An artisanal dairy in Stratford, Ontario.

Established in 2003, Monforte Dairy has been a staple of Ontario's culinary landscape. Today, we're going back to our roots to focus on local markets, ethical practices, and making really, really good cheese.

We produce small batch cheeses in a variety of styles.

We source our milk from local producers.

  • Water Buffalo

    Water buffalo milk has become the unofficial "working milk" of Monforte. A growing industry, we have a longstanding relationship with Isaac Martin, a farmer near Aylmer.

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  • Sheep

    We currently source sheep milk exclusively from R&A Family Farms. We love that Andrew milks on a natural cycle, even though it means we only make sheep cheese between May and October. Get it while you can!

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  • Goat

    Although there was once a quota system for goat milk in Ontario, today we are able to source milk from Ontario Dairy Goat Co-operative (ODGC) to make our various chèvre and soft-ripened cheeses.

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  • Cow

    We receive cow milk through the Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO), but pay a premium to select milk from an incredible farm near Seaforth (plus Ruth swears Evan has the best beef in recent memory).

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Learn more about our ethos and mission
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Find us at your local Farmers Market

  • St. Lawrence Market

    (South Building)

    Jarvis and Front

    Toronto

    Saturdays 5am to 2pm

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  • Evergreen Brickworks Farmers Market

    550 Bayview Ave.

    Toronto

    Saturdays 9am to 1pm

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  • Leslieville Market

    1470 Gerrard St. E

    Toronto

    Sundays 9am to 2pm

    (every other week)

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  • The Stop Market

    (Wychwood Barns)

    601 Christie St.

    Toronto

    Saturdays 8am to 1pm

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  • Sorauren Market

    128A Sterling Rd.

    Toronto

    Mondays 3pm to 7pm

    (every other week)

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