Americans to Devour 29 Million Pounds of Cheese for the Big Game - That's Enough to Fill a 14-Pound Cheese Basket for Every Philly and KC Resident!
MADISON, Wis., Feb. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Cheese lovers across the United States are preparing to indulge in an astounding 29 million pounds of cheese during football's biggest night, including some of the finest Wisconsin Cheese. To put that into perspective, that's enough cheese for every Philadelphia and Kansas City resident—1.5 million people in Philly and over half a million in KC—to enjoy a 14-pound cheese basket of their own.
77% of fans say food is essential to the game-day experiencei. As fans settle in to cheer on their teams, Wisconsin Cheese remains a go-to choice for satisfying cravings and enhancing the overall experience of the day. With a 180-year legacy of crafting high-quality and bold flavor profiles, Wisconsin Cheese offers more than 600 types, styles, and varieties rich with flavor and amassing over 5,000 awards.
"Cheese consumption during the Big Game is a testament to America's love for this versatile ingredient," said Suzanne Fanning, Wisconsin Cheese CMO. "Whether it's melted into a delicious recipe or served on a charcuterie board, cheese enhances the flavor of our favorite game-day dishes and brings everyone together to celebrate."
Households across the country are encouraged to get creative with their cheese dishes and share their favorites on social media by tagging @WisconsinCheese.
Wisconsin Cheese's Game Day Tips:
Bring the flavors, bring the fun—the perfect play always starts with cheese. Look for the Proudly Wisconsin Cheese badge found in 99% of grocery stores nationwide and explore more ways to elevate your spread at www.wisconsincheese.com/our-cheese and find crowd-pleasing recipes at www.wisconsincheese.com/grate-pair-share.
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About Wisconsin Cheese: The tradition of cheesemaking excellence began more than 180 years ago before Wisconsin was recognized as a state. With 90% of the State's cow's milk being turned into cheese, Wisconsin's 1,200 cheesemakers, many of whom are third- and fourth-generation, continue to pass on old-world traditions while adopting modern innovations in cheesemaking craftsmanship. Wisconsin has won more awards for its cheese than any other state or country. For more information, visit WisconsinCheese.com or connect on Facebook.
About Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin: Funded by Wisconsin dairy farmers, Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin is a non-profit organization that focuses on marketing and promoting Wisconsin's world-class dairy products.
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SOURCE Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin