Boursin [boor-SAHN]

Boursin was created in 1957 by Francois Boursin, a cheesemaker in Normandy, France. His first variety, Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs, was inspired by a long-standing traditional dish: fromage frais (fresh cheese) served with a bowl of fine herbs, which allowed each person to create his or her own personally seasoned cheese.

Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs was the first flavored fresh cheese to be sold throughout France, and was soon followed by Boursin Pepper. Today, Boursin Cheese is a staple in the French kitchen, and is enjoyed by discerning food-lovers in some 35 countries on five continents. Boursin has been a member of the Unilever family of fine brands since 1989.

Factory produced


Flavor - Herbal

Appearance - Foil Wrapped, soft and spreadable.


Texture - soft
Type - Fresh
Family - Specialty
Country - France, Normandy
Rind - None
Milk Type - Other
Intensity - medium
Alt. Names - Gournay
Links - boursincheese.com
Boursin Cheese Review
Added - 2006-05-17



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