A Cheese Counter Rooted in Craft, Care and Neighbourhood Trust
At Madal Bal on Denneweg, our cheese department is more than a selection of fine cheeses — it is a living expression of more than three decades of local connection. Since 1988 we have served the people of The Hague with honest, high-quality organic food, and our cheese counter continues that tradition with warmth, expertise and a deep respect for the makers behind every wheel.
We have formed a special partnership with the Dutch “cheese queen” Betty Koster, who supplies our renewed cheese department. Under the guidance of our own cheese expert Bhadrika, we have introduced twenty carefully chosen new cheeses. The result is a vibrant mix of outstanding Dutch farmhouse cheeses and a handful of exceptional foreign jewels — among them a creamy Stichelton from Nottinghamshire, fresh buffalo mozzarella from Italy, and characterful farmhouse cheeses from the Auvergne.
With only rare exceptions, the entire assortment is organic, coming straight from the farm of authentic cheese makers who work with care for animals, land and flavour.
What You Will Discover at Our Cheese Counter
- Exceptional Dutch organic cheeses – from classic aged Goudas and creamy young varieties to specialities that showcase the best of Dutch dairy craft
- Selected international treasures – Stichelton (the raw-milk blue from Nottinghamshire), Italian buffalo mozzarella, and rustic farmhouse cheeses from the Auvergne
- Almost entirely organic – the vast majority of our cheeses are certified organic, sourced directly from producers who prioritise quality over industrial scale
- Expert guidance – our cheese specialist Bhadrika is always ready to help you choose, taste and pair
- Perfect for everyday and special occasions – whether you need a simple lunch cheese, a gift board, or the centrepiece for a dinner with friends
Every cheese on our counter has a story: of the farmer, the animals, the season and the slow work of ripening. We believe good cheese should taste of the place it comes from and of the care that went into it.
Why Madal Bal Cheese Feels Different
For over 30 years Madal Bal has been the independent organic store of the neighbourhood — a place where people still know your name, where advice is genuine, and where products are chosen because they are truly good. Our cheese department reflects exactly that spirit.
By working closely with Betty Koster and her network of authentic cheese makers, and by placing a knowledgeable specialist behind the counter, we offer something that large chains cannot: real expertise, personal recommendations, and cheeses that arrive with their character intact.
Come and taste. Ask questions. Let us help you find the cheese that suits your table today — whether that is a simple everyday favourite or something special to share.
Visit our cheese counter at Denneweg 126B, The Hague
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