Like french fries and chicken nuggets, cheese curds offer an appeal that's easy to understand. With origins going back to Ancient Roman times, they've long captivated diners. Nowadays, they're more ...

A few years ago, I followed the life of a cheese curd, from milk on a dairy farm to fresh cheese in Ellsworth, Wis., to deep-fried glory at the Fair. On the Fairgrounds, though, there are plenty of ...

(NATIONAL) — Just like potato chips, once you start eating cheese curds, it’s difficult to stop. As the youngest version of cheese, they have a very mild flavor and a uniquely bouncy texture that can ...

National Cheese Curd Day, celebrated annually on Oct. 15, was created in 2015 by the fast-food chain Culver’s to recognize Wisconsin’s signature treat. But the history of cheese curds goes back ...