Max McCalman, Maître Fromager is one of the world's renowned experts on cheese. Max is dedicated to helping others understand and enjoy the pleasures of artisanal cheeses. As America's first restaurant-based Maître Fromager and a Garde et Jure, as designated by France's exclusive Guilde des Fromagers, Max established the critically acclaimed cheese programs at New York City's Picholine and Artisanal restaurants. Over the past decade Max has become a highly visible advocate for artisanal cheese production around the world.