About Modern Monger
Cheese for Everyone. Expertise for the Pros.
Whether you're cutting your first wedge or studying for your ACS CCP, Modern Monger meets you where you are.
ACS CCP
Certified Cheese Professional
Cheesemonger & Host
Alex Jones, ACS CCP
Alex Jones is a Certified Cheese Professional (ACS CCP) and the voice behind Modern Monger. With years of hands-on experience as a cheesemonger, Alex has spent a career helping people discover the joy, craft, and culture behind artisan cheese.
The ACS CCP exam is one of the most rigorous certifications in the food world — and Alex knows firsthand how daunting that journey can be. Modern Monger was born from a desire to make that path more accessible, and to share the deep love of cheese with anyone willing to explore it.
Whether you're a curious newcomer picking up your first wedge of aged gouda or a seasoned monger preparing for your certification exam, Alex's mission is the same: make great cheese approachable, educational, and endlessly exciting.
The Modern Monger Mission
Educate Newcomers
Cheese doesn't have to be intimidating. Modern Monger breaks down the world of artisan cheese into approachable, engaging content for curious beginners.
Elevate the Craft
For working mongers and cheese professionals, Modern Monger offers world-class pairing guides, deep-dive education, and resources to sharpen your expertise.
Support the ACS Community
Passing the ACS CCP exam is no small feat. Modern Monger is committed to producing content that helps aspiring Certified Cheese Professionals study, prepare, and succeed.
Ready to Explore?
Start with the podcast, try the Pocket Monger pairing app, or just dig into the content. There's something here for every level of cheese lover.