Our Story

Mr. Pellegrini, an Italian immigrant, had a love for cheese. After years of trial and error he created his first spreadable cheese. It soon became a favorite among friends, neighbors and acquaintances. Mr. Pellegrini continued to make and deliver his famous cheese spread until he could no longer.

Concerned about the fate of his much-loved cheese spread, Chuck, a longtime customer of Mr. Pelligrini paid him a visit. On that blustery December day, Mr. Pelligrini passed his secret recipe onto Chuck. He too had a deep appreciation for quality and flavor, so he continued to experiment with the rich creamy cheese spread and eventually added 4 more flavors--Jalapeno, Garlic, Horseradish and Vegetable Garden. 

In 2022, Chuck decided it was time for him to pass the business on.  After seeing a post on social media that their much-loved cheese spread was about to disappear Allen and Gina Stoudt decided they needed to step in, Chuck’s Gourmet Cheese was a favorite in their house and the Illinois Valley, and they did not want to see it go.  In January 2023, Allen and Gina bought the business and the 5 secret recipes to continue on what Mr. Pelligrini and Chuck started.