Courtney Johnson: The Scholar, The Monger, The Champion Redefining the World of Cheese

Courtney Johnson: The Scholar, The Monger, The Champion Redefining the World of Cheese

Seattle, Washington – June 25, 2026 – In an industry often characterized by its rich traditions, Courtney Johnson, ACS CCP, stands as a beacon of innovation, intellect, and sheer competitive prowess. Co-founder of Seattle’s acclaimed Street Cheese, Johnson has meticulously carved out a career that defies conventional boundaries, seamlessly blending the rigorous discipline of academia […]


A Fusion of Smoke and Spirit: Meat Church’s Matt Pittman and Buffalo Trace’s Freddie Johnson Forge Unforgettable Brisket Burnt Ends

A Fusion of Smoke and Spirit: Meat Church’s Matt Pittman and Buffalo Trace’s Freddie Johnson Forge Unforgettable Brisket Burnt Ends

Louisville, KY – In a culinary collaboration that promises to tantalize taste buds and ignite the senses, pitmaster Matt Pittman of Meat Church has joined forces with Bourbon Hall of Fame member Freddie Johnson, a third-generation employee of the renowned Buffalo Trace Distillery, to create an extraordinary recipe for brisket burnt ends. This unique partnership […]