Sargento Teams Up with Texan Family-Owned Restaurants to Celebrate National Grilled Cheese Month
Sargento, renowned for its natural cheese and innovative offerings, has launched a special initiative for National Grilled Cheese Month in collaboration with three family-owned restaurants in Austin, Texas. Together, they’ve crafted unique variations of the classic grilled cheese sandwich using Sargento® Creamery Slices, known for their exceptional melt and smooth taste.
To kick off the festivities, Sargento brought an exclusive grilled cheese food truck to Austin for a one-day event. Partnering with these local restaurants and chefs, Sargento showcased their distinctive, family-inspired grilled cheese creations, highlighting the versatility of Sargento® Creamery Slices as the secret ingredient for the ultimate melt.
Louie Gentine, CEO of Sargento, expressed excitement about exploring new grilled cheese interpretations from fellow family businesses, especially in a vibrant culinary city like Austin. He emphasized Sargento’s commitment to innovation and bringing fresh flavors to natural cheese, a tradition passed down through generations.
The collaboration featured popular Austin eateries including Black’s BBQ, Nixta Taqueria, and Tamale House. Each chef put their own spin on the classic grilled cheese, now easily replicable with Sargento® Creamery Slices.
- Black’s BBQ: Brisket Grilled Cheese
– Sargento® Creamery Cheddar Cheese, Brisket, Sausage, Honey and Pickles
- Nixta Taqueria: Duck Carnitas Grilled Cheese
– Sargento® Creamery Pepper Jack Cheese, Duck Carnitas and Creamy Avocado Salsa
- Tamale House: Chicken Tinga Grilled Cheese
– Sargento® Creamery Baby Swiss Cheese, Chicken Tinga and Avocado
Barrett Black, fourth-generation pitmaster at The Original Black’s BBQ, shared his enthusiasm for the partnership, highlighting the shared values of innovation and family tradition. Collaborating with Sargento allowed them to marry their signature Texas BBQ with Sargento’s cheese, resulting in a delectable combination.
Sargento is extending the Austin experience and the cheesy goodness of its Creamery line to cheese enthusiasts nationwide. Throughout the month, Sargento will feature original recipes, grilled cheese tips, and inspiration on its National Grilled Cheese Month hub. Additionally, special content will be shared on Sargento’s social channels, inviting cheese lovers to join the conversation and celebrate the joy of grilled cheese.