History
Hilmar Cheese Company, founded in 1984, is a privately held corporation owned by 11 dairy families. More than 1,400 employees process high-quality cheese and whey ingredients from its facilities in California and Texas. Cheese customers include supermarkets, food service, and national brands; and whey ingredient customers include many of the world's food and beverage manufacturers. Operating within a framework of environmental sustainability, 100 % of the water used is reclaimed for irrigation. The company improves the communities in which it operates through support of education, local activities, and food bank programs. From the shredded cheese in tacos to the whey protein and lactose in infant formula, Hilmar Cheese Company and its division, Hilmar Ingredients, deliver the promise of dairy to consumers around the world.
Specialties
Ejoy a relaxing meal with cheese chowder and stay for the cheese pie (better than cheesecake) or cream cheese brownies! Free cheese samples. Signature sandwiches, wraps, soups, salads, desserts, breakfast goodies and gluten free options. Peet's Coffees and Teas espresso bar, ice cream, gift shop and picnic area. Free self-guided and guided tours, ice cream making tours during summer. A gift shop with cheese, wine, gourmet food gifts. Fun, hands-on exhibits - dress like a cheesemaker, see the 'big cheese