Afrim Pristine
Afrim Pristine is a Canadian cheese expert, Maître Fromager (Cheese Master), television host, and author. He is the co-owner of Toronto's iconic Cheese Boutique, a family-run business for over 50 years. Pristine has dedicated over 25 years to mastering cheese, earning the rare title of Maître Fromager from the France-based Guilde Internationale des Fromagers, making him the youngest recipient and the only Canadian to receive this honor. He is the host of the Food Network Canada docu-series "Cheese: A Love Story" and the bestselling author of "For the Love of Cheese." He is known for his passion, warmth, and expertise in the world of cheese.
Awards
['Maître Fromager (2013)', 'Chevalier (March 2007)', 'Officier du Fromage (April 2010)', 'Top 30 Under 30 in the Food Industry by Ontario Hostelry Institute', 'One of the “Top 50 Most Influential People in Canadian Food” by The Globe and Mail in 2016', 'Ranked among the “Top 10 Most Influential People in the Food Industry” by LCBO Food & Drink Magazine']
Notable Works
['For the Love of Cheese (cookbook)', 'Cheese: A Love Story (docu-series)']
