Ideal Cheese, New York

For more than 60 years, Ideal Cheese Shop has been stocking New York City kitchens with the world's finest cheeses. The shop's charming mom-and-pop feel and impressive selection of more than 250 varieties from 17 countries even earned it a place in Forbes.com as one of the Best Shops in the World. Beside the dairy delights, Ideal also has all the accoutrements for a cheese plate, from gourmet vinegars, olive oils, and honey to crackers, charcuterie, and chocolate.