Explore the Cheese Library at Café Boulud Riyadh – an exclusive experience where tradition, terroir and craftsmanship merge. Curated by Cheesemonger Philippe Caillouet, this refined collection features more than 60 varieties of soft, hard, blue and aged cheeses sourced from renowned producers across Europe. Each selection is served with thoughtful pairings and timeless French flair, offering a journey through the very best of artisanal cheese.

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Indulge in a personalized journey through the Cheese Library at Café Boulud. For inquiries, reservations and takeaway preparations, or tasting experiences, please contact us.

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Highlights

  • Cheese tasting room with a centre counter surrounded by glass cases of fine cheese and three large lanterns overhead

    Enjoy an immersive cheese and wine experience in a refined setting.

  • Various wheels and blocks of cheese displayed in tiers on a marble counter

    Discover a world of artisan cheeses, beautifully presented for your enjoyment.

  • Three wheels of different cheeses stacked on top of each other along with four othe blocks of cheese alongside

    A curated selection of fine cheeses, aged to perfection.

Meet the Team

Philippe Caillouet stands with his arms crossed and wearing a white chef's jacket with the colors of the French flag on the collar

Philippe Caillouet

Cheesemonger
An expert in his craft, Philippe Caillouet brings more than four decades of hospitality experience to his role as Cheesemonger at Café Boulud Riyadh. Hailing from Poitiers, France, Caillouet’s journey has taken him through Michelin-starred restaurants, luxury hotels and acclaimed fromageries across Europe and the Middle East. Named a Meilleur Ouvrier de France “Maître du Service et des Arts de la Table,” he is recognized for his deep knowledge of cheese and refined service style. At Café Boulud, Caillouet curates a rotating library of more than 60 artisanal cheeses sourced from producers he’s known for years. With a sommelier’s eye for pairing and a teacher’s passion for sharing knowledge, he guides guests through an immersive cheese-tasting experience, thoughtfully pairing selections with cold cuts, beverages and seasonal accompaniments.