Cintra Murray (Claire of Inverbrook’s Mom) invited me along on a visit to Martha this past Monday, a woman of many passionate pursuits I was told. A lone Polish Crested Hen scuttled out of our entry path, and a couple of dogs hustled to greet us. Then it was on to the main purpose of the visit: sheep’s milk products!
What does inspire one to take up artisanal sheep cheese production? For Martha it took but a glance at the Lancaster Farmer - this area’s resource for all things ag, construction and oddity. Now going on 6 years of perfecting her craft, Martha sells fresh and aged cheese, yoghurts and perhaps more. Some talk was pursued during our visit as to the benefits of sheep’s milk products – evidently persons allergic to cow and goat dairy may have luck with sheep. You’ll find her Highland Farm items at a variety of stores in the area, as well as the Kennett Square farmers market. For the sake of cheesemongers, also take a look at a state-wide resource that locates handcrafted cheeses in Pennsylvania.
I’ll become more acquainted with her soon – she lives a quick 3 mile bikeride away! Here is one of her critters – he actually bowled for me with a big ‘ol ball: 
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