Urban Cheesecraft

Make Life Delicious—One Cheese at a Time

At Urban Cheesecraft, we believe everyone deserves the joy of making—and eating—fresh, delicious cheese. Whether you’re dairy-loving or dairy-free, a total beginner or kitchen-curious, our DIY cheesemaking kits are designed to help you create magic in under an hour.

Founded in 2009 by cheesemaker Claudia Lucero, Urban Cheesecraft is a proudly woman-owned small business based in Portland, Oregon. Our mission is simple:
Make cheesemaking easy, accessible, and joyful—one kit at a time.

It Started with a Real Street Taco…

Claudia grew up savoring fresh Mexican cheeses. Her happiest food memories were shaped by grocery runs in Tijuana with her grandmother. First stop: the cheese counter for a soft, crumbly queso panela, next: the tortilleria for a warm corn tortilla. That first impromptu taco on the street? Pure bliss.

Cooking with her mom and grandma from an early age, Claudia learned the value of making traditional food from scratch, by hand, and with love. That deep connection to food, family, and culture eventually led her to cheesemaking as an adult. It felt like a superpower—and she wanted to share it.

Kits Made for First-Timers (and Gift-Givers!)

Our DIY cheese kits are designed with beginners in mind. You don’t need fancy tools, special skills, or a full day in the kitchen. Each kit comes with step-by-step instructions, high-quality ingredients, and the essential tools you need to succeed fast.

• Dairy or dairy-free options (vegan and Paleo-friendly)

• Ready in under an hour

• Non-GMO, all-natural ingredients

• Made in the USA

• Great for gifts, parties, and curious food lovers

You just add milk or a dairy-free base like nuts, seeds, veggies, or white beans. We’ve removed the guesswork so you can focus on the fun.

Our Why

We’re here to make homemade cheesemaking feel empowering and fun, not intimidating. With a low investment in time and cost, you get big rewards in flavor, confidence, creativity, and self-sufficiency. That’s why our kits are loved by everyone from kitchen newbies to seasoned home cooks looking for something fresh and fun.

Grab one for yourself and another for a fellow food lover and discover how easy (and satisfying) it is to make cheese from scratch.

Let’s make life delicious together!