Carlos Yescas

Carlos Yescas is an internationally recognised cheese judge, educator, and advocate for artisanal and traditional cheeses. Originally from Mexico, he co-founded Lactography, a successful cheese distribution company dedicated to supporting artisanal producers. He served on the Super Jury of the World Cheese Awards for ten years and is now the Spanish-language anchor for World Cheese Awards TV. His first book, Quesos Mexicanos, was published by Larousse in 2013. His second book, One Cheese to Rule them All, co-authored with Patrick McGuigan and published by Murdoch Books, is scheduled for release in November 2025.

Based in the United Kingdom, Carlos has advised producers, retailers, and policymakers on preserving cheesemaking traditions worldwide. He has written extensively on the cultural, historical, and political dimensions of cheese, bridging the worlds of gastronomy, heritage preservation, and sustainable food systems, with a particular focus on Latin America. A firm advocate of raw-milk cheese, he led an influential global campaign to promote these products as safe, delicious, and integral to our shared culinary heritage. He continues to champion global appreciation for regional cheese diversity through teaching, writing, and public speaking.