In Canada we take hockey, lacrosse and cheese very seriously!
We’re celebrating Canada’s big hockey win this past week with something truly special—a new limited-edition mozzarella made with 100% Canadian water buffalo milk, rich in A2 protein!
On February 18, 2025, at 6:30 PM PST, Team Canada defeated Team USA 3-2 in overtime to win the 4 Nations Face-Off Championship. The game was a rematch of their intense preliminary-round battle, where Canada fell 3-1 to the Americans. This time, with gold on the line, Canada rose to the challenge, delivering a thrilling finish in overtime.
With the legendary rivalry between Canada and the USA intensified by both history and national pride, this game carried significance beyond sport. Fans on both sides were deeply invested, and the excitement extended beyond the rink—the CN Tower and Montreal’s Olympic Stadium glowed in red and white ahead of the final, while the Empire State Building was illuminated in red, white, and blue. Though the championship took place at TD Garden in Boston, a wave of Canadian fans made their presence felt, creating an electric atmosphere.
To honour this incredible victory, we’ve crafted McDavid Mozzarella—a cheese that embodies the same dedication and excellence that led Team Canada to gold.
Just like in hockey, making great cheese takes commitment and a strong team. From the farmers at McClintock’s Farm and Coleman Meadow Farms who supply our rich, creamy water buffalo milk, to our expert cheesemakers who carefully craft and age each wheel, and our packaging team who ensures every piece is perfect—this cheese is a true team effort.
McDavid Mozzarella is the ultimate cheese for pizza, lasagna, and breaded mozzarella sticks. Its creamy, stretchy texture and rich flavour make it the perfect addition to your favourite comfort foods. Whether melted over a bubbling homemade lasagna, topping a crispy, golden pizza, or coated and fried for the perfect crispy, gooey bite, this cheese delivers winning results every time.
While Connor McDavid’s leadership helped guide Team Canada to victory, he wouldn’t be where he is without his teammates. The same goes for cheesemaking—exceptional cheese comes from farmers, cheesemakers, aging specialists, and packaging experts all working together to bring out the best in every wheel.
Join us in celebrating Canada’s win with McDavid Mozzarella, a smooth, creamy cheese that’s as exciting as a game-winning overtime goal.
Available for a limited time only in our Artisan Cheese Shop at Natural Pastures Cheese Company—crafted with passion, teamwork, and the finest Vancouver Island water buffalo milk.