John Scalzi’s When the Moon Hits Your Eye is officially out in the world! Which means it’s finally time for us to put our highly specific expertise in both space history AND cheese to good use. That’s right: We’ve crafted the ultimate astronaut-and-cheese pairings for your reading pleasure. Enjoy the book (and these brie-liant combinations)!
Neil Armstrong – Aged Cheddar
“One small step for cheese, one giant leap for flavor.”
Why: A classic cheese for a classic first. Just like aged cheddar, Neil Armstrong only gets better with time.
Buzz Aldrin – Pepper Jack
“The second to step on the moon but the first to bring the heat.”
Why: Spicy, bold, and not afraid to stand out—Buzz Aldrin is the Pepper Jack of astronauts.
Sally Ride – Brie
“The first American woman in space deserves a cheese as groundbreaking as she is.”
Why: Smooth, sophisticated, and full of depth. Sally Ride is Brie.
Alan Shepard – Parmesan
“Sharp, dependable, and ready for any lunar bunker shot.”
Why: Hard and gritty, like the astronaut who hit a golf ball on the moon. Alan Shepard is Parmesan.
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