Originally from Guanujuato, Mexico, Ricardo Huijon worked in both wine and cheese in California for the last 20 years and was known throughout Napa Valley as "The Cheese Guy." He was the cheese buyer and manager of the Oxbow Cheese Merchant in downtown Napa, CA.

Ricardo passed away on Sunday, January 20th. We ask his friends, family, and members of the cheese community to attend the Fiesta de Huijon7 (celebration of Ricardo's life) at 5pm through 9pm on Monday, January 29 at the Oxbow Public Market, 644 First Street, Napa 94559.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to a memorial account in the name of “Miguel C. Huijon” at Umpqua Bank; or send to Miguel C. Huijon, P.O. Box 293, Rutherford, CA 94573.