The low melt processed cheese is made with natural cheese but specially developed to withstand baking at high temperatures or for a long period of time, without losing its shape, consistency and form.

The more moisture in a cheese, the better it melts. Goddu says that certain cheddars and goudas with a high moisture content can be good options for making a more budget-friendly fondue.

And now that grilled-cheese concept Melt Shop has comfortably ensconced itself in Manhattan, it's looking to expand. The chain's parent company, Aurify Brands, is no stranger to scaling up.

The problem with vegan cheese isn’t so much taste as it is texture, Souza said. “Stretching and melting is such an important part of cheese. [When it comes to] non dairy cheeses, this is an ...