Serving a cheese course is finally gaining popularity in the US. There's a great website with tips on putting together a cheese platter, using a "cheese clock", which can be a big help when selecting cheeses. http://www.artisanalcheese.com/cheeseclock/
Here's the selection of Artisan Cheese served at Boka Kitchen at the Hotel 1000 in Seattle http://www.hotel1000seattle.com/ (clockwise from top)
1. Bijou – from Vermont Butter and Cheese
Paired with Oregon Hazelnuts and Mint Flower Honey
2. Tarentaise – from Thistle Hill Farm
Paired with Marcona Almonds
3. San Andreas – from Bellwether Farms
Paired with Orange Mousse
4. Bourree – from Dancing Cow Farmstead Cheese http://www.dancingcowcheese.com/ourcheese.htm
Paired with Fig jam
5. Old Apple Tree Tomme - from Estrella Family Creamery
Paired with sliced Granny Smith apple
6. Baley Hazen Blue – from Jasper Hill Farm
Paired with Wine Jelly