For more information on how to cut the cheese, the cookbook/cultural lessons book by French author Francine Chough, Bricks in a Pebble Sauce, also has an entire chapter devoted to serving cutting the cheese (she even suggests a teaspoon for an especially runny cheese!) . She explains French table manners, manners for children at the table, and many other tips, hacks and tricks that will make your cooking easier, better, and more French, and your time in France seamless.