Some people hate the rind. They cut it off dramatically. That’s fine. Other people worship it. They nibble the white fluff first.
There is a secret, hilarious third way: you can just eat the inside and leave the rind like a sad, empty boat on the plate. Go ahead. I won’t tell.
If you’re feeling rebellious, don’t even cut the brie. Just grab a spoon. Yes, a spoon. Scoop out the center like it’s a cheese pudding. It’s oddly satisfying.