Why Do Some Cheeses Have Holes?
During affinage (the phase of maturing/aging cheeses), cheeses such as Emmental (Swiss cheese) are matured at higher temperatures to create holes in the interior. Holes...
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Can I eat Cheese If I am Lactose Intolerant?
Problems digesting cheese could be due to food allergy or milk intolerance. The two components of cheese that could cause digestive problems are lactose (carbohydrate)...
When is the Best Time to Try French AOP Cheeses?
AOP stands for Appellation d’Origine Protégée, or Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) in English. It is the European equivalent of France’s AOC (appellation d’origine contrôlée, or...
Why do the French Like Raw Milk Cheese?
If you’ve ever savored a piece of creamy, potent Camembert or indulged in the rich, earthy flavors of a Roquefort, then you have tasted the...
The 4 Seasons of Cheese Production (CLIMATES)
Seasons and climates are key factors in cheese manufacturing in regards to the way aromas develop. Each season have different diet and with each change...
Why is Milk White? (SIMPLIFIED)
Milk is around 90% water with trace amounts of lipids, carbohydrates (lactose), proteins (caseins), minerals, and vitamins. These materials are not dissolved but instead remain...
4 Common Types of Animal’s Milk Used to Make Cheese
There are only some ruminants’ milk that can be made into cheese. Ruminants such as cows, goats, sheep (ewes), and water buffaloes are the most...
What is ‘Fake’ Synthetic Cheese Made Of?
Many people have eaten ‘fake cheeses’ before but because the texture and appearance of these imitations have the resemblance of the real thing… it begs...
Goat Cheese vs. Cow Cheese (THE DIFFERENCES)
The global goat milk product is expected to see significant growth between 2019 to 2025 at a CAGR of over 7%. Needless to say, we...
The History of Cheese 101 (TIMELINE AND FACTS)
The discovery of cheese by our ancestors is by accident (albeit a happy one) since there were no science back then. Any milk left to...