Valsassina, the cheese valley The name "Valsassina" has its roots in Latin, with "val-var" (Valley), signifying a place enclosed by mountains, and "saxum" (stone or rock), translating to "Valley of Stone." This rugged, mountainous... Gildo Ciresa Italian cheese Lombardy caves cheese caves goat cheese gorgonzola introbio raw milk cheese taleggio
Raw Milk Cheese When it comes to crafting exceptional cheeses, the choice between raw milk and pasteurized milk is a pivotal one. Raw milk, sourced from cows and goats, often from high-altitude pastures, has distinct... Gildo Ciresa Italian cheese Lombardy caves cheese caves goat cheese gorgonzola introbio raw milk cheese taleggio
Montecrotto The ancient origins of Montecrotto date back to a time when Alpine valley farmers needed to preserve surplus cheese wheels for extended periods. They achieved this by storing them in caves, grottoes, ... Gildo Ciresa Italian cheese Lombardy caves cheese caves goat cheese gorgonzola introbio raw milk cheese taleggio
Gildo Formaggi Gildo Formaggi, a family-owned company now in its fourth generation, has a rich history that dates back to the early 1920s. It all began with their great-grandfather, Giovanni Ciresa, who laid the fou... Gildo Ciresa Italian cheese Lombardy caves cheese caves goat cheese gorgonzola introbio raw milk cheese taleggio
Inside the Cheese Cave Valsassina is renowned as "The Cheese Valley" thanks to its Karst landscape characterized by dolomitic limestone rock, traversed by numerous cracks referred to as "Lanche." Through these crevices, oft... Gildo Ciresa Italian cheese Lombardy caves cheese caves gorgonzola introbio taleggio
Antiche Razze: White Cows The Modenese White Cow, a dual-purpose animal, historically contributed to both milk and meat production while aiding in fieldwork. It distinguishes itself among dairy breeds with its robustness, long... Italian cheese anticherazze black & white cows brown cows cow parmigiano reggiano red cows white cows
Antiche Razze: Red Cows The Red Reggiana, an indigenous breed hailing from Northern Italy, traces its origins to the 6th century AD, introduced by early barbarian settlers. Its milk played a pivotal role in the inception of ... Italian cheese anticherazze black & white cows brown cows cow parmigiano reggiano red cows white cows
Antiche Razze: Brown Cows The Brown Cow, a distinguished member of the Ancient Breeds championed by the Gourm.it project, stands out for its gentle disposition and remarkable robustness. Thriving in the harshest pastures, it c... Italian cheese anticherazze black & white cows brown cows cow parmigiano reggiano red cows white cows
Antiche Razze "Antiche Razze" is a project by the Gourm.it Consortium, dedicated to celebrating and promoting the harmonious relationship between land, animals, breeders, and their products. It represents a profoun... Italian cheese anticherazze black & white cows brown cows cow parmigiano reggiano red cows white cows
A Century of Craftsmanship and Culinary Heritage For 120 years, Latteria Perenzin has stood as a sentinel of history, preserving the wisdom handed down through five generations of cheesemakers. Established in the late 19th century by Domenico Perenz... Italian cheese Latteria Perenzin Veneto goat cheese history
Elevated Delicacy: Thyme-Infused Goat Cheese Balls Today, we tempt you with a proposal of indulgent street food, with a healthy and organic twist: let us embark on a journey to create cheese balls, using as the main ingredient the remarkable organic g... Italian cheese Latteria Perenzin Veneto goat cheese pro tips recipe
A Delicate Conundrum In the world of cheeses, even the most seasoned connoisseurs find themselves pondering this age-old question: Should one relish the crust? Drawing upon the wisdom of our colleagues at Latteria Perenzi... Italian cheese Latteria Perenzin Veneto cheese rind pro tips