Greeks eat more cheese per capita than any other nation in the world, so it is worth exploring the variety that exists. Graviera Kritis (PDO) is a lovely sheep’s milk cheese from the mountainous regions of Crete. Delicious and nutty, affordable, and low sodium to boot, this cheese is always a good buy.
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Never underestimate a Greek Cheese!
February 12, 2014Brebichon: apple washed cheese love
January 31, 2014I simply adore Brebichon, a farmstead sheep’s milk cheese that is oh so creamy, delicate and luscious. This apple washed cheese is an absolute must buy on every stop I make to Fromagerie Atwater in Montreal.
Grilled cheeses, without the bread!
April 30, 2013Why not include grilling cheeses in your grilled cheese month celebrations? Halloumi is one if the oldest Cypriot cheeses worthy of celebration, as is saganaki, the ultimate grilled cheese that you typically see doused in ouzo, lit on fire in Greek restaurants everywhere. Take a break from bread and grill some cheese!
Le Secret de Maurice
October 9, 2012Watch as CurdyGirl enjoys Le Secret de Maurice. Coincidentally, today would have been her uncle Maurice’s birthday, so this video is dedicated to his memory. A truly unique cheese for a truly unique individual.
Crotonese Calabrese – a fiery delight!
July 18, 2012A cheese bathed in hot chilis? Bring it on! Get the scoop on this fiery Italian treat, inspired by the shopping habits of a local rock star.
