All Prov-alone Again

Provolone Dolce

Provolone is an Italian cheese from Southern Italy. In the present time, the major production of Provolone cheese happens in Po valley region, specifically in Lombardy and Veneto. It has a DOP designation granted by the European Union to ensure that it is produced under strict supervision using specific methods to guarantee … Read more

The Ricotta Revolution

Ricotta dome on plate from the top

Ricotta is an Italian cheese that is made from cow, goat, sheep, or buffalo’s leftover whey. It is traditionally a by-product of creating other cheeses like mozzarella and provolone. It is a great cheese from people who have casein intolerance. It is also a dieter’s dream cheese because it is known to … Read more

Mozzarella: The Anthology

Mozzarella Cheese Pairings

Mozzarella is a traditional cheese in Southern Italy and it is originally made from milk of Italian buffalo’s that are usually herded in countries such as Italy and Bulgaria. But today, the Mozzarella cheese available in the market are made from cow’s milk.     History According to a legend, Mozzarella cheese … Read more

Parmesan or Parmigiano Reggiano if You Want to be Fancy

Parmesan Cheese

Parmesan is the famous cheese made in and around the Italian province of Parma. It is an earlier term for what we know now as Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Parmigiano Reggiano is considered among the top cheeses by cheese connoisseurs, and it has a fascinating history.     History The Roman Empire had … Read more