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Articles written by Jamie Ditaranto

Jamie Ditaranto is a senior at Emerson College and an online editorial intern for culture, who enjoys writing, photography, and travel. She finds a way to sneak cheese into just about every meal and is a sucker for free samples.

Cooking with Parmesan Rinds


There are many ways to use Parmigiano Reggiano rinds in your cooking that will add layers of savory flavor and reduce waste in your kitchen

Latin American Cheese: Venezuela


Venezuela has a rich cheese culture and a cuisine full of fantastic cheese-centric foods

Cheesy Children’s Books


This list of cheesy children’s books will keep kids entertained and make your mouth water at the same time

Monty Python’s Cheese Shop Sketch


Monty Python, the comedy group that brought us The Holy Grail and the Dead Parrot, also created this favorite: The Cheese Shop sketch, starring John Cleese

Latin American Cheese: Mexico


From the aged Cotija, to the freshly made Oaxaca, and the rare Bola de Ocosingo, each Mexican cheese has a unique story behind it

Parachuting Grilled Cheeses Hit New York


This past week, the four Australian masterminds behind Jafflechutes came to Manhattan to give New Yorkers a taste and a demonstration of the world’s first “float-down eatery”

Ingredients for apple pie with cheddar topping

7 Innovating Cheese and Apple Pairings


Did you go overboard on apple picking (or shopping) this autumn? Don’t fret, it’s just a great excuse to try some delicious cheese and apple pairings!

Yak butter photo by Wild China

The Purity of Yak Cheese


Though you might assume yak cheese is strong and pungent, the flavor is actually quite delicate

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