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AOP Agriform: Cheeses from the Heart of Europe


Every great cheese has a great story, and the stories of AOP Agriform cheeses are especially fascinating. Produced in northern Italy—a region celebrated for its culinary richness and diversity, these five cheeses are some of the world’s best-known and most-cherished. All five bear the red and yellow PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) seal, a trademark […]

A Journey Through Italy’s Northern Cheese Country


As the birthplace of pizza and pesto, Italy lays claim to some of the most well-known food in the world. Just like Italian cuisine, which varies widely from region to region—think spaghetti alle vongole in Naples and spaghetti carbonara in Rome—the same can be said for Italian cheese. There are more than 2,500 traditional kinds […]

We’ll Drink To…Best Cheeses With Beverages 2020


We’ve rounded up some of our favorite cheeses to pair with beverages in 2020.

Great 28 Pairings: Mesquite


Mesquite is called the “Tree of Life” because it provided natives with fuel for thousands of years. It also yields smoky-sweet accompaniments.

Great 28 Pairings: Bresaola


Bresaola is lean and packed with lots of flavor, creating a smoky, herbaceous situation that elevates any antipasto experience.

Cheese Goals


We’ve put together some attainable goals for 2020 you’ll have no trouble achieving—all you need is cheese!

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