We all know and love the Italian cheese classics, like Parmesan and Mozzarella, but there are so many more to choose from! With every region in the country of Italy producing their own specialty cheeses, and over 400 hundred varieties from which to choose, it’s easy to get lost in the delicious world of Italian cheese. From buffalo and cow’s milk to sheep and goat’s milk-based options, each boasting their own unique flavor profile and terroir, there is no end of delicious choices. From soft to hard, and everything in between, take a delicious journey through Italy with us and start experiencing all the authentic tastes of the Mediterranean with our unparalleled selection of Italian cheeses!
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Italian cheese has a long and storied history, one that began over two-thousand years ago in ancient Rome. Ahead of their time in so many ways, the Romans were the first to invent a cheese press. They were also the earliest to experiment with aging cheeses, exposing them to different environments and conditions to observe the impact made on flavor and texture. In fact, cheesemaking was so popular that the Romans even created a specific kitchen devoted to the act of cheesemaking called a “caseale." Most towns even had a designated area in which to smoke homemade cheeses.
This passion for cheese, coupled with a seemingly endless curiosity and an impressive amount of ingenuity, soon helped refine the craft and made the Romans the world's foremost cheese experts. The Roman empire was second to none in terms of size, at this point in history, and their cheesy innovations were soon spreading through most of Europe. Responsible in-part for many of our favorite European cheeses, they helped to lay the foundation for modern-day cheesemaking techniques and many of today's best-loved cheeses! From delicious aged Asiago and decadent truffled Pecorino to fresh and milky Mozzarella, there are so many fantastic Italian cheeses to choose from, each of the highest quality possible!