Although National Cheese Lover's Day may seem far, it's never too early or too late to talk about cheese. Whether you prefer it creamy or aged, stock or artisanal, cheese lovers all over the world will find endless options to cater to their tastes.
Cheese, regardless of its texture, taste or quality, has always been a part of history. According to Cheese.com, cheese was born about 4 centuries ago when people have started to pasteurize animal milk.
Each country has their own version and in some countries, they even consider it as one of their tourist's attractions. Here are some of the best cities in the world for cheese lovers.
Normandy, France
Normandy has long been famous for their lovely sceneries, picturesque coastlines, and history-rich towns. But they're also known for their superior dairy products and in this case their cheeses such as pungent and sharp Livarot and creamy and mild Camembert.
Cheese lovers would greatly appreciate the small village of Camembert where they can discover everything that they could know about Camembert cheese and how it is made to the cheese that we all love and appreciate.
And no cheese excursion is complete unless you have been to a local cheese factory. So, take a trip to the charming old town of Livarot and visit their Cheese Factory.
Emilia Romagna, Italy
Parmigiano-Reggiano is considered the "King of all Cheeses". It is located in the Parma-Reggio region of Italy particularly Emilia Romagna; hence the name.
A visit to Emilia Romagna soothes passion for cheese along with enjoying some magnificent sightseeing. But a trip to the Museum of Parmigiano-Reggiano will surely be a highlight of your trip.
Here you will know the authentic time-honored method of making Parmigiano-Reggiano and all the intricacies behind the famous wheel. This city is definitely a must for all cheese lovers.
Gruyères, Switzerland
This lovely medieval town is a pure paradise for Swiss cheese lovers. Gruyère cheese was originated from this region and has been a local delicacy for many centuries.
This quaint town is rich in culture and passion for the food. You can also visit the La Maison du Gruyère in Pringy and go through the many wonderful local restaurants that serve this versatile cheese.
Make sure that you also visit the Les Martel cheese-making dairy or the Grandcour and enjoy a delightful day at their Thursday market in Bulle. Your trip will surely be full of some excellent cheese tasting and shopping.
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