Cheese is one of the oldest and most beloved products in the world, with a long history and an incredible variety of flavors and types. It is made in different parts of the world, and each country is proud of its unique recipes.
Did you know that some types of cheese have a history that goes back thousands of years, or that the most expensive cheese in the world is made from donkey milk? UNN has collected unusual facts about an ordinary product for you.
Fact 1.
There is no exact information about the origin of cheese, archaeological studies have shown that cheese appeared as early as 6000 years before our era. Studies also show that at that time in Mesopotamia, cheese was made from cow's and goat's milk.
Fact 2.
There are more than 2,000 varieties of cheese in the world, but mozzarella is the most beloved and widespread in the world.
fact 3.
worldwide cheese production exceeds the combined production of coffee, tobacco, tea and cocoa beans.
fact 4.
Cheese can be made from various types of milk, including cow's, Buffalo's, goat's, horse's, and even camel's.
Fact 5.
During the Roman Empire, large Roman houses had separate kitchens for making cheese, which were called careale.
Fact 6.
Certain types of cheese, such as mozzarella, cheddar, Swiss, and American, help prevent tooth decay.
They promote the release of saliva, which leads to the removal of sugar and acids from the mouth.
fact 7.
The most expensive sandwich in the world is Serendipity's Quintessential Grilled Cheese with Caciocavallo Podolico cheese, a rare Italian variety made from the milk of free-range cows that eat fennel and wild strawberries, with truffle spread and golden flakes. The retail price is $214.
Fact 8.
The most expensive cheese in the world, Pule, is made from donkey milk.
“Pule is a Serbian cheese made from donkey milk. It is considered the most expensive cheese on earth, costing about $600 per pound. Only about 100 donkeys are milked to produce pule, and after production, the cheese is smoked.
fact 9.
In 1840, Queen Victoria received a half-ton wheel of cheddar as a wedding gift.
Cheddar was a favorite product of the monarchy, but in the 1800s it was very volatile and fickle. Cheesemakers were forced to throw out the wheels due to uncontrolled mold growth, wet texture, and a rotten middle. It's sad that a half-ton wheel was acceptable to the Queen. (By comparison, the cheese is said to have weighed over 1,000 pounds.
Fact 10.
Wisconsin law required restaurants to serve cheese with every meal.
The law was in effect from June 1935 to March 1937 and required all restaurants to serve cheese and butter with their meals.
fact 11.
Eating cottage cheese 30 minutes before bedtime helps you sleep better.
Tryptophan, an amino acid found in cheese, has been proven to reduce stress and help you sleep!
fact 12.
Cheese and wine are a perfect pairing. Scientists suggest that cheese and wine go so well together because the tartness of the wine balances out the butterfat content of the cheese, creating the perfect balance in the mouth.
fact 13.
Most cheeses are made from only three ingredients.
Milk, salt, and a coagulant such as vinegar, rennet, or bacteria.
Depending on the temperature, the animals used to produce the milk, the terrain, and other scientific components, it's amazing how these three ingredients can produce so many types of cheese!”
Recall
Prices for dairy products in Ukraine will continue to rise at least until the beginning of 2025 due to a significant increase in the cost of dairy raw materials.