Cheese Trivia Archives

Take a deep dive into the best cheese facts and trivia from all around the world. Looking for something a bit different? We’ve got separate archives for the following categories: Science, Lifestyle, Rants and Cheese Stories.

Cheddar vs Colby: Comparing Origins, Flavour & Texture

Cheddar vs Colby: Comparing Origins, Flavour & Texture

Jonah KincaidNov 14, 20247 min read

Cheddar and Colby might look alike, but they’re worlds apart…

Skyr vs yoghurt What’s the difference

Skyr vs Yoghurt: Battle Of The Cultured Dairy Delights

Jonah KincaidNov 3, 20247 min read

Yoghurt may have been your go-to health food, but have…

Greek vs Danish Feta Are They Really That Different

Greek Feta vs Danish Fetta: Are They Really That Different?

Jonah KincaidNov 3, 20244 min read

Feta is one of the world’s favourite cheeses but not…

West Country Farmhouse Cheddar: Britain’s Most Iconic Cheese

West Country Farmhouse Cheddar: Britain’s Most Iconic Cheese

Jonah KincaidNov 1, 20246 min read

West Country Farmhouse Cheddar is a British classic crafted with…

Camembert Pride of Normandie (France's Famous Soft Cheese) (1)

Camembert: Pride of Normandie (France’s Famous Soft Cheese)

Jonah KincaidOct 16, 20248 min read

Camembert cheese is one of France’s most iconic foods. With…

10 Cheesiest Countries (Based on Consumption, Import & Interest) (1)

10 Cheesiest Countries (Based on Consumption, Import & Interest)

Jonah KincaidOct 5, 202411 min read

These are the 10 cheesiest countries, ranked by cheese consumption,…

Raclette Cheese Famous Alpine Melting Cheese (Swiss & French)

Raclette Cheese: Famous Alpine Melting Cheese (Swiss & French)

Jonah KincaidSep 26, 20249 min read

Raclette cheese is more than just a cheese; it’s a…

Casu Marzu: Maggot Cheese From Sardinia (Banned Worldwide) 

Casu Marzu: Maggot Cheese From Sardinia (Banned Worldwide) 

Jonah KincaidSep 15, 202410 min read

Casu Marzu, sometimes called “the world’s most dangerous cheese”, is…

Appenzeller Switzerland’s Most Flavoursome Cheese Feature

Appenzeller: Switzerland’s Most Flavoursome Cheese

Jonah KincaidJul 3, 20249 min read

Appenzeller is a Swiss cheese unlike any other. Read on…

Ossau-Iraty Pride of the French Pays Basque Feature

Ossau-Iraty: Pride of the French Pays Basque (Tasting & Serving)

Jonah KincaidJun 26, 20248 min read

There are few cheeses around the world that bring up…

32 Different Types of Cheese (Organised by Cheesemaking Technology)

32 Different Types of Cheese (Organised by Technology) 

Jonah KincaidJun 16, 202430 min read

The world of cheese is incredibly vast and varied. In…

What Type Of Cheese Is Boursin (French Flavoured Cheese)

What Type Of Cheese Is Boursin? (French Flavoured Cheese)

Jonah KincaidOct 4, 202311 min read

When it comes to fancy cheeses, Boursin Cheese stands out…

Queijo Canastra Two Centuries of Brazilian Tradition

Queijo Canastra: Two Centuries of Brazilian Tradition 

Jonah KincaidSep 21, 202313 min read

Queijo Canastra is often referred to as the ‘Jewel of…

10 Best Substitutes for Mozzarella

10 Best Substitutes For Mozzarella (Served Fresh or Melted) 

Jonah KincaidSep 12, 20239 min read

Mozzarella is America’s favourite cheese. However, sometimes you might need…

Mimolette Story of an Orange Ball, Cheese Mites & Jack O'Lanterns

Mimolette: A Story of Cheese Mites & Jack O’Lanterns 

Jonah KincaidSep 8, 202315 min read

There are few cheeses that are more visually striking than…

Reblochon Cheese Symbol of Haute-Savoie's Dairy Expertise

Reblochon Cheese: Haute-Savoie’s Cheesemaking Heritage

Jonah KincaidSep 6, 20239 min read

Nestled in the picturesque Haute-Savoie region of the French Alps,…

Best Substitutes for Provolone

10 Best Substitutes for Provolone

Jonah KincaidJun 21, 20235 min read

Joins us as we embark on a journey to uncover…

10 Best Substitutes for Gruyère

10 Best Substitutes for Gruyère

Jonah KincaidJun 11, 20235 min read

Are you seeking an alternative due to availability or dietary…

What Does Gruyère Taste Like (5)

What does Gruyère Cheese Taste Like?

Jonah KincaidJun 9, 20236 min read

When it comes to world-renowned cheeses, Gruyère holds a special…

15 Best Goat Cheeses from France

15 Best Goat Cheeses from France (Protected By AOP Stamps)

Jonah KincaidMay 31, 202314 min read

When it comes to goat cheese, France is renowned for…

French AOP Butter infographic

French AOP Butter: Terroir & Tradition 

Jonah KincaidMay 23, 202310 min read

Butter holds a special place in French cuisine. In this…

9 Types of Italian Pecorino (Protected by DOP Stamp)

9 Types of Italian Pecorino (Protected by DOP Stamp)

Jonah KincaidApr 12, 202310 min read

With 9 DOP’s, Pecorino is Italy’s most protected cheese. Discover…

Yoghurt vs Cheese

Yoghurt vs Cheese: Texture, Flavour & Nutrition Facts

Jonah KincaidApr 5, 20238 min read

Cheese and yoghurt are two very popular dairy products consumed…

Block of Brunost topped with 2 Norwegian flags being thinly sliced

Brunost: Norway’s Beloved “Brown Cheese”

Jonah KincaidMar 24, 20238 min read

Brunost is a unique and delicious food product that has…

10 Most Authentic Mexican Cheeses

10 Most Authentic Mexican Cheeses

Jonah KincaidMar 21, 202310 min read

In this post, we explore the diverse range of Mexican…

Butter vs Cheese

Butter vs Cheese: Ingredients, Production & Flavour

Jonah KincaidMar 20, 20236 min read

Two of the most popular dairy products are butter and…

Wensleydale Range of cheeses on a plate

Wensleydale Cheese: Beyond Wallace & Gromit

Jonah KincaidMar 16, 202311 min read

In this post, we will be talking about Wensleydale and…

Wedge of Manchego hard cheese cut into slices on a wooden cheese board

Manchego: The Rich Heritage of Spain’s Most Famous Cheese

Jonah KincaidFeb 27, 202312 min read

Without a doubt, Manchego is Spain’s most famous cheese. In…

Cheese Curds, Crispy Fries & Gravy The Poutine Story (1)

Cheese Curds, Crispy Fries & Gravy: The Poutine Story

Jonah KincaidFeb 6, 202312 min read

Poutine is a delicious blend of fries, gravy and cheese.…

Different types of Pecorino cheeses

Pecorino: Italy’s Most Protected Cheese

Jonah KincaidJan 31, 20238 min read

With a grand total of 9 DOP cheeses, Pecorino is…

6 month old Le Gruyère semi-hard cheese for Mac & Cheese

Gruyère: Switzerland’s Most Loved Cheese

Jonah KincaidJan 18, 20238 min read

Swiss cheeses do not get much more famous and spectacular…

Blocks on Bega tasty cheese

Tasty Cheese: The Secret Behind Australia’s Favourite Cheese

Jonah KincaidDec 16, 20226 min read

You can walk into any grocery store in Australia and…

Smoked Cheeses

Smoked Cheeses: Complete Guide & Famous Examples

Jonah KincaidDec 6, 20229 min read

There’s something truly primal about the smell and flavour of…

Shropshire Blue vs Stilton (3)

Shropshire Blue vs Stilton: Origin, Production & Taste 

Jonah KincaidOct 21, 20225 min read

Shropshire Blue and Stilton are England’s most famous blues. Learn…

Rind paste and creamline on Brie - different parts of cheese

The Different Parts of Cheese (Inside & Outside)

Jonah KincaidOct 14, 20227 min read

From Brie to Cheddar, cheese definitely has a story to…

Stilton maker and shelves of Stilton truckles

Where Does Blue Stilton Come From? 

Jonah KincaidOct 7, 20225 min read

Stilton is one of the UK’s most famous cheeses. Learn…

Best Seasonal French Cheeses (10 Cheeses for Each Month)

Best Seasonal French Cheeses (10 Cheeses for Each Month)

Jonah KincaidSep 29, 202215 min read

Fruits and vegetables are seasonal. But did you know that…

Mont d'Or production

How Mont d’Or Cheese Is Made

Jonah KincaidSep 2, 20225 min read

In many ways, Mont d’Or is the Holy Grail of…

Eating a ripe Mont d'Or using a wooden spoon

Mont d’Or: The Holy Grail of Cheese

Jonah KincaidSep 2, 20228 min read

There are few cheeses from anywhere around the world that…

Cheese maker hand ladling Camembert de Normandie

How Camembert de Normandie Is Made (According to AOP rules)

Jonah KincaidAug 16, 20225 min read

Camembert de Normandie is a soft cheese that originates from…

Provolone Dolce vs Provolone Piccante

Provolone Dolce vs Provolone Piccante

Jonah KincaidAug 11, 20224 min read

Did you know that there are two types of Provolone?…

Ripe soft washed rind cheese with orange sticky rind on white plate

Washed Rind Cheeses (Famous Examples Around The World)

Jonah KincaidJul 29, 202210 min read

Anyone who thinks that blue cheese is stinky has not…

Appleby's Double Gloucester raw milk British cheese wrapped in light grey cloth - coming to Australia

12 British Raw Milk Cheeses Available in Australia

Jonah KincaidJul 26, 202215 min read

After some intensive lobbying from Neal’s Yard Dairy and Australian…

Parmigiano Reggiano vs Parmesan (Origins, Taste & Serving Guide)

Parmigiano Reggiano vs Parmesan (Region, Production & Taste)

Jonah KincaidJul 19, 202214 min read

The names Parmesan and Parmigiano Reggiano are often used interchangeably…

Raw milk Rush Creek Reserve with top cut off

Bark-Wrapped Cheese: Complete Guide (Origin & Examples)

Jonah KincaidJul 14, 20226 min read

I’m sure you’ve seen soft cheeses wrapped in spruce bark…

Bar chart showing Total Annual Cheese Sales in France

7 Mind-Blowing French Cheese Sales Stats (France Agrimer 2020)

Jonah KincaidJul 10, 20225 min read

In 2020, French cheese lovers bought and consumed over 8…

How To Cut Tête de Moine (Using A Swiss Girolle Curler)

How To Cut Tête de Moine (Using A Swiss Girolle Curler)

Jonah KincaidJul 8, 202210 min read

There are few cheeses that are more iconic than Switzerland’s…

Gouda vs Edam Origin & Flavour

Gouda vs Edam: Similarities & Differences (Dutch Cheeses)

Jonah KincaidJul 8, 20222 min read

Gouda and Edam are easily the two most popular cheeses…

What Do You Call Someone Who Sells Cheese

What Do You Call Someone Who Sells Cheese?

Jonah KincaidJul 8, 20223 min read

You should always buy your cheese from a specialty cheese…

What Do You Call Cheese Lovers (The World of Turophiles)

What Do You Call Cheese Lovers? (The Origin of Turophiles)

Jonah KincaidJul 8, 20226 min read

Cheese lovers, rejoice! Whether you’re a casual fan or a…

Heart shaped Neufchatel cheese

Why Neufchâtel Is Shaped Like A Heart

Jonah KincaidJun 30, 20222 min read

On Valentine’s Day, you can’t beat a heart-shaped cheese. Read…

Wheels of farmhouse cheese maturing on wooden boards

What Is Farmhouse Cheese? (Farmstead or Fermier Cheese)

Jonah KincaidJun 30, 20222 min read

I’m sure you’ve heard the term farmhouse cheese before. But…

2 wedges of blue cheese on a wooden board with green grapes and walnut

Complete Guide to Blue Cheeses

Jonah KincaidJun 26, 20228 min read

Have you ever wondered why blue cheese looks the way…

AOP stamp on a cheese shop

AOP Cheese: Protection of Origin & Quality

Jonah KincaidJun 24, 20223 min read

We’ve all seen these 3 letters on cheese names before.…

Cheesemaker salting a wheel of Gorgonzola

How Gorgonzola Is Made (A Protected Italian Tradition)

Jonah KincaidJun 17, 20225 min read

Without a doubt, Gorgonzola is one of the world’s most…

Fior di Latte Cheese Southern Italy's Cow's Milk Mozzarella 

Fior di Latte Cheese: Southern Italy’s Cow’s Milk Mozzarella 

Jonah KincaidJun 14, 202213 min read

Fior di Latte cheese, with its Italian charm and delicate…

Two cheesemakers lifting a mass of cheese curd from copper cauldron

How Parmigiano Reggiano is Made

Jonah KincaidJun 7, 20223 min read

Parmigiano Reggiano is, undoubtedly, the king of Italian cheeses. Read…

Mastering the Art of Cutting a Wheel of Parmigiano Reggiano A Cheesemonger's Guide

Cutting a Wheel of Parmigiano Reggiano: A Cheesemonger’s Guide 

Jonah KincaidJun 7, 202211 min read

Cracking the king of Italian cheeses requires a lot of…

What Type of Cheese is Babybel (3)

What Type of Cheese is Babybel? (Flavour Of Each Colour)

Jonah KincaidJun 3, 20224 min read

In many ways, Babybel is the ultimate bite-sized midnight snack.…

What Type of Cheese is Made Backwards

What Type of Cheese is Made Backwards?

Jonah KincaidJun 2, 20221 min read

Love a brain teaser? Read on to find out what…

Many different types of cheese on a white surface

8 Types of Cheese (Using French Classification System)

Jonah KincaidApr 8, 20225 min read

There are thousands of different cheeses. But, did you know…

Range of Provolone cheese against dark background

Provolone: Italy’s Most Versatile Cheese

Jonah KincaidMar 31, 20226 min read

If you’re a fan of Italian cheeses, chances are that…

Closeup of Italian Burrata cheese on a platter

Burrata: Cheesy Parcels from Puglia

Jonah KincaidJan 11, 20224 min read

In the age of social media, one cheese has shone…

Cheddaring How Traditional Cheddar Is Made

Cheddaring: How Traditional Cheddar Is Made

Jonah KincaidDec 20, 20213 min read

Cheddar is one of the most popular cheeses around the…

Cheddar: The World's Most Popular Cheese

Cheddar: The World’s Most Popular Cheese

Jonah KincaidDec 15, 20216 min read

Cheddar might just be the most well-known cheese name around…

Chunk of hard Parmigiano Reggiano cheese on a marble board

Parmigiano Reggiano: King of Italian Cheeses

Jonah KincaidOct 6, 20217 min read

Undoubtedly, you’ve all seen this Italian hard cheese before. But,…

Soft white cheese with charcoal rind on a white plate

Why Is There Ash In My Cheese?

Jonah KincaidAug 27, 20214 min read

Back in the day, it was used to keep the…

What Does Goat Cheese Taste Like?

What Does Goat Cheese Taste Like?

Jonah KincaidAug 24, 20216 min read

Have you wondered what does goat cheese taste like? Whilst…

Double Cream vs Triple Cream Cheese

Double Cream vs Triple Cream (Different Types of Soft Cheeses)

Jonah KincaidJul 27, 202111 min read

Cheese does not get much more decadent than this. But…

Brie vs Camembert

Brie vs Camembert: The World’s Most Famous Soft Cheeses

Jonah KincaidJul 23, 202111 min read

Without a doubt, Brie & Camembert are two of the…

buffalo mozzarella ball with tomato and basil

Mozzarella: The Pasta Filata From Naples

Jonah KincaidJun 16, 20214 min read

Real Mozzarella cheese is a pasta filata that originates from…

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