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The Hidden Treasure: Fossa Cheese between History and Tradition

The Hidden Treasure: Fossa Cheese between History and Tradition

Cantori, Silvio

Paperback

Botany & Horticulture

ISBN10: 6208984963
ISBN13: 9786208984960
Publisher: Our Knowledge Publishing
Published: Jun 25 2025
Pages: 60
Weight: 0.21
Height: 0.14 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Fossa cheese is a unique dairy product, the result of an ancient tradition rooted in the Middle Ages. Its distinctiveness lies in its underground aging, inside sandstone pits, a method that originated to preserve cheese and has now become a true gastronomic excellence. This book explores the history and evolution of pit cheese, from its peasant origins to its modern rediscovery, analyzing its production techniques and impact on the territory.Through a journey between science and tradition, the stages of processing, the factors that influence aroma and texture, and the organoleptic characteristics that make it unmistakable are explained. A special focus is devoted to the link with local culture, regulatory aspects and its enhancement in today's market. A work designed for food and wine enthusiasts, producers and scholars who wish to learn more about the history and value of this extraordinary cheese.

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