Explore Cheese All Around The World

Explore Cheese All Around The World

Whether it’s simply paired with a French baguette or topped on a sandwich, cheese is one of the most versatile and much loved foods around the world. Since cheese can be incorporated into almost any dish, it’s a topic of fascination among food lovers and the fact that there are so many varieties of cheese available makes it all the more interesting.

If you are a lover of cheese and travel, you’ll be surprised to know that many countries have their own varieties of unique cheese and here is a quick roundup of the best cheese from around the world!

1. Caerphilly – South Wales

The oldest type of cheese in Wales, Cearphilly is formed out of raw milk and the cheese is of a milky white colour, salty in taste and crumbly in texture. This cheese rose in popularity during the WWII and has remained as a cherished part of the British food culture.

Caerphilly a traditional hard white cheese originally made in South Wales

2. Queso Fresco Mexico

This is a fresh Mexican cheese that is produced either from cow’s milk or a combination of cow and goat milk. This soft cheese is crumbly and very milky and is ideal to top enchiladas, tacos, meats and other Mexican favorites.

3. Cheddar – United Kingdom

Famous all over the world for its firm texture and sharp flavour, cheddar cheese is light orange in colour and is easily meltable, making for perfect cheese melts in breads, buns and pizzas.

Block of cheddar cheese

4. Gouda – Netherlands

Created over 800 years ago in the Netherlands, Gouda is a much loved variety of cheese that is famous for its wholesome flavour and smooth texture. It can be used for anything, ranging from sweet and savoury treats to rich soups and much more.

Gouda cheese set

5. Feta – Greece

Made with sheep and goat milk, feta cheese is soft, crumbly and very strong in flavour. It’s used in a number of Greek dishes such as soups, dips, and salads.

Fresh Greek Feta Cheese. 

Wherever your travels take you, you will always have a good chance of sampling some of the best cheese in the world. Talk to our travel experts at Travel Center to plan your holiday anywhere around the world!

Olivia Anderson
Olivia Anderson

My name is Olivia Anderson, and I am a content writer for Travel Center UK, I've joined one of the leading tour operators in Europe with a passion for exploring the planet and seeking out the unexpected out of adventures. I avidly trot across the globe; sharing stories, pictures and tips along the way for anyone wanting to travel the world independently.

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