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The Origins of Gorgonzola: Dolce and Piccante

Sep 28th 2011

The Origins of Gorgonzola: Dolce and Piccante

Gorgonzola Dolce (front) and Gorgonzola Piccante (rear) Lombardy is a region in the northernmost part of Italy, sitting on the country's Alpine border with Switzerland. The terrain is varied, rangin
Washed-Rind Cheeses (aka 'The Stinkers')

May 12th 2011

Washed-Rind Cheeses (aka 'The Stinkers')

While studying to be a pastry chef, I started working as a cheesemonger. In a restaurant, the pastry chef is sometimes given the responsibility of overseeing the cheese plate. While the chef might b