Taste of Italy
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Gusto: A Taste of Italy Collection
Formaggio Kitchen
$150.00
Why We Love It
Gusto delizioso! This selection showcases some of the finest Italian cheeses and accoutrement that we’ve discovered over our four decades of exploring artisanal Italian producers, big and small. Learn more
Buongiorno! Since our humble beginnings in 1978, Italian cheese has been at the heart of Formaggio Kitchen, as our name suggests. This collection of cheeses and accompaniments celebrates the finest Italian producers we've unearthed over four decades of discovering both renowned and hidden artisanal gems.
Perfect for parties, picnics, or just a delightful snack, the Gusto: A Taste of Italy collection invites your taste buds on a journey from the rolling hills of Piedmont to the sun-drenched shores of Puglia. Buon appetito!
Allergen warning: Some of the items in this gift were prepared in a facility that uses nuts and gluten.
- Country of Origin
- Italy
Formaggio Kitchen
How much cheese should I buy?
We advise buying small quantities more frequently to avoid long term storage because the complex flavors and aromas of good cheese will change and degrade over time. For appetizer quantities and not much left over, we suggest 1/4 lb per person. For larger servings or if you'd like some left overs, we suggest a full 1/2 lb per person.
How should I serve my cheese?
You can serve any number of cheeses: a single magnificent chèvre or a large selection celebrating the diversity of aromas, flavors and textures found in various traditions around the world. Choose what you like and what you expect your audience will enjoy. We usually go for a selection of three to four cheeses with various milk types, textures and flavors.
Take your cheese out of the refrigerator an hour or so before serving. Just before serving, unwrap each cheese and scrape the cut surface with a knife edge to remove a thin layer. If you notice dried out parts or mold on the face of the cheese, cut it away.
Can I eat the rind?
Most cheeses have rinds and most rinds are edible. If you don’t like the taste or texture, cut it off.
What do I do about the mold on my cheese?
Cheese stored for some time may grow exterior molds. Typical molds will be white or blue-green but you can sometimes come across yellow or gray. Most of the time, you can refresh the cheese by cutting away those affected areas. The cheese underneath will be fine.
How do I store my cheese?
Store in a higher humidity area of your refrigerator - likely an enclosed spot which allows for limited airflow rather than constant drafts.
How do I wrap my cheese?
Use a clean wrap of the cheese paper, or, in a pinch use parchment (for softer cheeses) or aluminum foil (for firm to hard cheeses).
Enjoy!
Description
Buongiorno! Since our humble beginnings in 1978, Italian cheese has been at the heart of Formaggio Kitchen, as our name suggests. This collection of cheeses and accompaniments celebrates the finest Italian producers we've unearthed over four decades of discovering both renowned and hidden artisanal gems.
Perfect for parties, picnics, or just a delightful snack, the Gusto: A Taste of Italy collection invites your taste buds on a journey from the rolling hills of Piedmont to the sun-drenched shores of Puglia. Buon appetito!
Allergen warning: Some of the items in this gift were prepared in a facility that uses nuts and gluten.
More Information
- Country of Origin
- Italy
Formaggio Kitchen
Caring for Your Cheese
How much cheese should I buy?
We advise buying small quantities more frequently to avoid long term storage because the complex flavors and aromas of good cheese will change and degrade over time. For appetizer quantities and not much left over, we suggest 1/4 lb per person. For larger servings or if you'd like some left overs, we suggest a full 1/2 lb per person.
How should I serve my cheese?
You can serve any number of cheeses: a single magnificent chèvre or a large selection celebrating the diversity of aromas, flavors and textures found in various traditions around the world. Choose what you like and what you expect your audience will enjoy. We usually go for a selection of three to four cheeses with various milk types, textures and flavors.
Take your cheese out of the refrigerator an hour or so before serving. Just before serving, unwrap each cheese and scrape the cut surface with a knife edge to remove a thin layer. If you notice dried out parts or mold on the face of the cheese, cut it away.
Can I eat the rind?
Most cheeses have rinds and most rinds are edible. If you don’t like the taste or texture, cut it off.
What do I do about the mold on my cheese?
Cheese stored for some time may grow exterior molds. Typical molds will be white or blue-green but you can sometimes come across yellow or gray. Most of the time, you can refresh the cheese by cutting away those affected areas. The cheese underneath will be fine.
How do I store my cheese?
Store in a higher humidity area of your refrigerator - likely an enclosed spot which allows for limited airflow rather than constant drafts.
How do I wrap my cheese?
Use a clean wrap of the cheese paper, or, in a pinch use parchment (for softer cheeses) or aluminum foil (for firm to hard cheeses).
Enjoy!
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Taste of Italy
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